Queer / LGBT Youth Support and Resources in Vancouver
‘Cause sometimes you just need someone to talk to. The Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line is a toll-free service provided by youth for youth. Offering support, information and referrals specific to your concerns. 1-800-268-9688 Read more
YouthInBC.com is a program of the Crisis Center. It connects youth with support, information and resources. We’re Here to Help. Chat one on one. Read more
Sexual Orientation and Coming Out a website to help answer some of your questions. Read more
Gay LGBT Youth Groups
Camp Fyrefly (Fire Fly) is an educational, social, and personal learning retreat for sexual and gender minority (LGBTTIQ) and allied youth between the ages of 14 and 24. Read more
Camp OUT providing camping experience for BC’s queer gay and allied youth aged 14-21 with support from UBC and the wider Vancouver community to create this opportunity for youth from all parts of B.C. and the Yukon to come together and CampOUT! Read more
Chilliwack Youth Health Centre providing integrated health and wellness services to youth and young adults ages 12 to 26 Read more
Fraser Valley Youth (Mission, Chilliwack, Abbotsford) a drop in for queer and questioning youth Read more
Generation-Out is a group for LGBTQ youth. The group is run through PLEA Community Services. And is supported by the Ministry of Children and Family. This group meets in a private, safe, fun environment for peer support, movie and game nights,and other group planned activities for youth ages 13 – 18. Maple Ridge/Tri-Cities /Vancouver Read more
Glbtq Youth Grande Prairie A spot for GLBTQ youth and their friends and family in the Grande Prairie area to connect as well as gain support, awareness and education. Read more
Nelson Youth Center provides a fun, safe and accepting environment for all youth to hang out and meet new friends in Nelson B.C. Read more
PROUD2BE Youth Group is a fee drop-in for queer, transgender, two-spirited and questioning youth to connect and share experiences. Ages 16 to 24. Every Wednesday 6 – 7:30 pm. North Shore Neighbourhood House 225 E. 2nd Street North Vancouver. Read more
Qmunity Center for support and special events for LGBTQ youth up to 25 years of age. Read more
Parents and Friends of Lesbian and Gay Kids
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Parent support group offering education to anyone with questions or concerns 24 hours a day 7 days a week. National Site Support Line 888.530.6777 Read more
PFLAG Vancouver Read more
PROUD2BE Parenting Group is a free drop-in for parents of gender diverse youth. Every Tuesday 6 – 8 pm. Family Services of the North Shore. 203 – 111 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver. Read more
Kids with Gay Parents
Families Like Mine a group trying to decrease isolation for people who have parents who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT), and bring voice to their experiences. Read more
Gay LGBT Parents
Adoptive Families Association of B.C. Children need parents. People in the LGBTQ community make great ones! AFABC hosts monthly meetings for current and prospective adoptive parents in the LGBTQ community. Come meet other families and share some stories. Yes, your kids are welcome to come along! Read more
Gay LGBT Youth Resources for Teachers
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. Read more
Out in Schools curates films that compel youth to step into the challenges and the triumphs of LGBTQ youth. The films debunk stereotypes, humanize LQBTQ youth and envision the next generation of LGBTQ youth and allies. Read more
Transgendered Youth Resources
BC Children’s Hospital transgender resource page. Read more
Chilliwack Trans Youth Alliance weekly after-school meet-ups for trans youth ages 12 to 18 contact ChilliwackConnections@Gmail.com
