PROUD2BE 2SLGBTQIA+ Support
Everyone should feel safe, supported, and fully at home in our community. Whether you identify as queer, trans, non-binary, two-spirit, and/or questioning, or you’re the parent of a queer, trans, non-binary, two-spirit, and/or questioning child or youth, we have programs and services to support you.
For immediate crisis support, please reach out to the following resources:
Trans Lifeline: (877) 330-6366, available Monday to Friday, 10am – 6pm.
1-800-Suicide: 1-800-784-2433, available 24/7.
Emergency: In case of an emergency call 911.
Events
2026 Pride Connection Day
Pride Connection Day is an opportunity for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and allies to collaborate with Family Services of the North Shore to develop future youth programming. This low barrier event will allow youth to connect with each other and learn new skills. Youth will be able to have a meaningful say in the programing available in their communities, earn volunteer hours, and feel empowered by giving back.
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For more information email our team at proud2be@familyservices.bc.ca.
Support
PROUD2BE Drop-in Groups for Parents (virtual)
Join other parents of gender-diverse youth for safe, judgment-free discussions co-facilitated by two experienced counsellors. This free, weekly drop-in group is a welcoming place for you to connect, ask questions, and learn more about how to support your queer, trans, non-binary, two-spirit, gender diverse and/or gender-questioning child or teen. We meet via Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm. We look forward to you joining us.
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To set up an initial, individual meeting with the group facilitators, please email proud2be@familyservices.bc.ca.
Counselling Support (virtual and in-person)
Family Services of the North Shore is a 2SLGBTQIA+ positive organization. Our highly trained and experienced therapists offer counselling support in a safe space for adults, youth, children, and families.
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Our Intake Counsellor is here to learn what you need and how we can support you.
Email now Or call 604-988-5281, ext. 226
This group is the thing I look forward to the most during the week. It’s a space where I truly belong and where I’m allowed to feel whatever I’m feeling and just be me.– PROUD2BE drop-in group participant