Victoria

Victoria's LGBTQ+ community is centered in downtown Victoria, particularly along Government Street and in the James Bay area. Popular venues include The Vicious Poodle, Paparazzi, and various queer-friendly establishments. Victoria Pride is a major celebration, and the city hosts various queer events and cultural festivals. Victoria's island location and British colonial heritage create a unique queer community that values both tradition and progressive values.

National nonprofit advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, workforce development, economic empowerment, and innovation in Canada's tech sector. Offers career development, entrepreneurship support, mentorship, job fairs, and employer partnerships. Founded in Montreal in 2016, now active across Canada with 10,000+ members.

Community Groups in Victoria

Community Groups

QueerTech

Take Victoria's queer scene with you