Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Colwood, Langford, Highlands, Metchosin, Central Sannich, North Sannich, Sidney, Sooke
AVI Health & Community Services
Website: https://avi.org/location/victoria/
Email: : info@avi.org
Toll free: 1-800-665-2437
Address: 3rd Floor - Access Health Centre, 713 Johnson St., Victoria, BC V8W 1M8
Phone: (250) 384-2366
Hours: Mon-Thu 10 am – 9 pm, Fri-Sun and holidays 2pm-9pm
Description:
- Services for people living with HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C: testing, counseling, and support accessing services
- Prism Wellness: supporting queer and trans health
- Health promotion and community development: supporting knowledge sharing and capacity building in our communities
- Harm Reduction Services: Supplies and info to reduce risks to people who use drugs
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Broad View United Church
Website: https://broadviewunited.org/
Email: info@broadviewunited.com
Phone: (250) 590-3677
Address: 3703 St. Aidan’s Street, Victoria, BC V8P 2V7
Description: We’re an affirming congregation that warmly welcomes you, regardless of your sexuality, gender identity, or any other social aspect. We’re committed to fostering an intercultural environment that wholeheartedly embraces radical hospitality.
Worship, play, learn with us, and join us in this new beginning in the life of our faith community, Broad View United. Our vision is to become an agent of transformation and a progressive Christian voice in the region and in the world, reflecting our core values of being progressive, walking the talk (integrity), and interculturally vibrant. All are welcome, and we truly mean it!
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Camosun College Student Society: Pride Collective
Website: http://camosunstudent.org/collectives/pride/
Email: pride@camosunstudent.org
Phone: (250) 370-3590
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/camosun.pride/
Address: The Pride Lounge is located on the Camosun Lansdowne Campus (3100 Foul Bay Road) on the bottom floor of the Richmond House, Room 103. We are immediately to the right after entering on the first floor.
Description: The Pride Collective is dedicated to providing and creating a safe and supportive environment for students who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Two-Spirited, Intersex, Agender/Asexual, or any of the other diverse members of the Pride community (LGBTQ2IA+) and their allies. Our lounge is open to all students regardless of gender or sexual identity or expression, the only requirement is to be respectful and considerate of the other users of the lounge.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Central Saanich United Church
Website: www.centralsaanichunited.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralSaanichUnitedChurch
Office email: officecsuc@shaw.ca
Phone: (250) 652-2713
Address: 7180 East Saanich Rd., Saanichton, V8M 1Y4
Description: We are a progressive Christian community affirming that all people are sacred in God’s eyes. We are committed to lovingly create a community where all people are welcomed to fully participate in all aspects of ministry, our life together and celebrated, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, race, age, various abilities & disabilities, spiritual beliefs, and ethnic or cultural background. We will continue to live out diversity and social justice through our actions.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Creating Connections Victoria
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CreatingConnectionsVictoria/
Description: Creating Connections is a common posting Facebook page for events (mainly queer) of interest to the IslandZ community
(Updated Jan 2026)
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First Unitarian Church of Victoria
Website: http://victoriaunitarian.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriaunitarian
Email: churchoffice@victoriaunitarian.ca
Phone: (250) 744-2665
Address: 5575 W Saanich Rd, Victoria, BC, V9E 2G1
Description: We welcome people of all sexual orientations and gender expressions. We value and celebrate diversity. We endeavour to reflect the diversity of our society in our congregation, organizations and community. We strive to respect all people.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Foundry Victoria
Website: https://foundrybc.ca/centre/victoria/
Email: frontdesk@foundryvictoria.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foundryvictoria/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundryvictoria/?hl=en
Phone: (250) 383-3552
Address: 546 Yates St, Victoria, BC, Canada, V8W1K8
Description: Foundry offers free and confidential mental health and wellness services for youth ages 12-24 in British Columbia and their families. You don’t need a referral.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Gender Generations
Website: https://www.gendergenerations.org
Email: info@gendergenerations.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gendergenerationsproject/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GenderGenerationsProject
Description: Host biannual weekend retreats for Trans, Two-Spirit, Non-Binary, and other gender diverse youth! Youth learn under Trans+ experts in a variety of fields—often working towards a large, creative project. The project fosters connections between the youth and adult mentors with shared or similar gender identities and backgrounds who can support and inspire them to live their truths in spite of adversity. In the past we have focused on the creation of projects in the realm of fine arts, such as writing, visual art, and performance, and are working on expanding our fields of interest into other areas. Starting as a writing program, we have published two books so far! We work to empower Trans, Two-Spirit, Non-Binary, and other gender diverse youth so that they can recognize their potential to be leaders in their own communities through British Columbia, and the rest of the world.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Gender Spectacular Family Support Group
Website: https://genderspectacular.wordpress.com
Email: support@genderspectacular.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genderspectacular/
Description: Monthly meeting. Please contact us for exact date/time at Oaklands Community Association, 2827 Belmont Ave #1, Victoria. Our mission is to provide a gender affirming, non-judgemental, and caring space for parents and caregivers to build community with one another, learn about supporting gender diverse children, share resources, and create space for caregivers to share openly about the challenges and joys they experience parenting young gender diverse people. Come meet parents, caregivers, and close adult family members of trans, gender non-conforming, and Two-Spirit children and youth. This group is facilitated by trans adults who have extensive background working with trans children, youth, and parents and caregivers.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Greater Victoria Queer Parents
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/greatervictoriaparents/
Descripton: This is a group for parents in the general area of Lekwungen Territory in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, who self-identify as queer, bi, trans, lesbian, gay, two spirit, genderqueer, or who are otherwise "othered" by their sexual and/or gender diversity. We are here to share knowledge and support one another in raising the next generation of kind & loving members of our communities. We respect diversity in genders, sexualities, ethnic and racial identities, and family configurations. Welcome! This group is for sharing information, knowledge, and support specific to queer families and parenting.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Intercultural Center of Greater Victoria
Website: https://www.icavictoria.org/lgbtqaiservices/
Phone: (250) 388-4728 Ext. 2400
Email: Lisa Wagenknecht
Description: The Q+ Crew is ICA’s peer support group for 2S/LGBTQ+ newcomers, refugees and racialized Canadians aged 18-30. Come make friends and share your experience with people who have been there too! Our programs are offered virtually and in-person. Q+ Crew attendees also receive a select number of free counselling sessions with Marigold Counselling. Registration required before attendance.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Island Lesbian Social
Website: Private site https://www.meetup.com/Island-Lesbian-Social-30/
Description: Island Lesbian Social - Building our Victoria LBTQ2 Community Meetup is OUR private social networking site for all lesbian-self-identified womyn (LBTQ2) living within our beautiful Lower Vancouver Island area.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Island Sexual Health
Website: https://www.islandsexualhealth.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/islandsexhealth
Email: educator@islandsexualhealth.org
Phone: (250) 592-3479
Address: #101-3960 Quadra Street , Victoria, BC & Camosun College
Hours: Find them here https://www.islandsexualhealth.org/about/locations/
Description: We offer sexual health clinical care, primary care for priority populations, community education, and a retail store carrying gender affirming apparel (for all ages) such as binders, packers, gaffs, and underwear and products for pleasure and sexual health.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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James Bay United Church
Website: https://www.jamesbayunited.com
Email: office@jamesbayunited.com
Facebook: James Bay United Church
Phone: (250) 384-5821
Address: 511 Michigan Street, Victoria, BC. V8V 1S1
Description: We are a Christian community from all walks of life growing in trust that God is up to something beautiful here and now, in and through our lives. So it is that we seek to be known in the neighbourhood as a place where people are tapped into hope, known and loved, inspired to risk new ways and live with purpose and joy. Whoever you are, and wherever your journey has taken you, rest assured you will find a welcome here.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Lesbian/Bi/Pan/Queer Women & Enbies, 20-40 of Victoria
Website: Private site https://www.meetup.com/Lesbian-Bi-Queer-Women-20-40-victoria/
Description: We are an inclusive group for all women (cis and transgender) and non-binary people in their twenties, thirties and forties. We welcome singles, couples, and poly folk of all backgrounds who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual or queer in any way. Whether you are new to the city, recently out, or just looking to make friends—this group is for you. We aim to organize a variety of events including social get-togethers, pool nights, capture the flag, brunches, picnics, geocaching, movie night, hiking, biking, etc. and are open to more suggestions!
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Oak Bay United Church
Website: www.oakbayunitedchurch.ca
Email: admin@oakbayunitedchurch.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/OakBayUnitedChurch
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oak_bay_united_church/
Hours: Worship & Song, every Sunday at 10am
Phone: (250) 598-5021
Address: 1355 Mitchell Street, Victoria, BC V8S 4P9
Contact: Alana Hayes
Description: We’re an affirming Christian community eager to share God’s hospitality. At Oak Bay United we believe that every person is a beloved child of God. You are welcome here!
(Updated Jan 2026)
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PFLAG Victoria
Website: https://victoriapridesociety.org/resource/pflag-victoria-pflag-canada/
Email: victoriabc@pflagcanada.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PflagVictoriaBC/
Description: We help 2SLGBTQ+ people & loved ones connect with resources & find a supportive community. We are a family for all. In communities across the country, the Pflag Canada network provides peer support, education and advocacy for a Canada that affirms respects and values all sexualities, genders and gender expressions.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Prime Timers Victoria
Website: https://primetimersvictoria.weebly.com/
Email: primetimersvic@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primetimersvictoria/
Description: Prime Timers Victoria is a membership-based social organization for adult gay, bisexual and transgender men who enjoy friendships with other Prime Timers in Victoria and around the world.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Queer Housing
Facebook: Private group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1582515768679591/
Description: This Group is Run by members of the Queer community in Victoria BC, Canada. This group is not affiliated with BC Housing or any Government or non-profit organization, its run by community members. This is a group for people who identify with or as LGBTQ2IA+ that are seeking or offering shared accommodation (short or long-term) on Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ territories (Victoria area, British Columbia, Canada). Anything south of the Malahat is good, the occasional post for places further up island won't be deleted but we're primarily for south-island postings. This group exists due to the specific barriers that LGBTQ2IA+ folks face in regards to accommodation.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Queerabilities
Website: https://avi.org/service/prism-wellness/
Email: queerabilities@avi.org
Phone: 250-812-2670
Description: The Victoria Disability Resource Centre and AVI host Queerabilities Victoria. It is a lightly moderated weekly check-in for folks in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who also live with mental and/or physical disability(ies)/chronic illness(es) and/or identify as disabled, regardless of formal or self-diagnosis.
Meetings currently run virtually, every Monday 3-5pm, and the second Thursday of the month, 7-9pm.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Queerly Victoria
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Queerly-Victoria-100064619864765/
Description: We put on events that celebrate Victoria's diverse and dynamic queer arts and culture scene. ...Former events include Queer As Funk.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Queers Get Wet (Victoria)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1577031539215113/
Description: A place for queer-ohs (anywhere from, between, around, and beyond genderbenders and LGBT2QA folks) to connect with other queer-ohs in Lkwungen, Esquilmalt and W'SANEC territories (now called Victoria, BC).
(Updated Jan 2026)
South Island Gender Variant Drop In Group
Website: https://avi.org/service/prism-wellness/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/southislandGVDI
Email: prismwellness@avi.org or gendervariantgroup@avi.org
Description: A monthly drop-in space covering different topics and activities for the diverse array of trans, non-binary, genderqueer, Two Spirit, and otherwise gender variant individuals in the Southern Vancouver Island area. Meetings currently run virtually on the last Thursday each month from 6-8pm.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Saint John the Divine Anglican Church
Website: https://www.stjohnthedivine.bc.ca
Email: admin@stjohnthedivine.bc.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StJohnVicBC/
Phone: (250) 383-7169
Address: 1611 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 2L5
Description: At St. John's we believe in the full inclusion of all people in their God-given diversity of sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression, including equal marriage.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Saint Matthias Victoria
Website: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/
Email: admin@stmatthiasvictoria.ca
Phone: (250) 598-2833.
Address: 600 Richmond Ave, Victoria, BC V8S 3Y7
Description: We are open and welcoming to all members of the LGBTQ2+ community and we desire to create an environment that supports and respects LGBTQ2+ people and their relationships, is respectful of all people, treats all people equally, and is non-judgmental. We seek to affirm them in their self-identity. All are welcome here.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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South Island Gender Variant Drop In Group
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/southislandGVDI/
Email: gendervariantgroup@avi.org
Description: A monthly drop-in space covering different topics and activities related to gender diversity.
(Updated Jan 2026)
University of Victoria Students’ Society: UVic Pride Collective
Website: https://pridecollective.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicpridecollective/
Email: pride@uvic.ca
Phone: (250) 472-4393
Address: UVic Pride Centre, B010 Student Union Building. (3800 Finnerty Road), University of Victoria
Description: The collective was originally established as a Subsidiary Organization to advocate for the needs of Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual students at UVic. Similarly, but with expanded language and practice the Pride Collective is here to foster community, advocate for Queer and Trans students, and offer various events, products, and services. We believe that actualizing Queer liberation is possible through the relationships we nurture and build with each other! The Pride Collective is proudly ran by a variety of Queer and Trans staff, work study students, volunteers, and collective members. The Pride lounge and office are located in the basement of the Student Union Building, room B010. The lounge offers a safe space for Queer and Trans students to rest, mingle, and study! Within the lounge we have one private gender neutral washroom which also hosts a variety of gender affirming care products, sexual health products, and safer use supplies.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Victoria Queer Run Club
Website: https://pridecollective.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566135418957
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicqueerrunclub/
Email: victoriaqueerrunclub@gmail.com
Description: A safe and inclusive space for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals to move some energy in nature. Monday @ 6:00pm. Wednesday @ 5:30pm. Saturday @ 9am *trail.
(Updated Jan 2026)
Victoria Lesbian Seniors Care Society
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VLSCS
Description: The Victoria Lesbians Care Society supports lesbian health and social needs on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. We provide safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces, and build community through public education and social action. The society is open to lesbians of all ages. We plan events, forums for education, provide courses, have weekly movies and bi-weekly social gatherings.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Victoria Pride Society
Website: https://victoriapridesociety.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaPrideSociety/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriapridesociety/?hl=en
Description: Victoria Pride is a not-for-profit organization of volunteers that is dedicated to supporting Greater Victoria’s LGBTQ2+ and sexual, gender and relationship diverse communities. VPS creates opportunities for visibility, collaboration, ongoing conversations and celebration as we work towards equity for all queer community members.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Victoria Poly 101
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vicpoly101/
Email: victoriapoly101@gmail.com
Address: 426 Montreal Street, Victoria, BC
Description: Join by request. Discussion-based group in Victoria, Canada, on the concept of polyamory and what it means to love more than one person ethically and openly.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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Victoria Sexual Assault Centre
Website: https://www.vsac.ca/
Email: info@vsac.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VSACentre
Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Available 24/7 by calling the Vancouver Island
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9am–5pm
Phone: (250) 383-3232
Address: #201 – 3060 Cedar Hill Road, Victoria, BC V8T 3J5
Description: The Victoria Sexual Assault Centre is a feminist organization committed to ending sexualized violence through healing, education, and prevention. We are dedicated to supporting women, Trans, Two-Spirit, and Gender-Diverse survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse, through advocacy, counselling, and empowerment.
(Updated Jan 2026)
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