2SLGBTQIA+ Resources

Urban Native Youth Association's 2-Spirit Collective provides support, resources, and programming for Indigenous youth, ages 15 to 30, who identify as 2-spirit or LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, gender non-conforming, along with many other identities), and for those who are questioning their sexual or gender identities.

The ArQuives works to preserve and make accessible Canadian LGBTQ2+ histories.

Egale is one of Canada’s leading organizations for 2SLGBTQI people and issues. Egale improves lives through research, education, awareness, and by advocating for human rights and equality in Canada and around the world.

Free weekly drop-in for youth.

Government of British Columbia LGBTQ2S+ Resources

Information and resources related to the Government of Canada's work to improve equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities through the promotion of human rights and the development of inclusive federal policies, programs and laws.

LGBT2Q+ Events in Kelowna and throughout the Okanagan.

Kelowna Pride Society (KPS) is a non-profit, member-based organization committed to serving the Kelowna’s LGBT2Q+ community.

Kelowna Rainbow Women is dedicated to creating events for women in the LGBTQ2+ community to meet for regular coffee, pub nights, and periodic special events. This is an all-inclusive, zero-phobic, chill and relaxed group.

Having started as an HIV/AIDS service organization in 1992, the LPRC has since expanded their mandate to serve individuals in the Central Okanagan living with and/or at risk of HIV, Hepatitis C, and other STBBIs experiencing concerns relating to housing, income, nutrition, health care, addictions and mental health.

Featuring a wide range of stories about identity, family, community and everyday life, this selection of films explores the multitude of LGBTQIA2+ realities and experiences in Canada and abroad.

Includes the NWAC's vision statement for a more equal future for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, information about the history and present realities of Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA+ folks in Canada, and links to further resources.

For parents, friends, and families of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer loved ones.

Pride Education Network advocates for an inclusive, respectful environment for all students, staff and families, regardless of their actual or perceived sexual orientation and/or gender identity, within all B.C. educational institutions, through the development of concrete supports, policies, resources and actions.

QMUNITY is a non-profit organization based in Vancouver, B.C. that works to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives. It provides a safe space for LGBTQ2SIA+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcome and included. This organization serves as a catalyst for community initiatives and collective strength.

Queer Events (QE) is a local 2SLGBTQIA+ organization committed to working towards a strong, inclusive & accessible Queer community.

TransParent provides community consultation, advising and advocacy on issues related to families of trans youth. TransParent operates a peer support network, monthly meetings, guest speakers and a lending library of books, videos and other resources.

This guide is intended to provide resources, information, and definitions concerning the healthcare of 2SLGBTQIA+ patients. It was created to be used by health professionals, emerging health professionals, students, and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.

Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer Studies is an interdisciplinary field grounded in the languages, cultures, histories, geographies, identities and contemporary experiences of Indigenous peoples in relation to gender and sexual expression.

Youth Line offers confidential and non-judgemental peer support through our telephone, text and chat services.