Resources
Want to learn more about the queer community?
Check out some of the external resources below for more information!
These free online courses range from 30 minutes to 3 hours and offer opportunities to learn about gender diversity and creating gender-affirming environments.
A glossary of queer terminology to familiarize yourself with the language preferred by the community
CBRC is a great source for reliable information on queer health care, current health initiatives for the queer community, and much more.
Everywhere Is Queer is a public resource (and ever-growing searchable map!) created for the 2S/LGBTQIA+ and ally community to find welcoming, queer-owned spaces to shop, connect, eat, learn, and grow all over the world.
Queering the Map is an interactive, community generated platform for digitally archiving 2S/LGBTQIA+ experience all over the world.
A robust list of resources compiled by trans athlete and educator Schuyler Bailar, covering topics such as parenting, coming out, mental health, and more
Island Queers and Allies Who Care Society is an incorporated, nonprofit organization that exclusively funds 2S/LGBTQIA+ projects and queer friendly initiatives on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and Discovery Islands.
United States Risk Advisory Map for Trans people
The Enchanté Network connects and supports 2S/LGBTQIA+ community organizations across Canada.
QMUNITY is a non-profit organization based in Vancouver, BC that works to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives
Homelessness Services Association of BC is an umbrella organization addressing the needs of persons experiencing homelessness with the goal of ending homelessness. They offer online and in-person trainings, including Anti-Oppressive De-escalation Training - check out their calendar of events here.
Good Night Out offers workshops and resources on sexual violence prevention for restaurants, bars, pubs, festivals, art spaces and more.
This course is an offering from the BC Museums Association, which aims to support museums, galleries, and heritage sites in their journeys to increase 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusivity and representation in an empowering manner.