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Community Events


Community events for the next 7 days:
Mon - Jul 07 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Youthco AIDS Society Breakfast Club

If you are a youth living with HIV and Hep C, come and join us for a free breakfast.

Meat and Vegetarian Meals
Coffee/Tea/Juice
Clean Needle, Condoms
Support and Advocacy
Information Workshops

For youth 15-29 living with HIV and Hepatitis C.

Where: Suite 205 - 1104 Hornby Street
When: Monday Mornings from 8am - 10am
Contact: 1.877.YOUTHCO


Mon - Jul 07 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Positive Action Group
A positive women run drop-in support group from women who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. Group meets every second Wednesday. Meal, bus ticket and childcare provided - childcare requires prior registration.

More Information: Michelle 604.681.8480, ext. 224


Tue - Jul 08 -- Thu - Jul 10 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Boys R Us
Boys R Us offers support and information to male and transgendered street youth sex trade workers in Vancouver. The weekly Boys R Us Sessions are held Tues, Wed. and Thursday's in the downtown south area in the evenings (Three Bridges Clinic).

Each session works on building community, identifying resources and promoting social interaction. Nutritious meals are served. 20-45 youth attend each night.

Day(s): Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Evenings
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Three Bridges Community Health Centre
Address: 1292 Hornby Street, Vancouver [ Map ]
Phone: 604.633.4200


Wed - Jul 09 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
HIV/AIDS Support Group
A drop-in group for HIV-positive individuals living in the Downtown Eastside area.

Where: 441 East Hastings
Contact: Bert 604.512.1479


Wed - Jul 09 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday Evening Support Group
BCPWA's peer-facilitated HIV support group is the longest-running group of its kind in Canada. The group meets every Wednesday evening in the BCPWA Society Lounge. Its drop-in format easily accommodates people from out of town. The Wednesday evening group welcomes people living with HIV disease, people who are co-infected with Hepatitis C, as well as family, friends, medical or social supports of group members. The group focuses on mutual support, empowerment, and information exchange.

Date: Every Wednesday Evening
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: The Lounge - 2nd Floor
Address:1107 Seymour Street, Vancouver [
Map ]
Contact: Aaron or Jackie
Email: Aaron - wayoverhere@hotmail.com
          Jackie - jackieh@bcpwa.org
Phone: 604.893.2259


Wed - Jul 09 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Average Joes Social Group
Average Joes is a friendly and supportive social group for HIV+ Gay Men*. Participants can drop-in anytime between 8-11 pm Wednesday evenings at Numbers Cabaret. The guys meet by the pool table on the second floor.

Average Joes is a casual social setting where Gay HIV+ guys play pool, enjoy pizza and win prizes, courtesy of BCPWA Society and Numbers.

Average Joes organizes a Christmas party and a summer event. We are always open to ideas and more participants. Out-of-towners are always welcome!

Average Joes started as a way for HIV+ gay guys to socialize where their HIV status is NOT an issue.

*BCPWA Membership is not required



Thu - Jul 10
BCPWA Treatment Information Program
BCPWA is offering a variety of Complementary and Alternative Therapies.
Shamanic Healing: Shamans use spiritual means to find out the root cause of difficulties and treat clients using old and new sacred modalities. Appointments available alternating Thursdays 
(Jan 25, Feb 8, Feb 22, etc).

[more info]


For appointments, phone: 604.893.2323 or
email zorans@bcpwa.org


Thu - Jul 10
BCPWA Treatment Information Program
Complementary and Alternative Therapies on Thursdays

BCPWA is offering a variety of Complementary and Alternative Therapies.
Zenith Omega Colour Vibrational Therapy: Zenith omega is a healing technique that uses light and colour to release energy blockers within your body. alternating Thursdays (eg: March 8th, 22nd, etc.) in the mornings.

[more info]

For appointments, phone: 604.893.2323 or
email
zorans@bcpwa.org


Thu - Jul 10 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sharing Circle
Casual drop-in sharing time for HIV-positive women at Positive Women's Network.

More Information: 604.692.3000


Thu - Jul 10 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
HIV Support Group
Where: St. Pauls Hospital, Burranrd Building Room 2c-209
Contact: Mary Petty 604.806.8223


Thu - Jul 10 6:00 PM
Taking A Break
Support sessions for HIV-positive women sponsored by Positive Women's Network. Pre-registration required.

More Information: Sangam 604.692.3006


Thu - Jul 10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Healing Our Spirit BC Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Society - Traditional Men's Circle
For more information, contact Rodney Little Moustache.

Where: Suite 100 - 2425 Quebec St., Vancouver, BC
When: Thursday evenings; 6:00 PM to 8:00 9M
Contact: 604.879.8884or info@healingourspirit.org


Thu - Jul 10 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Taking It Deep!
Recovery, sex and the Meaning of Life!

A group for gay and bi men to explore identity, intimacy and other life issues in recovery.

Where: 3 Bridges Addiction Services
1290 Hornby Street, Third Floor [ Map ]

*Registration Required*

Contact Al: 604.714.3480


Fri - Jul 11 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Average Joes Café
A friendly environment for gay HIV+ Gay Men* outside the bar scene. Fun people, free coffee and great prizes!

*BCPWA Membership is not required
Date: Every Friday Afternoon
Time: 3:00pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Davie Village Café
Address: 201-1141 Davie Street, Vancouver [
Map ]
Contact: Richard Harrison
Email: richardh@bcpwa.org
Phone: 604.893.2258




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