Queer Aging BC

Nov 29th GENERATIONS of GLAM - an intergenerational drag fundraiser celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ history & community supporting Queer Aging BC EVENT DETAILS: 🗓️: Sunday, Nov 29th Doors 6pm 📍Numbers-1042 Davie Street, Van. 100% of ticket proceeds support QABC programs and services. tix: tr.ee/I-whf2IlUr

#IntersexAwarenessDay raises awareness & advocates for bodily autonomy & rights. Intersex people are born with natural variations in sex characteristics that don’t fit typical definitions of male or female. Let’s commit to creating spaces where all bodies & identities are respected. 💛💜💛

🏳️‍🌈🙏🪩 QABC invites local business & community partners to join w/ us as official sponsors for our upcoming flagship fundraising event, Generations of Glam - bridging generations through performance & storytelling. YOUR org can be front & centre! Sponsor Info: executivedirector@queeragingbc.ca #Van

The new Queer Aging BC Quarterly Newsletter is now out! 🏳️‍🌈📣🏳️‍⚧️ Learn about our newest QT- Elders Project members. Keep up to date with what’s going on at QABC, learn the latest news on #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors/elders issues and services. Visit here: queeragingbc.ca/newsletter #queerseniors

❤️ Always respect people’s pronouns! They help us live more authentically. 🧡 Never assume someone’s pronouns. 💛 Ask someone’s #pronouns respectfully if you are unsure. 💚 If you get someone’s pronouns wrong, correct yourself. 💙 Put pronouns in your email signature. 💜 Be true to yourself!

Saige Community Kitchen (supporting #2SLGBTQIA+ #Seniors, Elders and Allies) is hosting a special Halloween Social this year! 👻🎃🧙 Instead of the usual monthly dinner, this features snacks, crafts, & music to liven up your Hallow’s Eve! Wear a costume, there are prizes! www.saigecommunityfoodbank.com

Diane discovers the “Dyke Discount”. Social Media has been cheering along Diane (77 years) as she shares her excitement at traversing her new world as an out, proud lesbian. Thank you to @cruisingpod for sharing Diane’s latest discovery at the Womencrafts book store in Provincetown #lesbianseniors

THE QUICHE OF PEACE is coming to a #queer community near you! Almost 50 years ago, author Vito Russo interviewed Mrs Judith Beasley, one of many brilliant characters performed by the one and only Lily Tomlin. 🙏💎 For more on iconic Lily, visit www.lilytomlin.com #lgbtqhistorymonth

Queer Aging BC supports #SpiritDay initiatives. We support our youth. 💜

The new Queer Aging BC Quarterly Newsletter is now out! 🏳️‍🌈📣🏳️‍⚧️ Learn about our newest QT- Elders Project members. Keep up to date with what’s going on at QABC, learn the latest news on #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors/elders issues and services. Visit here: queeragingbc.ca/newsletter #queerseniors

Queer Aging BC is seeking passionate & community-minded volunteers to become Community Champions. In this role, you help promote inclusion, connection, & awareness for 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults across British Columbia. Ready to help #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors? Contact: trevordavis@queeragingbc.ca for info.

Today is National #ComingOutDay. 💜 Gay senior John Wingler reflects on coming out to his parents in his 20’s. As we recognize Coming Out Day and all the emotions this may bring, remember everyone who is on their own personal journey to live life as their most authentic self. #lgbtqia

World #MentalHealthDay is observed on October 10th to raise awareness, reduce stigma & encourage open conversation & action around mental health. World Mental Health Day provides a reminder that we never really know what someone else might be going through. Be kind to yourself & those around you. 🙏

#Ageism awareness focuses on combatting age-based stereotypes, prejudice, & discrimination that negatively impact seniors. Initiatives like #AgeismAwarenessDay & the UN’s Decade of Healthy Ageing promote age-inclusive societies by encouraging education, intergenerational programs, and policy change.

Oct 8th is #InternationalLesbianDay, so we’re resharing a popular snippet of 🇨🇦 #lesbian coming out stories via the doc “Parade: #Queer Acts of Love & Resistance” To learn more visit tvodocs 🎥 Artists featured: Robin Tyler - Comedian Yvette Perreault - Counsellor Lynne Fernie - Filmmaker

🏳️‍🌈 #seniors can be at risk for dating scams and so @odlancanada put together this informative post. Online dating scams use targeted manipulation to gather personal info to emotionally manipulate or blackmail victims for money or data theft. Swipe through to learn more! odlan.ca/safeguarding...

Queer Aging BC extends our heartfelt gratitude 🙏 to our valued funding partners: • Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) • The City of Vancouver • United Way BC • Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) • source funding provided through: Government of 🇨🇦 New Horizons for Seniors Program. #LGBTQ

October 4, 2026 is #MMIWG2S Awareness Day. We remember & honour the lives of Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and #TwoSpirit People. This day is not only one of remembrance, but also of resilience & solidarity. By uplifting survivors a/o communities, we continue to advocate for change.

“Caroline shares her journey of coming out, discovering a hidden piece of her own family history, and spending decades standing up for #LGBTQ+ rights. She reflects on the courage it once took to be visible and why that fight is still important.” Video via @mollyhousemedia @gaytimes & @stonewalluk 🙏💜

October is #2SLGBTQIAHistoryMonth Part #2: 1. Ma-Nee Chacaby, Ojibwa-Cree 2. Jackie Shane 3. barbara findlay 4. Albert McLeod, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation 5. The Brunswick Four Adrienne Rosen, Pat Murphy, Sue Wells and Lamar Van Dyke 6. Jim Egan 7. ted northe 8. Dionne Brand 9. Chris Morrissey

October is #2SLGBTQHistoryMonth, an annual month-long global observance that provides role models, builds community, and represents a civil rights statement about the invaluable contributions of the #2SLGBTQIA+ community.

#NationalSeniorsDay Oct 1st in 🇨🇦 acknowledges the contributions of older people. Many older Canadians are active & contributing to the economy, & our 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors & elders are no exception! Visit the Queer Aging BC website for info/services geared towards #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors. queeragingbc.ca

Today is Canada’s #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation. 🧡 Learn More: indigenousbc.com/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation Video Repost courtesy of @historicacanada 🧡🪶 To listen to the full series of interviews, click on the link. youtu.be/NmxA1MPNJC8?... #orangeshirtday 🙏🪶🧡

#QueerAgingBC is seeking passionate & community-minded volunteers! In this role you’ll help promote inclusion, connection & awareness for #2SLGBTQIA+ older adults in British Columbia. Ready to help build more inclusive communities for 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults? Contact: trevordavis@queeragingbc.ca

#TruthandReconciliationDay is Sep 30th - @qmunity has compiled a list of events. 🧡Read the 94 calls to action⁠ 🧡Attend a local Indigenous led event⁠ 🧡Purchase Indigenous 🧡Donate to local Indigenous orgs 🧡Listen to Indigenous Elders’ stories and teachings⁠ Full list of events: qmunity.ca/resources

The 4th week of September is #GenderEqualityWeek in 🇨🇦. How To Participate: • Write/phone your Government of Canada MP asking them not to cut funding. • Join or host a Gender Equality Week event. • Share stories of gender-diverse leaders. • Take action to advance gender equality in your community.

QUEERFM - Friday, Sept 25th at 8am PST • 11am EST 🎙️ Tune in for our special conversation with QUEER AGING BC on serving the unique needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ #seniors and elders in B.C. on 🇨🇦’s longest running #2SLGBTQIA+ radio show streaming globally at www.citr(dot)ca or locally on the dial at 101.9FM.

Bisexual seniors face unique challenges: discrimination, increased risks of poverty, social isolation, poorer health outcomes, which are often compounded by ageism & invisibility within society & the #2SLGBTQIA+ community. QABC stands united w/ all our #2SLGBTQIA+ community. Happy Bi-Visibility Day!

Tune in this morning Sept 22nd at 8am PST to a special extended conversation with @queerfmvan and Queer Aging BC Executive Director Dr. Indi Riadi on #2SLGBTQIA+ #seniors and elders 🏳️‍🌈🎙️🏳️‍⚧️ Listen locally at 101.9 or streaming at www.citr.ca

☮️ Peace can be being kind to a neighbour. 🤲 Supporting orgs that work towards peaceful resolutions. ✊ Sharing our voices against violence. 🎨 Or creating art that 59 years later, still resonates around the world. War is Not Healthy for Children and Other Living Things (1967) Lorraine Schneider.

Tune in to Canada’s longest running #queer radio show QUEERFM to hear @queeragingbc ED Dr. Indira Riadi discuss the real concerns of #2SLGBTQIA+ #seniors and elders with Hosts Barb @megamouthmedia Snelgrove and @djdenise35 Fraser 🏳️‍🌈🎙️🏳️‍⚧️ Tues. Sept 22nd 8am PST • 11am EST streaming on www.citr.ca

All #2S/LGBTQIA+ Olders and Elders deserve fulfilling and dignified later years. @queeragingbc is dedicated to affecting systemic change that creates culturally appropriate services for 2S/LGBTQIA+ #seniors. Visit our website to learn more: www.queeragingbc.ca #lgbtq #vancouver

Queer Aging BC is seeking community-minded volunteers to become Community Champions. In this role, you’ll help promote inclusion, connection, & awareness for #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors across British Columbia. Ready to help 2SLGBTQIA+ older adults? Contact us at trevordavis@queeragingbc.ca to learn more.

Do you know the story of Canada’s first #Gay Village? 🏳️‍🌈🎭 Join the #DayofPink for a powerful, immersive experience featuring short docs, interactive discussions, and a play by Lawrence Aronovitch honouring #2SLGBTQIA+ history, resilience & progress. Get FREE tickets here: www.dayofpink.org/inspire

On Sept. 11th twenty-five years ago today, the small town of #Gander 🇨🇦 saw their population nearly double. In the face of this crisis, the townspeople came together & donated food, clothes, & sheltered people in their own homes w/o hesitation. Watch the Lumora video here: youtu.be/VIV3N3A9cDU?...

📌 If you’re in #BC and need support, call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide Crisis Helpline, available 24/7. 📌 You can call 1-800-SUICIDE at 1-800-784-2433, available around the clock. 📌For mental health support, the BC #MentalHealthSupport Line available 24/7 at 310-6789, (no area code).

Want to learn more about Pride History in 🇨🇦? VIRTUAL conference Oct 16–17, 2026-two days of learning & connection focused on the history of the Pride Movement in Canada. Registration options available for low-income/free access tickets. Learn more www.cphs.ca #LGBTQ #Canada

Two giants of the silver screen: Sir Ian McKellan & Dame Judy Dench chatting about one element of Sir Ian’s coming out that he would like to revisit… “I have few regrets in my life, but that’s one of them.” 🎥: #TeawithJudiDench from @skytv 💜 #comingout #lgbtqseniors #queerstories #queeragingbc

Advancing #2SLGBTQI Health Equity as a Public Health Priority is a new report in collaboration with the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health & #Egale Canada. Read the full report today to learn more at egale.ca/2slgbtqi-hea...

Queer Aging BC extends best wishes to all our #2SLGBTQIA+ Seniors and Elders for a relaxing and wonderful long weekend. Now get out there and dance! 🏳️‍🌈🪩🏳️‍⚧️ 🎞️: My Lady of Whims (1925) starring Clara Bow 🎶: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - @cyndilauper #longweekend #queeragingbc #keepmoving #agingwithpride

Mark your calendars #twospirit elders! 💜🪶🧡🪶 This weekend is the Two Spirit United Pride BBQ, featuring local vendors, drag, entertainment, culture and community! 📍September 6th | 1pm - 5pm 📍Free event 📍Moberly Arts & Culture Centre 7646 Prince Albert St #Vancouver We hope to see you there!

Since 2022 the 🇨🇦 Federal #2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan has strengthened community orgs & invested in projects across Canada. It’s set to expire soon. 100+ orgs are calling on the gov. to extend. Read the full joint statement at queermomentum.ca or click here: www.queermomentum.ca/JointStatement?

September is #Bisexual Visibility Month/Bisexual Pride Month, dedicated to raising awareness about bisexual+ identities and challenging bi-erasure and biphobia, both outside and within the #2SLGBTQIA+ community, while celebrating the bi+ community. queeragingbc.ca

Welcome to @queeragingbc.bsky.social or @queeragingbc on Insta and Threads! Representing the interests of #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors and elders in British Columbia. 🏳️‍🌈💜🏳️‍⚧️ www.queeragingbc.ca

Saige Community Kitchen is today, August 29th in #Vancouver! Saige offers a FREE #2SLGBTQIA+ Seniors & Elders Community Kitchen teaching healthy food options on a budget & sharing a meal with members of your community. Vegan/gluten free options available! Bring a friend & an appetite!

Set your clocks for tonight folks! You might want to look up at the skies this evening (Thursday, Aug. 27) as a partial lunar eclipse is set to dazzle #Vancouver’s night sky 🌌 🔭🌘 Where’s your favourite spot in the city for some moongazing? 🌖 Repost via @curiocities #lunareclipse

The 🇨🇦 Federal #2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan was developed through extensive community engagement to serve as a roadmap for advancing equality, inclusion, and human rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across #Canada. It focuses on six priority areas, learn more at the link: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...

Philanthropist. Compassionate. Funny. Generous. Multi-talented and a true ally to our #LGBTQIA+ community. May you rest in peace and thank you for all you have given the world through #music, philanthropy and film. #DollyParton

All 2S/LGBTQIA+ Olders and Elders deserve fulfilling and dignified later years. @queeragingbc is dedicated to affecting systemic change that creates culturally appropriate services for 2S/LGBTQIA+ seniors. Visit our website to learn more: www.queeragingbc.ca #lgbtq #vancouver

a Canadian hero has left us, passing away this weekend at the age of 77, with her beloved partner Sheila by her side. #barbarafindlay (always lower case) was a champion for the #2SLGBTQIA+ community, women’s, human and trans rights. Rest in Power barbara 🙏🕯️🕊️