Connecting to culture, Taking care of each other.

Crisis & Support Lines.

  • First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line – 
    The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counseling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Service is available in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English, and French. Callers may ask about the availability of services in the language of their choice. (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) 1-855-242-3310

    Indian Residential School Crisis Line – 
    A national service for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of their residential school experience.  1-866-925-4419 (Toll-free)

    First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line –
    The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counseling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Service is available in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English and French. Callers may ask about the availability of services in the language of their choice. (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) 1-855-242-3310

    KUU-US Crisis Line Society –
    Provides a First Nations and Indigenous-specific crisis line available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free from anywhere in British Columbia. The KUU-US Crisis Line Society also provides a number of local services in the Port Alberni area including the Survivor of Suicide Peer Support Group, Housing Registry, and the A.H.O.P.E Program.1-800-588-8717 (toll-free)

    Native Youth Crisis Hotline
      – Answered by staff 24/7. Available throughout Canada and US. 1-877-209-1266 

    Métis Crisis Line  
    – A service of Métis Nation British Columbia. 1-833-MétisBC (1-833-638-4722)

    Opaskwayak Health Authority (OHA) – 
    The Mental Wellness Team consists of five counselors, including OHA counselors who are available via telephone to provide follow-up care with clients, and Opioid Replacement Therapy physician clinics who are available via Telehealth on the regularly scheduled dates. 204-627-7410 Crisis Line after hours: 204-623-0519

    Keewatin Tribal Council –

    Serves Barren Lands, Bunibonibee, Fox Lake, God’s Lake, Manto Sipi, Northlands, Sayisi Dene, Shamattawa, Tataskweyak, War Lake, and York Factory.
    Crisis On-Call: 204-307-1905
    Mental Wellness Team: 204-677-7410

    Opaskwayak Health Authority (OHA) – 
    The Mental Wellness Team consists of five counselors, including OHA counselors who are available via telephone to provide follow-up care with clients, and Opioid Replacement Therapy physician clinics who are available via Telehealth on the regularly scheduled dates. 204-627-7410 Crisis Line after hours: 204-623-0519

    Eskasoni Mental Health Services/Crisis and Referral Center Main Office – 
    Eskasoni Mental Health Services (EMHS) provides a wide range of services to the Mi’kmaq people of Eskasoni, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. The Tui’kn Residential School Survivor Team provides services to all 5 Unama’ki (Cape Breton) communities.
    Crisis: 1-855-379-2099 (Toll-Free) Main Phone: 902-379-2099 

    Talk4Healing –

     A culturally grounded, fully confidential helpline for Indigenous women available in 14 languages all across Ontario. 1-855-554-HEAL 

    Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health – 
    Crisis support available by appointment or walk-in for crisis support, 5 days per week. 613-748-0657 The Shadhäla Äshèyi yè Kwädän (Champagne and Aishihik First Nations or CAFN),

    DÄN TSʼÄN NÄNNJI (Community Wellness Department)

    – A self-governing First Nation located in the Yukon Territory and northwest British Columbia, Canada. CAFN provides weekend on-call support from 5:00 pm on Friday – 8:30 pm on Monday.
    Emergency Line: 867-333-4477   

Programs & Groups.

  • Two Spirit Support Groups 2 Spirits of the 1st Nations-Toronto, Ont

    www.2spirits.com 2-Spirited People of Manitoba-Winnipeg, Man www.twospiritedmanitoba.ca

    Dancing To Eagle Spirit Society-Vancouver, BC www.dancingtoeaglespiritsociety.org

    Two-Spirit Circle of Edmonton Society-Edmonton, AB
    – Ed Lavallee at edlavallee@shaw.ca

    Regina Two-Spirited Society-Saskwww.allnationshope.ca/Two%20Spirits.htmGreater Vancouver Native Cultural Society Two Spirit Group – 
    A Two-Spirit support group on Facebook supported by the Vancouver Native Cultural Society.

    Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society (Edmonton)  
    Programs and services range from youth employment/social and comprehensive family services to supported referrals and soup and bannock lunches.1-780-481-3451

    Native Counselling Services of Alberta  –
     Native Counselling Services of Alberta’s mission is to promote the resilience of the Indigenous individual and family, through programs and services that are grounded in reclaiming our interconnectedness, reconciliation of relationships, and self-determination.

    Open Alberta Guide to Indigenous Services  – Comprehensive list of all services in Alberta. Includes specific contacts for each nation, educational, business, and community services. 

     Natawiwewak Medical Clinic –Serves Winnipeg residents from Bunibonibee, Chemawawin, God’s Lake, and Manto Sipi. Connect with the Mental Wellness Team. 204-417-8877Pabineau First Nation – Mi’kmaq – mental health clinicians are available 3 days a week. 506-547-4204Ugpi’Ganjig – Eel River Bar First Nation 506-684-5002

    Madawaska Maliseet First Nation 506-739-9765

    Under One Sky Friendship Centre 506-458-9269

    Shanawdithit, St. John’s Native Friendship Centre 709-726-5902

    Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation (Social Health Department) – 
    The Social Health Department is essentially responsible for the Mental Health and Addictions programming and service delivery, this includes referrals and counseling. 709-497-8522 social_health@sheshatshiu.ca  Native Council of Nova Scotia – Assists off-reserve Indigenous clients facing social problems and conditions, with confidential support referral services.  1-902-895-1738 

    Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq (Mental Wellness Team) – 
    Provides case management and service navigation for First Nations persons of all ages seeking mental wellness services. 902-539-4107

    Alsusuti Aboriginal Crisis & Counselling Services –
    (M-F 8:30 am – 4:30 pm) Offers mental health support and counseling services to aboriginals by aboriginals. (844) 694-1382Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) Healing and Wellness branch – Facilitates and coordinates programs, services, and activities to address the holistic needs of Métis people in Ontario at the provincial, regional, and local levels. To us holistic Indigenous health encompasses the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and cultural aspects of one’s life. 24-hour Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Crisis Line, available in English and French). Once connected services can be delivered in person, over the phone, or by video conference. 1-877-767-7572 Non-urgent: Children and Youth (ages 0 – 17): 613-217-3143 Adults (ages 18+): 705-929-4753 Toll-Free Number: 1-800-263-4889 

    Enaahtig Healing Lodge and Learning Centre 705-534-3724 

    Fort Frances Tribal Area Health Services 807-271-0194

    Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI –
    The Health program manages a wide range of programs and services designed to support the health and wellbeing of Lennox Island and Abegweit First Nation members living on-reserve, including Health Policy; Jordan’s Principle program; Indian Residential School program; and Health Promotion. Director of Health, Roseanne Sark at rsark@mcpei.ca or 902-438-2117 Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Health Center 819-449-5593/4

     The Native Friendship Centre of Montreal Inc.
    (NFCM) is collaborating with Indigenous Services Canada to continue providing emotional and cultural support services to former Indian Residential School (IRS) students and their families before, during, and after participation in Settlement Agreement (SA) processes, including Common Experience Payments (CEP) and the Independent Assessment Process (IAP), as well as those who participated in Truth and Reconciliation Commission events and Commemoration activities. Emotional Support workers or Cultural Support Providers (traditional healer) –  (514) 499-1854  Native Health Services (Native Health Centres at the Pasqua and Regina General Hospitals) – Responds to clients with an awareness of cultural and spiritual diversity, and is able to provide an alternative for clients seeking traditional First Nations and Métis approaches to health care. Regina General Hospital: 306-766-4155 Pasqua Hospital: 306-766-2232 

    Saskatoon Indian and Métis Friendship Centre (SIMFC) –Supports First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultural distinctiveness by providing community development services that holistically support all ages. 306-244-0174 

    The Circle Project –
    Lifestyles and Counselling Program 306-347-7515 Facebook

    Central Urban Métis Federation Inc. (CUMFI) – Grief and loss counseling. 306-975-9999

  • First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day
    provides virtual health care and referral support for people who do not have a doctor or are unable to get an appointment. It is for all First Nations people living in BC and their family members, including family members who are not Indigenous. Doctors are available by video or phone from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Call 1-855-344-3800 to book an appointment. Learn more at fnha.ca/virtualdoctor.

    Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS)
    is a partner with the FNHA in providing access to counselling, cultural and emotional support services to former students of residential and day schools, and their families, regardless of status. Call toll-free 1-800-721-0066 or visit www.irsss.ca.

    Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society
    provides confidential outreach services such as counselling, cultural supports and personal wellness programs. Call toll-free 1-888-403-3123 or visit www.tsowtunlelum.org. 

    Virtual Substance Use & Psychiatry Service
    is an FNHA service providing virtual specialist support in addictions medicine and psychiatry. This service requires a referral from a health and wellness provider who can support the individual on their journey. First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day can provide referral support for anyone who does not have a provider who can refer them to the program.

    The FNHA and other organizations provide culturally safe and trauma-informed cultural, emotional, and mental health services to Indigenous people in BC.

Resources.

Healing In Colour
Directory of therapy and support services to support the healing and liberation of BIPOC.


Information Sheets.


Building Communities, Bridging Gaps.

  • LGBT YouthLine

    A queer, trans, Two-Spirit youth-led organization supporting and affirming the experiences of 2SLGBTQ+ youth across Ontario by providing training, referrals, resources, and anonymous peer support.

    Call: 1-800-268-9688

    Text: 647-694-4275

    Rainbow Health Ontario

    Rainbow Health Ontario creates opportunities for the healthcare system to better serve LGBT2SQ communities.

    Email: info@rainbowhealthontario.ca

    LGBT2SQ Health – Sherbourne Health

    Sherbourne offers a wide range of primary healthcare programs and services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirited, intersex, queer or questioning individuals. Our goal is to provide dignified, non-judgmental services to help clients feel better, cope better with day-to-day challenges and address specific LGBT2SQ health issues.

    Email: info@sherbourne.on.ca

    Call: 416-324-4100

    Supporting Our Youth (SOY)

    Supporting Our Youth (SOY) is an innovative community development program of Sherbourne Health. SOY works to support the health and well-being of all queer and trans spectrum youth 29 years old and under through our groups, programs and events and by providing one-on-one support.

    Call: 416-324-5077

    Email: soy@sherbourne.on.ca

    2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations

    2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations provides prevention education and support for 2-Spirit, including First Nations, metis and Inuit people living with or at risk for HIV and related co-infections in the Greater Toronto Area. They base their work on indigenous philosophies of wholistic health and wellness.

    Call: (416)944-9300

    2 Spirits in Motion Society

    2 Spirits in Motion Society works to create, maintain, and strengthen a safe and supportive environment for 2 Spirit people to express themselves through cultural ways of knowing and being around gender and sexuality; and to succeed and be empowered in all areas that are grounded in the medicines that 2 Spirit people carry.

    Aces & Aros

    Aces and Aros is a virtual hub which serves to connect folks to communities, events and provides educational and support resources while keeping them up to date with what’s happening in the Aces & Aros movement.

    The 519

    A city of Toronto agency offering counselling services, queer parenting resources, coming out groups, trans programming, and more to the LGBTQ2S community. Some services and programs are offered in English, French and Spanish.

    Email: info@The519.org

    Phone: 416-392-6874

    Ten Oaks Project

    The Ten Oaks Project is a charitable, volunteer-driven organization that engages and connects children and youth from 2SLGBTQ+ (two spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer) identities, families, and communities.

    Griffin Centre

    Griffin Centre is an accredited, charitable, multi-service, mental health agency providing flexible and accessible services to children, youth, transitional-aged youth, adults and their families.

    Call: 416-222-1153

    Email: contact@griffincentre.org

    reachOUT

    reachOUT is a creative, inclusive & accessible program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, non-binary, queer and questioning (LGBT*) people in Toronto. In particular, we recognize the needs of youth and adults who experience multiple oppressions and work to create spaces with and for people who are traditionally excluded from mainstream services, including trans, two-spirit, newcomers, people of colour and disabled folks.

    Email: reachOUT@griffincentre.org

    Call: 416-222-1153

    Triangle Program

    The Triangle Program is a high school that hosts wonderful LGBTQ2+ youth who are in need of a smaller and safer space where they can find and build community. We strive to reflect our students’ experiences in an LGBTQ2+ and social justice-focused curriculum.

    Call: 416-393-9830

    Email: TriangleProgramOasis@tdsb.on.ca

    Asian Community AIDS Services

    Asian Community AIDS Services (ACAS) is a charitable, non-profit, community-based organization located in Toronto, Canada. We provide safer sex education and services to the East and Southeast Asian communities and support services to persons living with HIV/AIDS and members of the LGBTQ communities.

    Call: 416-963-4300

    Email: info@acas.org

    Queer Asian Youth

    ACAS’ Youth Program for East and Southeast Asians aged 16-29 strives to increase education, opportunities, support and resiliency skills (being able to bounce back from adversity) for Asian youth in Toronto in dealing with the various social/health challenges and questions of being LGBTQ+ and of other genders or sexualities.

    Email: youth@acas.org

    Call: 416 963-4300 ext 229

    Kind Space

    Kind Space is committed to providing Ottawa – located on unceded Algonquin territory, accessible resources, events, social, and educational programming to celebrate and support people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

    Email: hello@kindspace.ca

    Call: 613-563-4818

    OK2BME

    OK2BME is a set of free, supportive services for 2SLGBTQIA+ identified children, teens and their families in Waterloo Region. The OK2BME program consists of three unique areas including confidential counselling services (in person, or online), OK2BME Youth Groups for individuals 12-18, as well as public education, consulting and training around 2SLGBTQIA+ issues.

    Call: 519-884-0000

    Email: ok2bme@kwcounselling.com

    SPECTRUM

    SPECTRUM is an organization that serves, affirms, and supports the well-being of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals in Waterloo Region and the broader community through peer support, community partnerships, education and training, resources, and events.

    Call: 226 779-9695

    Email: info@ourspectrum.com

    Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition

    Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition (WRRC) is a volunteer-based community organization that is committed to building a unified voice for gender and sexual diversity for people of all ages in Waterloo Region. We promote sustainable opportunities for advocacy, awareness, education and community-building that are respectful of the diverse interests within the Rainbow community.

    Email: yourwrrc@gmail.com

    Positive Space Network

    The Positive Space Network builds community and creates safer spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 6-24 in Halton Region by creating youth-focused programming, providing mental health support and cultivating community partnerships.

    Email: joannal@rockonline.ca

    Call: (905)-320-0740

    Rainbow Youth – PARN

    The Rainbow Youth Program works to make lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, 2-spirit, queer and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth feel safe, included, and empowered in Peterborough and the four counties. We give LGBTQ+ youth the space to be themselves and the tools to lead positive change in their schools, peer groups, and community.

    Call: 705-749-9110 or 1-800-361-2895

    Out on the Shelf

    Out on the Shelf is a not-for-profit organization in Guelph, ON. We offer services to the LGBTQ2IA+ community of Guelph and Wellington, host a queer library and resource centre, and run various monthly programming.

    Email: info@outontheshelf.com

    Youth – ACCKWA

    ACCKWA’s Youth Sexual Health Department offers education and outreach services to youth in Waterloo Region. Our programming aims to empower youth to manage their sexual health by developing skills, increasing self-efficacy, and improving access to resources. We provide free workshops for youth as well as for parents, educators, and service providers who work with youth. We also do one-on-one risk reduction counseling, and outreach at local events, on social media, and via text.

    Text: 519-569-9521

    Email: yshag.wr@gmail.com

    Transgender Niagara

    Transgender Niagara is a Trans* peer support group located in St. Catharines, Ontario. Our primary purpose is to provide the Trans* community in the Niagara region with access to information, resources, and the companionship of others like ourselves.

    Email: mctigue.colleen@gmail.com

    2SLGBTQI+ Around the Rainbow – Family Services Ottawa

    Around the Rainbow provides education, counselling and support services to 2SLGBTQI+ families and individuals. Their objective is always to improve 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion in all environments.

    Call: 613-725-3601 ext. 105

    Friends of Ruby

    Friends of Ruby – A welcoming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth providing support for two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and all gender non-conforming youth (aged 16-29) by providing free counselling, housing and social services.

  • Rainbow Resource Centre

    Rainbow Resource Centre offers support to the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the form of counselling, education, and programming for individuals ranging from children through to 55±. It also supports families, friends, and employers of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. The Youth Program offers 2SLGBTQ+ youth a safe, fun place to learn new skills, create projects, and celebrate identities.

    Call: (204) 474-0212 or 1 (855) 437-8523

    Trans Health Klinic – Klinic Community Health

    The Trans Health Klinic provides care to Trans individuals 16+ years of age seeking transitioning care (hormone start and surgery) living in Manitoba. They provide care to all individuals who fall under the Transgender and/or Non-binary umbrella: inclusive of Two-spirit, Agender, Bigender, Genderqueer, Gender fluid, and more. All are welcome!

    Call: (204) 784-4051 (Peer supporter)

    Two-Spirited People of Manitoba Inc.

    Two-Spirited People of Manitoba Inc. is a community-based organization focused on helping Indigenous LGBTQ/Two-Spirit people improve their lives. With the help of our tireless volunteers, we provide awareness workshops, advocate to prevent homophobia and transphobia, and organize community events.

    Call: (204) 330-8671

    Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce

    The Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce exists to help build a strong Manitoba economy supported by, and supportive of, diverse communities.

    Rainbow Harmony Project

    Rainbow Harmony Project is a choir of LGBTQ2* community members and allies dedicated to building relationships and expressing and celebrating their diverse identities and experiences through the power of song.

    Reaching Out Winnipeg

    Reaching Out Winnipeg is a program that started in 2012 to promote resettlement of LGBT refugees and asylum seekers in Winnipeg and beyond.

    Email: reachingoutwinnipeg@gmail.com

    Sexuality Education Resource Centre MB

    Sexuality Education Resource Centre MB SERC offers affirming and supportive programming for Two-Spirit, Transgender, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Questioning (2STLGBQ+) individuals, families and friends in Brandon and Western Manitoba.

    SERC WINNIPEG

    Call: (204) 982-7800

    SERC BRANDON

    Call: (204) 727-0417

  • TransSask Support Services

    TransSask Support Services is a province wide non-profit organization that supports and acts as a resource network for trans-identified, genderqueer, intersex and gender non-conforming individuals, their spouses, family, friends, and allies.

    Email: info@transsask.ca

    Camp fYrefly SK

    Camp fYrefly Saskatchewan is an educational, social, artistic and personal learning retreat for gender and sexually diverse youth (Two spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) and allied youth. Camp is designed for youth between the ages of 14 and 24.

    OUTSaskatoon

    OUTSaskatoon provides support services, youth housing, and education and research services through a harm reduction, culturally informed, equity-seeking, and community-based approach.

    Call: 1-306-665-1224

    Email: hello@outsaskatoon.ca

    UR Pride Centre

    The UR Pride Centre for Sexuality and Gender Diversity is a non-profit service provider housed at the University of Regina. UR Pride provides services and programming for the entire community of Regina, not just for the University of Regina, offering youth groups, community gatherings, and fundraisers for 2SLGBTQ+ people at large.

    Call: 306-519-4733

    Email: contactus@urpride.ca

    Gay & Lesbian Community of Regina

    Q Nightclub & Lounge is community owned and operated by the non-profit Gay & Lesbian Community of Regina, Inc. (GLCR).

    Call: 306) 569-1995

    Email: glcr@sasktel.net

  • Item descriptioLGBTQ Support Help Line

    A toll free, 24-hour support/crisis line operated by Distress Centre Calgary to support LGBT/sexual minority and questioning youth.

    Call: 1-877-688-4765 (1-877- OUT IS OK)

    Queer Compass

    Queer Compass is a centralized resource database for Individuals and Service Providers living and working within the gender and sexually diverse community. The resources contained on this site can help facilitate finding much needed services as well as aid in fostering community connection for gender and sexually diverse people.

    The Centre for Newcomers – LGBTQ+ NEWCOMER SERVICES

    The Centre for Newcomers offers services to the full range of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and other sexually diverse newcomers to Canada. They provide one-on-one support services, group supports, information, referrals, settlement advice, and mental health supports.

    Email: Boban Stojanovic at b.stojanovic@centrefornewcomers.ca

    End of the Rainbow Foundation

    The End of the Rainbow Foundation’s mission is to improve socio-economic conditions for people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities or expressions (SOGIE) by providing innovative education, support programs, and research.

    Call: (403) 262-4086

    The Centre for Sexuality

    The Centre for Sexuality offers a variety of LGBTQ supports and services including but not limited to, GSA supports, men’s health initiatives, and a summer camp for queer youth. They provide comprehensive and inclusive sexual health information through their training centre and they even have a professional counselor who specializes in sexuality and sexual health.

    Call: 403-283-5580

    Email: info@centreforsexuality.ca

    Fellowship of Alberta Bears

    Fellowship of Alberta Bears is a gay/queer/bi men’s registered not-for-profit society. The Fellowship of Alberta Bears is dedicated to providing a gathering space for individuals who appreciate and enjoy the brotherhood of the gay bear community. FAB is a body positive, sex positive community group.

    HIV Community Link

    HIV Community Link exists to support people living with, or at risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections. We educate communities, give non-judgmental support, tools and information, and offer harm reduction programs and services to populations in Calgary and Southeastern Alberta.

    Email: info@hivcl.org

    Skipping Stone Foundation

    Skipping Stone Foundation provides support, resources, and referrals to the trans and gender creative community.

    Call: (587) 333-4342

    Email: info@skippingstone.ca

    Trans Equality Society of Alberta (TESA)

    Trans Equality Society of Alberta (TESA) engages in advocacy and education in three primary areas: government, outreach, and community development. TESA’s mission is to be a witness to and a voice for matters concerning trans Albertans.

    Email: info@tesaonline.org

    Camp fYrefly

    Camp fYrefly is a fun, educational, social, and personal leadership retreat for queer and trans youth ages 14 – 24. Campers explore their identity, build resilience, enhance self esteem, and develop leadership skills that will positively impact their lives, homes, schools, and communities.

    Calgary Outlink

    Calgary Outlink is a community-based, not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing support, education, outreach, and referrals for the 2SLGBTQIA+ and allied communities in Calgary, Alberta.

    Call: 403-234-8973

    Peer support, resource referral, and general information phone hours: Monday – Thursday (closed on stat holidays) 10am-5pm

    Calgary Queer Arts Society

    Calgary Queer Arts Society is a nonprofit organization located in Calgary, Alberta that exists to give voice to queer people and their stories. They are committed to creating and sharing the narratives that shape the LGBTQ2IA+ community.

    E-mail: info@calgaryqueerartssociety.com

    Edmonton 2 Spirit Society

    Edmonton 2 Spirit Society is an organization for 2-Spirit folks. Their mission is to re-establish and enhance traditional roles and responsibilities as Two Spirit people in Indigenous communities while creating supportive environments within all societies for contemporary Two Spirit peoples.

    Mosaic Youth Group

    Mosaic is a non-for-profit organization in Calgary, Alberta dedicated to giving queer-identified or allied youth a safe space.

    The Gay and Lesbian Association of the Peace

    The Gay and Lesbian Association of the Peace has served the LGBTQ community of greater Grande Prairie for over ten years. Through peer led support we aim to increase quality of life for everyone through better understanding of sexual and gender diversity.

    Call: 780-518 5880

    Email: infogalap@yahoo.com

  • Trans Care BC

    Trans Care BC supports the delivery of equitable and accessible care, surgical planning, and peer and community support for trans people across the province.

    Trans Health Navigation Team

    Call: 1-866-999-1514 or 604-675-3647

    Email: transcareteam@phsa.ca

    Education Team

    Email: trans.edu@phsa.ca

    Dancing To Eagle Spirit Society

    Dancing To Eagle Spirit Society is dedicated to the healing and empowerment of aboriginal and non-aboriginal two-spirit individuals, their friends and their allies. The society seeks to honor the dignity of the individual, building personal and community self esteem by providing emotional support and spiritual needs using traditional Native American ways and culture.

    Email: info@dancingtoeaglespiritsociety.org

    Call: 604-291-2202

    Catherine White Holman Wellness Society

    Catherine White Holman Wellness Society provides low-barrier wellness and legal services to Two-Sprit, transgender and gender non-conforming people in a way that is respectful and celebratory of clients’ identity and self-expression.

    Call: (604) 442-4352

    Email: contactus@cwhwc.com

    UBC CampOUT

    UBC CampOUT! is a leadership and learning summer camp for queer, trans, Two-Spirit, questioning, and allied youth from across BC & the Yukon. CampOUT! brings us together to learn about decolonizing, anti-racist and disability justice approaches to education and leadership from each other and from mentors in community.

    Out In Schools

    Out In Schools is BC’s award-winning 2SLGBTQIA+ education program. They use film and facilitated group discussion to engage youth in building safer, more inclusive communities.

    Out On Screen

    Out On Screen is more than just a film festival! They do year-round programming, engage youth throughout the province, and play a role in a vibrant arts ecology.

    QMUNITY

    QMUNITY is a non-profit organization based in Vancouver, BC that works to improve queer, trans, and Two-Spirit lives. They provide a safer space for LGBTQ2SAI+ people and their allies to fully self-express while feeling welcome and included.

    Youth support inquiries:

    Email: youth@qmunity.ca

    Call: (604) 684-5307

    Fraser Valley Youth Society

    The Fraser Valley Youth Society (FVYS) is a not for profit society with a board, staff and dedicated volunteers running drop-in groups in Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack.

    Call: 604-200-3203

    Email: info@fvys.ca

    Abbotsford Youth Health Centre

    The Abbotsford Youth Health Centre is a place where youth can access inclusive and non judgmental health services.

    Call or Text: (604) 746 3392

    Email: ayhc@foundryabbotsford.ca

  • Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer – LGBTQ Community in the Arctic

    Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer – LGBTQ Community in the Arctic is a page to promote and support the LGBTQ community of the North/Arctic.

  • Rainbow Coalition of Yellowknife

    Rainbow Coalition of Yellowknife (formerly It Gets Better Yellowknife) is an outreach organization to support queer youth and their allies in Yellowknife. As an organization, we strive to make Yellowknife a safer, more open, more knowledgeable place for all LGBTQ2S+ youth, their families and their allies.

    Call: 867-444-7295

    Email: info@rainbowcoalitionyk.org

    Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer – LGBTQ Community in the Arctic

    Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer – LGBTQ Community in the Arctic is a page to promote and support the LGBTQ community of the North/Arctic.

  • P.E.E.R.S Alliance

    PEERS Alliance supports those living with and at risk for HIV, Hep C, and all sexually transmitted infections in PEI by offering a variety of programs and services targeted to diverse communities. The PEI Queer Youth Collective is open to two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, trans, queer, questioning, and allies of 2SLGBTQ+ youth (≤18).

    Email: info@peersalliance.ca

    Call: +1(902) 566-2437

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance

    The W2SA is a group of volunteers, researchers, academics, knowledge holders, youth and Elder Wabanaki Two-Spirits and Allies. Their mission is to represent the emotional, spiritual, mental and physical well-being and interests of Two Spirits and Indigenous LGBTQ+ individuals and groups in Wabanaki Territory (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland/Labrador, Gaspé region of Quebec, and Maine (northern areas in Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Tribal territories) based on our beliefs and values in the framework within the Peace and Friendship Treaty.

  • 2SLGBTQIA+ Warm Line

    Planned Parenthood NL’s 2SLGBTQIA+ Warm Line is a peer support service run by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Newfoundland and Labrador. If you need someone to talk to, call us and we will do our best to support you and provide you resources.

    Call or Text: 1-866-230-8041

    Planned Parenthood – NL Sexual Health Centre

    Planned Parenthood Newfoundland and Labrador Sexual Health Centre is a non-profit charitable organization that promotes positive sexual health and 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion through education, community partnership, information and services within an environment that supports and respects individual choice.

    Call: (709) 579-1009 or 1-877-NO-MYTHS (666-9847)

    Newfoundland & Labrador Sexual Assault Crisis & Prevention Centre

    Newfoundland & Labrador Sexual Assault Crisis & Prevention Centre are a non-profit, community-based, charitable organization that exists to support individuals of all genders who have been impacted by sexual violence. They also operate a 24 hour crisis and information line.

    Call: 1-800-726-2743

    Safe Alliance

    Safe Alliance provides support & resources to individuals regarding two spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, plus (2SLGBTQQ+) issues, while raising awareness throughout Labrador on issues relating to homophobia, transphobia & heterosexism.

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance are a group of volunteers, researchers, academics, knowledge holders, youth and Elders Wabanaki Two-Spirits and Allies (directly related to W2SA interests). They represent the emotional, spiritual, mental and physical well-being and interests of Two Spirits and Indigenous LGBTQ+ individuals and groups in Wabanaki Territory (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland/Labrador, Gaspé region of Quebec, and Maine (northern areas in Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Tribal territories) based on our beliefs and values in the framework within the Peace and Friendship Treaty.

  • Interligne

    Interligne est un organisme de première ligne qui, par ses services d’écoute, d’intervention et de sensibilisation, contribue au mieux-être des personnes concernées par la diversité sexuelle et la pluralité des genres.

    Call or Text: 1 888 505-1010

    Email: aide@interligne.co

    Tel-jeunes

    Tel-jeunes is a confidential bilingual 24 hours/ 7 days a week call, text (8am-10:30pm), email, and chat hotline for youth.

    Call: 514 288-1444

    Action Santé Travesti(e)s et Transsexuel(le)s du Québec (ASTT(e)Q)

    ASTT(e)Q aims to promote the health and well-being of trans people through peer support and advocacy, education and outreach, and community empowerment and mobilization.

    Email: info@astteq.org

    Call: 514-847-0067 x207

    LGBTQ2+ CENTRE

    The West Island LGBTQ2+ Centre is the only LGBTQ2+ resource in the West Island region of Montreal. The Centre has a series of programs that cater to different demographics within the community.

    Call: 514-794-5428

    Email: info@lgbtq2centre.com

    SextEd

    SextEd is Montreal’s free, confidential texting helpline for questions about sexual health or dating. Just text a question to 514 700-4411 and you’ll get an answer within 24 hours!

    Text: 514 700-4411

    Project 10

    Project 10 is a meeting place and advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual, intersex, queer, trans, two-spirit, and questioning youth in Montréal, QC.

    Call or Text: 514-989-4585

    Centre for Gender Advocacy

    The Centre for Gender Advocacy (the Centre) is an independent, student-funded, Concordia University organization, mandated to promoting gender equality and empowerment particularly as it relates to marginalized communities. This mandate is achieved through ongoing programming, campaigns, resources, services, advocacy, and a commitment to accessibility.

    Jeunes Queer Youth

    Jeunes Queer Youth est un programme de santé sexuelle qui est par et pour les jeunes trans et queer! Nous offrons un soutien et finançons des projets sous 3 tiers différents; 500$, 1000$ et 1500$ qui sont consacrés à la santé et au bien-être de notre communauté.

    Email: jqy@rezosante.org

    Call: 438-824-2172

    Trans Outaouais

    Trans Outaouais est un organisme à but non-lucratif dont la mission est de promouvoir le développement de relations harmonieuses au sein de la communauté LGBTQIA2S+ et de favoriser l’inclusion et l’épanouissement des personnes transidentitaires, ainsi que toutes les autres intersections. Nous offrons des services qui favorisent le dialogue, l’échange et le bris de l’isolement tout en sensibilisant la population générale.

    Email: info@transoutaouais.com

    Call: 1-888-872-6707 or 1-888-TRANS-07

    Divergenres

    Divergenres est un organisme à but non lucratif qui a pour mission d’éduquer la population sur les réalités et les enjeux qui touchent la pluralité des genres, d’offrir des services d’accompagnement aux personnes en questionnement sur leur identité de genre ou en transition et d’offrir des espaces bienveillants et accessibles aux personnes trans, non-binaires, queers et non conformes dans le genre.

    Email: divergenres@gmail.com

    Call: 418-520-4564

    Divers-Gens

    Divers-Gens est un organisme d’action et un réseau d’entraide qui offre du soutien individuel et de groupe, ainsi que des activités éducatives, préventives et de lutte. Il vise à soutenir les jeunes (14-25 ans) 2SLGBPTQIA+, en questionnement, ainsi que leur entourage immédiat, résidant sur le territoire de la MRC de la Haute-Yamaska et Brome-Missisquoi.

    Call or Text: (579) 488-8004

    Email: info@diversgens.org

    TransEstrie

    TransEstrie a pour mission principale de soutenir les communautés trans et non-binaires de l’Estrie en créant des services qui leur sont destinés et en représentant leurs intérêts auprès des institutions, organismes et établissements de l’Estrie afin que leurs services soient adaptés aux réalités trans et non-binaires.

    Email: info@transestrie.org or services@transestrie.org

    Call or Text: 873-552-1289

    AlterHéros

    AlterHéros est un organisme communautaire à but non lucratif dont le siège social est à Montréal, au Québec, Canada. La mission d’AlterHéros est de favoriser l’épanouissement des individus par rapport à leur orientation sexuelle, leur identité de genre, leur expression de genre et leur sexualité. Si nos services sont principalement axés vers les jeunes de 14 à 30 ans et développés pour elleux, ils sont tout de même offerts à l’ensemble de la population.

    Call: 438-830-HERO (4376)

    Email: info@alterheros.com or dg@alterheros.com

    Helem Montreal

    Helem Montreal aims to fight homophobia within the Arabic-speaking community of Montreal by promoting the visibility of LGBTQ people.

    Email: info@montrealhelem.org

  • Sexual Violence New Brunswick

    Sexual Violence New Brunswick (SVNB) provides information, support, and counselling to those affected by sexual violence (sexual assault, sexual harassment, child sexual abuse, and incest) and dating violence.

    SUPPORT LINE IS OPEN FROM 5PM-8AM, 7 DAYS A WEEK.

    Call: (506)-454-0437

    AIDS New Brunswick

    AIDS New Brunswick has two main focuses: the education, support, and prevention of STBBIs (sexually transmitted and bloodborne infections) and harm reduction that supports safer sex and safer drug use.

    Call: 1 (800) 561-4009

    Email: info@aidsnb.com

    Reproductive Justice New Brunswick – RJNB | Justice Reproductive Nouveau-Brunswick

    Reproductive Justice New Brunswick – RJNB | Justice Reproductive Nouveau-Brunswick is an advocacy group that is working to make New Brunswick a province where each person can decide if, when, and how to parent. We are also committed to helping all trans and gender diverse New Brunswickers have access to the social, medical, and systemic support that they need.

    Email: ReproductiveJusticeNB@gmail.com

    NB Transgender Health Network

    The NB Transgender Health Network is an organization of health professionals with training in trans health who facilitate access to care across the province as well as educational training and resources for primary care providers. They advocate for improved services and access and maintain a service provider directory, including bilingual service providers.

    Email: transgendercarenb@gmail.com

    UBU Atlantic – Transgender Action Community

    UBU is an organization currently serving the Atlantic Canadian transgender population and their close friends and family members throughout the transition process. They seek to affirm identities in a way that will positively influence the individual’s transition at home, school, and in the workplace.

    Email: ubuatlantic@gmail.com

    QT Fatties in NB

    Self-described as “a grassroots collective by and for 2SLGBTQ+ fat folks in New Brunswick” this organization is offering a diverse array of services, including a gender affirming garment program, community meet ups (COVID friendly), art market, movie nights and more!

    Email: qtfattiesinnb@gmail.com

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance

    The W2SA is a group of volunteers, researchers, academics, knowledge holders, youth and Elder Wabanaki Two-Spirits and Allies. Their mission is to represent the emotional, spiritual, mental and physical well-being and interests of Two Spirits and Indigenous LGBTQ+ individuals and groups in Wabanaki Territory (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland/Labrador, Gaspé region of Quebec, and Maine (northern areas in Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Tribal territories) based on our beliefs and values in the framework within the Peace and Friendship Treaty.

    Imprint Youth Association

    Imprint Youth Association Inc. is a Fredericton-based registered non-profit that supports LGBTQIA2S+ youth and young adults in their efforts to build a vibrant and engaged community. They offer educational sessions for allies, drop-in sessions for youth, and an annual pride prom.

    Email: imprintyouthfredericton@gmail.com

    Fredericton Gender Minorities

    Fredericton Gender Minorities is a group aimed at creating a safer space for trans and gender-non-conforming people to discuss issues that impact us directly and to form meaningful relationships with people who share our experiences.

    Email: frederictongenderminorities@gmail.com

    Monarch Café

    Monarch Café is a combination community centre, nightclub and café in Fredericton that offers a combination of drop-in, all ages spaces during the day, and licensed service, shows, and events during the evening. It offers a safe space to 2SLGBTQIA+ folks. Events include drag events, all-ages dances, and sex-ed classes.

    Email: monarchnightclub@gmail.com

    Chroma NB

    Chroma: Pride, Inclusion, Equality Inc. is a community organization focusing on advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in the Saint John Region. They promote inclusion through our programs and services, and address community needs including basic human rights, employment equality, health and well-being, and housing in collaboration with our local community partners.

    Email: query@chromanb.ca

    Acadie Love

    Le Rendez-vous de la fierté Acadie Love veut célébrer la diversité par le biais d’activités culturelles comprenant un volet éducatif. Nous avons pour mission de promouvoir l’inclusion, la solidarité et la sensibilisation à la communauté 2ELGBTQIA+.

    Call: (506) 702-5683

    Email: info@acadielove.ca

    Ensemble

    Safe spaces offers a weekly drop in for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth (ages 13-18) and their friends in Moncton, where they can socialize, make crafts, play games, have group discussions, watch movies, etc in a positive environment that celebrates diversity. Follows the school calendar, so when there is no school there is no drop-in (holidays, storms, summer break etc.

    Call: 506-859-9616

    Email: general@ensemblegm.ca

  • 2SLGBTQIA+ COVID-19 Resource Guide

    The resource guide from the Nova Scotia Health Authority has information on how organizations are offering services during the pandemic, and other important information and resources to support mental, physical and emotional health at this challenging time.

    Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line

    The Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line provides crisis intervention for children, youth and adults experiencing a mental health crisis or mental distress.

    Call: 1-888-429-8167

    prideHealth

    prideHealth works to improve access to health services which are safe, coordinated, comprehensive, and culturally appropriate for people who are two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual (members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community).

    Call: 902-487-0470

    Email: prideHealth@nshealth.ca

    Nova Scotia Rainbow Action Project

    The Nova Scotia Rainbow Action Project (NSRAP) seeks equity, justice, and human rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Nova Scotia. We will achieve this through building community and developing strong networks outside of the community in addition to public outreach, education, and political action.

    E-mail: nsrap@nsrap.ca

    Youth Project

    The Youth Project is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing support and services to youth, 25 and under, around issues of sexual orientation and gender identity. They provide a variety of programs and services including support groups, referrals, supportive counselling, a resource library, educational workshops, social activities.

    Call: (902) 429-5429

    Email: carmel@youthproject.ns.ca

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance

    Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance are a group of volunteers, researchers, academics, knowledge holders, youth and Elders Wabanaki Two-Spirits and Allies (directly related to W2SA interests). They represent the emotional, spiritual, mental and physical well-being and interests of Two Spirits and Indigenous LGBTQ+ individuals and groups in Wabanaki Territory (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland/Labrador, Gaspé region of Quebec, and Maine (northern areas in Passamaquoddy and Penobscot Tribal territories) based on our beliefs and values in the framework within the Peace and Friendship Treaty.

    Transgender/Gender-Affirming Health – Halifax Sexual Health Centre

    The mission of Halifax Sexual Health Centre is to improve and optimize the sexual health of all members of our community, by providing high quality and caring services, and empowering clients to make healthy choices. HSHC can help with any aspect of a person’s transition, including the MSI approval process and surgical arrangements.

    Call: 902-455-9656 ext. 0

    South House

    The South House (SoHo) is Halifax’s only full time gender justice centre. We are a volunteer driven, student funded, gender inclusive safe space for ALL members of our community.

    Email: outreach@southhousehalifax.ca