Community Organizations
Here you will find a list of organizations who provide supportive services for the 2SLGBTQPIA+ Community in Kamloops and BC, as well as resources specifically for members of the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community
Safe Spaces
A Safe place for LGBTQIAP2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual and Two Spirit) youth (ages 12-26) & their allies to meet and receive education and supports.
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Drop-in and individual appointments
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Weekly peer group meetings; workshops for community service providers and school groups on sexuality and gender
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E-mail outreach and support
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Resource and lending library
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Referrals to other services
396 Tranquille Rd
(250) 371-3086
Ask Wellness
The vision of ASK Wellness is to work towards a society that recognizes the value and dignity of every individual. Topics relating to issues such as HIV/HEP C, S.H.O.P., Housing & Outreach, Participation, and 2SLGBTQ+ people can be found by clicking on the link below. Resources include:
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Housing Outreach
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Substance use support
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Overdose prevention and harm reduction
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Health navigation (Including Blood Borne Infections and STIs)
For 2SLGBTQPIA+ support, contact Payton Hiebert (she/her): Health Educator at 250 377 5609 or p.hiebert@askwellness.ca
433 Tranquille Rd
(250) 376-7558
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30
A Way Home Kamloops
A Way Home Kamloops Society is a grassroots charitable non-profit that provides housing and wraparound support services to youth at risk of, or experiencing homelessness.
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Safe Suites
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Scattered Sites
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Employment and Education Programs
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Youth Services Hub
653 Victoria Street
(250) 828-0446
TRUSU Pride Collective
Thompson Rivers University Student Union (TRUSU) Pride Collective was created in recognizing the need for advocacy and representation of LGBTQ2S+ students at Thompson Rivers University.
To find out more or to get involved with the TRUSU Pride Collective, visit the Members’ Services Desk in the Students’ Union Building or contact the LGBTQ Representative at pride@trusu.ca. Even follow them on Facebook: TRUSU Pride Club
TRU Faculty of Student Development
Safety, inclusion and accessibility is a priority for all students. TRU is working towards advocacy and anti-discrimination efforts for the LGBTQ2S+ community on campus and beyond.
805 TRU Way
Kamloops Pride TRU Bursary
Provides two awards annually to students who demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to a member of the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community, who has performed at least three hours of volunteer work with an 2SLGBTQPIA+ organization (Kamloops Pride, TRUSU Pride, etc) within the last year.
Kamloops Immigrant Services
Kamloops Immigrant Services is here to help you meet the challenges of immigration by offering a bridge of support along the way to establishing in our community.
(778) 470-6101
448 Tranquile Road
Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30
QMUNITY
QMUNITY is a non-profit organization based in Vancouver, BC that works to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives. We provide a safer space for 2SLGBTQPIA+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcome and included. Our building serves as a catalyst for community initiatives and collective strength.
QMUNITY offers a number of resources, so we encourage you to take a look at their website to learn more!
MAIN LOCATION:
1170 Bute Street,
Vancouver, BC V6E 1Z6
1-800 NUMBER:
1-800-566-1170
Know Your Rights Guide
A Toolkit for 2SLGBTQPIA+ Folks in Navigating Criminal Justice, Health Care, and Youth Issues
Know Your Rights is a collaborative project between the Kamloops Pride Society and Pro Bono Students Canada, Thompson Rivers University Law School chapter