Due to Vancouver’s cultural and linguistic diversity, numerous organizations have arisen for LGBT people to become involved with or to provide access to culturally specific social resources and support.
Here’s an overview of many of the main organizations in town, including indigenous, religious, and refugee groups.
Dancing to Eagle Spirit Society
This non-profit society is devoted to the healing and empowerment of aboriginal and non-aboriginal two-spirit people by addressing needs with traditional Native American practices and culture, such as sweat lodge ceremonies, talking circles, and smudging circles.
Greater Vancouver Native Cultural Society (GVNCS Two-Spirit Society)
Travis Angus president told the Straight at Jim Deva Plaza said that it was created 39 years ago for two-spirit First Nations people who didn’t feel like they fit in at other local societies. He said the society has helped to take the community out of bar scene and they hold workshops, have been involved with various indigenous nations, participate in Pride parade, and conduct blessings at events.
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