Comox Valley (Courtney, Comox, Cumberland, 19 Wing, Melville, Back Creek, Saratoga, Union Bay, Fanny Bay, Royston, Denman Island, Hornby Island, Mount Washington)

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AVI Health & Community Services

Website: https://avi.org/location/comox-valley/
Email: amy.criss@avi.org
Office Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-4pm (closed for lunch 12:00-1:00), Fri 11am-3pm
Phone: 250-338-7400
Toll free: 1-800-665-2437
Address: 355 6th St., Courtenay, BC, V9N 1M2

Description: Support for those living with HIV and/or hepatitis C. Group education. Harm reduction supplies and education.

and education.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Comox United Church

Website: www.comoxunitedchurch.com

Email: admin@comoxunitedchurch.com

Phone: (250) 339-3966

Address: 250 Beach Drive, Comox, BC V9M 1P9   

Description: Comox United Church is committed to being a fully inclusive community where all are welcome to worship and explore Christian faith. Based on the hospitality of Jesus Christ we strive to accept each other as we are, and we welcome the ministry and participation of all persons regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, abilities, racial or ethnic background, or economic circumstances.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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​Comox Valley Queers and Allies

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ComoxValleyLGBTQ2Plus

Private group. Deeply committed to fostering a safe, respectful space where we can connect, share resources, and work together to enhance inclusivity and diversity in our region. We warmly welcome and celebrate all identities: Two-Spirit people; Lesbian; Gay; Bisexual; Transgender; Queer; Intersex; and those with diverse sex characteristics. We welcome all individuals who identify as part of sexual and gender-diverse communities, including those who use additional terminologies, and allies who advocate for inclusion and support.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Comox Valley Polyamory

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/comoxvalleypolyamory

Description: This is a private group is for those practicing polyamory and those curious about it, to connect, ask questions, build community and grow understanding. We're currently doing monthly social gatherings at Chalk Lounge. In the future we plan to also have regular topic based discussion nights. We include those who live in or frequently visit the Comox Valley area. You don't have to identify as polyamorous to join us online, or to attend a discussion. Inclusive of all genders and orientations. 

(Updated Jan 2026)

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fieramente

Website: fieramentechoir.ca

Email:  fieramentechoir@gmail.com

Phone: (250) 723-8332

Address: Grantham Hall, 
6040 Old Island Highway, Courtenay, BC. V9J 1T5.

Description: The North Island's 2SLGBTQIA+ Choir! All Voices Welcome. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive singing community where all 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and allies can find joy in raising their voices together. Rooted in values of inclusivity, community, and social justice, we foster spaces where everyone is celebrated for who they are, and where the process of making music is as enriching as the music itself. Join us in a journey of connection, empowerment, and collective harmony.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Foundry

Website: https://foundrybc.ca/centre/comox-valley/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foundrycomoxvalley

Instgram: https://www.instagram.com/foundrycomoxvalley/

Email: mail@jhsni.bc.ca

Phone: (250) 338-7341

Address: 575 10th St. Courtenay, BC V9N 1P9

Description: We provide a safe space where youth 12-24 can get help and support without judgement. Foundry provides early intervention services to support young people’s wellbeing. Foundry helps young people get the help they need when they need it.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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North Island Gender Care Clinic

Website: https://www.islandhealth.ca/learn-about-health/sexual-health/north-island-gender-clinic

Phone: 250-286-7020 

Email: nigc@islandhealth.ca.

Fax: 236-485-4548

Description: The North Island Gender Care Clinic provides specialized services to Two-spirit, transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse persons aged 19 years and older living in North Vancouver Island (Bowser north).   

The Gender Care Clinic is made up of a team of doctors, a nurse, a social worker, and peers that will support: 

• Surgical care planning assessments and referrals for gender affirming surgeries.

• Hormone care planning assessment, hormone initiation and short-term follow-up 

• Pre & post-surgical care

• Peer support

The clinic provides virtual and in-person appointments. In-person appointments are located in Courtenay and Campbell River, and virtually through BC Virtual Visit.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Pride Society of the Comox Valley

Website: https://pridesocietycomoxvalley.org/

Email: pscv2021@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comoxvalleypride2016

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comoxvalleypride/

Description: Communicating with government, community and corporations to discuss LGBTQ+ related issues in the community and workplace. Serving as a resource for youth focused programs and service groups. Advocating on behalf of LGBTQ+ youth in areas where they are not being fairly acknowledged or represented. Contributing to the general Comox Valley Community as a resource and as active member of society.

(Updated Nov 2024)

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Queer Centre Vancouver Island Community Resource and Education Society

Website: https://queercentre.ca

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queercentrecv/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/queercomoxvalley/

Description: Our mission is to create an accessible, safe, and inclusive space where queer youth, adults, and allies can come together. We facilitate mutual aid, provide resources, and host educational opportunities and events that strengthen our community, uniting and empowering individuals across the Comox Valley and beyond. By offering a space for organizing, learning, and connection, we aim to foster a resilient, supportive queer network.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Queer for Queer

Website: https://www.queerforqueer.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560612774711

Description: We are an art collective of 30+ artists local to Comox Valley and the surrounding areas. Many of us are disabled. Most of us don’t have the time to make art, promote, and sell it. Shared marketing makes our artwork accessible to our community. We want to provide pride merchandise to Vancouver Island. We know what 2SLGBTQIA+ people of our area want because that’s who we are.

(Updated Jan 2026)

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Qummunity Connections

Email: ​qummunityconnections@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/qummunityconnectionsopenhouse

Hours: On the last Tuesday of every month (excluding holidays) we would like to invite members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, allies, caregivers, teachers, and anyone that has an interest in what we do to come check us out! ALL AGES WELCOME!

Description: We hope to host Open House events regularly to invite folks to come together and celebrate Qummunity in a fun, informative, and supportive way. Have something you would like to share at the Open House? Please reach out to Jennifer, the group facilitator, at jennifer.c@wachiay.org. We are always looking for guest speakers and ways we can support the community by promoting your events or organizations, so please reach out!

(Updated Jan 2026)

 

Senior Support North Vancouver Island

Website: https://ssnvi.ca

Email: admin@ssnvi.ca 

Address: C1-450 8th Street, Courtenay, BC V9N 1N5

Phone: 250-871-5940

Description: LGBTQIA2+ seniors can book informal information sessions with Executive Director; direction to services in Valley is available.

(Updated Jan 2026)