Peers Victoria

10/13/2026

Provincial politics can have a very real impact on our communities — from housing and healthcare to harm reduction, income assistance, and more. 🗳️

Join us Tuesday, October 14 at 1 PM at Peers Drop-In for Demystifying Provincial Elections with NDP MLA candidate Grace Lore Grace Lore MLA Victoria-Beacon Hill

Bring your questions and learn more about how provincial elections and government work.

Open to current and former sx workers / Peers participants.

10/10/2026

🗳️ Local government decisions affect our communities, our neighbourhoods, and the services we rely on.

But we don't all approach elections the same way. Some people vote strategically, some vote according to their values, and others feel disconnected from the choices available to them.

Understanding how we engage with elections — and what shapes those decisions — is part of understanding our relationship with government.

Swipe through some voter types and ask yourself: What matters most to you when it comes to voting?

📅 General local election day is October 17. Take some time to learn about the candidates and issues affecting your community.
https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/2026-general-local-elections/

10/07/2026

Reconciliation cannot be reduced to a single day of reflection.

Indigenous-led work is part of our community and our work year-round. QomQem Coastal Connections provides low-barrier access to culture, community, harm reduction, health, housing, and care—rooted in the leadership and experiences of Indigenous community members.

Truth means listening. Action means supporting Indigenous-led solutions.

🧡 You can support QomQem by becoming a monthly donor. Scan the QR code in this post to learn more and support their work.

Every day is an opportunity to amplify Indigenous voices and support Indigenous communities.

10/06/2026

💻 **HUSTLE IS ONLINE THIS WEEK!**

Join us Tuesday October 6th at 5 PM for an online discussion group for current & former masculine sx workers.

Come hang out, share what you know, learn from other people’s experiences, talk healthcare, harm reduction and sx education—or just connect with community.

**Every Tuesday • 5 PM**
Alternating between online discussion groups + in-person community dinners.

Questions or intake: [email protected]

10/06/2026

Knowledge is power — and having a say in the decisions that affect our communities matters. 🗳️

With BC’s provincial election coming up, we’re breaking down some common voting and political terms to make the process a little easier to navigate.

From MLAs and constituents to platforms and key ridings, swipe through for the basics — and save this post for later!

📅 Advance voting: October 16–21
📅 Final Voting Day: October 24

Everyone deserves accessible information about how elections work and how to make their voice heard.

For official information about registering to vote, voting locations, candidates, and more, visit Elections BC.

09/30/2026

Truth and Reconciliation isn't just about looking back. It's about listening, learning and taking action in the present.

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation — a day to honour Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and reflect on the ongoing impacts of colonialism.

We're highlighting QomQem Coastal Connections, an Indigenous-led program at Peers providing harm reduction, health and wellness, housing, food security, cultural support and outreach.

QomQem's work reminds us that culture, community, relationships and connection can be powerful parts of harm reduction and wellness — and that Indigenous people should be at the centre of work that affects Indigenous communities.

We encourage everyone to use September 30 as an opportunity to listen to Indigenous voices, learn from Indigenous-led resources, support Indigenous organizations and continue that learning throughout the year.

Check out the resources below to continue your learning:

🧡 QomQem Coastal Connections — qomqem.com

🧡 National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation — nctr.ca

🧡 Truth and Reconciliation Commission: 94 Calls to Action — nctr.ca

🧡 Native Land Digital — native-land.ca

🧡 Government of Canada: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation resources — canada.ca

09/30/2026

Local government makes decisions that affect our communities. 🗳️

Join us Tuesday, October 6 at 1 PM at Peers Drop-In for Demystifying Municipal Elections with City Council Member Susan Kim.

We’ll talk about municipal elections, local government, and the ways these processes can impact our communities. Come with your questions!

Open to current and former sx workers / registered Peers participants.

09/25/2026

🌧️ IT’S GETTING COLD OUT THERE.

Our Outreach Van needs warm and waterproof supplies for community members who are outside.

We’re looking for:
🧥 Coats & warm clothing
🌧️ Rain gear
🥾 Shoes & boots
🧤 Hats, gloves & scarves
☂️ Umbrellas
⛺ Tarps
🔥 Hand warmers
🧦 New socks & underwear

As the weather gets colder, these items become even more important.

Help us keep our van stocked for the colder, wetter months ahead. ❤️

📍 Drop-off: Peers Victoria Resources Society - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday- 11:30am-2:30pm

09/24/2026