Youth 4 A Change

Youth 4 A Change We are a group of young le***an, gay, bisexual, trans and q***r youth who want to make a difference in the lives of youth.

We educate ourselves and others through a variety of means:
• We offer workshops to schools, learning centres and other youth groups on topics such as: Homophobia and Transphobia (called What’s in it for the Homophobe?); Gender Identities; Youth Homelessness and Healthy Teen Relationships.
• We educate ourselves about LGBTQ history through documentaries, research and discussions
• We network with

other LGBTQ groups to further our knowledge about their activities both locally and internationally
• We participate in the training of youth and community workers
• We attend Pride and other festivals to spread the word about ourselves and the issues important to LGBTQ youth
• We train ourselves to be advocates, how to lobby politicians, how to make requests of Council and School Board
• We train the next generation of youth leaders, we have two Peer Leaders (youth from the group now taking more leadership)
• We flash mob
• We monitor School Board policy on Anti-Homophobia and Transphobia
• We participate in campaigns, such as Encourage City Hall to Fly the Pride Flag
• We do intergenerational work so that we learn from our elders and can inform them about our lives
• We do creative performances, express ourselves through art, poetry and spoken word
• We organize community events
• Our members take leadership roles in other organizations, such as Gay Straight Alliances in schools amongst others
• We go on field trips, often to Council Chambers
• We lobby for gender neutral facilities
• We support each other
• We have lots of fun

Surrey Pride Rainbow Seniors' Program presents the wonderful QUIRKes - it is free and open to all ages
05/29/2026

Surrey Pride Rainbow Seniors' Program presents the wonderful QUIRKes - it is free and open to all ages

05/06/2026

🌈🎨 CALL FOR ARTISTS: Expressions of Pride

Time to start creating 💛

Submissions open soon, and we're inviting artists of all ages and experience levels to be part of this vibrant, community celebration of Pride.

Exhibition: June 16 – July 4
Opening Reception: June 20 | 1–4pm
Artwork Drop-Off: June 2–10

$15 per piece (youth free!) | Max 2 artworks - All 2D & 3D visual art mediums accepted
More details & submission forms: https://missionartscouncil.ca/25190/call-for-artists-expressions-of-pride/
Submission forms also available at the Mission Arts Centre

We're ready to celebrate identity, creativity, and all the ways Pride can be expressed. You still have some time, so start dreaming, start making, and get ready to share your artwork!

05/06/2026

out and About: Weekend Edition
Date & Time: Saturday, April the 4th @ 1 -2PM
Location: Lafarge Lake, Coquitlam

On the first Saturday of the month, Join us to enjoy a couple of laps around the lake loop and some casual conversation. This is a great event for anyone who wants to meet new people, explore local spaces, or add some more movement to their routine in 2026. We usually do a couple laps around Lafarge Lake, and if your dog is friendly they are welcome to join us as well.

Meet, in front of The Praugery at Town Centre Park Community Centre. This event is free, no registration required. This is an accessible paved route, with accessible washrooms at evergreen cultural centre. Our beautiful city has provided many transit options such as the millennium line at Lafarge lake-Douglas station!

05/06/2026

We need your support for our 2026 Pride Festival!

What better way to show your pride then to help create a fun, safe event for others to show their pride!
We hope you become a member, we can't wait to have you!

04/04/2026
Living with Pride Foundation (LWP), www.livingwithpride.ca needs your help with a short Telehealth Survey for the commu...
02/28/2026

Living with Pride Foundation (LWP), www.livingwithpride.ca needs your help with a short Telehealth Survey for the community.
LWP is a non-profit focused on supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors through inclusive housing, services, and community connection. One of the key initiatives underway is Nelly’s House, a future housing and community space in Vancouver designed to help q***r seniors age with dignity, belonging, and access to the supports they need. Alongside this, we’re participating in an NHS Solutions Lab, which is a national research and innovation program exploring new models of care, access, and community wellbeing — including how virtual and telehealth services can better serve people.
That’s where this survey comes in. We’re looking to better understand real experiences with telehealth — what’s working, what’s frustrating, and what could be improved. Your input genuinely helps shape how supports and services are designed going forward.
It only takes about 5–10 minutes, and responses are completely confidential.
If you’re able, please complete the survey by March 1st.
Thank you so much for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts. Every response really does make a difference.
With appreciation,
Rodney deJong and Eric Berthelet
Co-founders, Living with Pride Foundation
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12/16/2025
12/16/2025

It's our weekday Out and About walk tomorrow, and that means we'll get to enjoy Lights at Lafarge as we go! Join us for our second weekday walk, this Tuesday at 7pm. We meet outside the Praugery and usually go around the lake a couple of times while connecting with each other. Dress warm and cozy! If you're driving, please plan to come a little early as parking can be busy.

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Surrey, BC

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Monday 6pm - 8pm

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+16043560231

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