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VPWAS is proud to be partnering with Island Health on the STOP HIV/AIDS Program on Vancouver Island. The STOP HIV/AIDS Program represents a dynamic era change in HIV/AIDS and co-infections service delivery. You are invited to learn more about this new venture and join in the movement of peer navigation, prevention and education. Notice is hereby given that the 2015 Annual General Meeting of the Vancouver Island Persons Living with HIV/AIDS Society (VPWAS) will be held: July 23, 2015 6:30 […]
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It’s BACK! Join us for the 3rd Annual Yard Sale in support of the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life in Victoria! Donate your gently used household items and clothing, then join us for a barbeque and take something new to you home! All proceeds go towards the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life, which raises funds for the Vancouver Island PWA Society. Join the Facebook event page here Contact Sarah at sarah.wilson@vpwas.org or 250.382.7927 for drop-off information More information on the AIDS […]
Read more →Sensational headlines entice readers but too often tell an incomplete story that only serves to perpetuate negative stereotypes. This is frequently the case when people living with HIV navigate the criminal justice system in HIV non-disclosure cases only to see their faces splashed across media channels, adding to the public fear and stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. Most prosecutions are against men, but for women living with HIV, the very justice system that was set up to protect women by criminalizing […]
Read more →*important information* Hey lovely friends of mine who are crystal users: there have been a number of reports of a dangerous opioid (Fentanyl) being cut into crystal [and other drugs: heroin, crack/cocaine, oxys], resulting in numerous overdoses both here in Victoria and in Vancouver. Most folks who are using crystal wouldn’t expect Fentanyl, which is an extremely dangerous, toxic and powerful drug, so the danger for harm is even greater. First, get informed about drugs. Being informed is your greatest […]
Read more →Download the poster and share with your contacts: Men’s Journaling Group
Read more →Positive Living BC has published a resource for people living with HIV helping to talk to others about their HIV status. “Disclosure: Telling Someone you are Living with HIV” is based on the experiences of PLHIV and includes: BENEFITS & RISKS OF DISCLOSURE— Why disclose? Who needs to know? What could happen? PLANNING FOR DISCLOSURE— Am I ready? What do I say? When is a good time? PROVINCIAL RESOURCES— What else should I know? Who can help? Download the guide here: Disclosure: […]
Read more →Positive Women’s Support We offer a female identified space at VPWAS office between 3pm and 5pm on the 3rd Friday of every month. This month on Friday April 24. Peer support by, with and for women living with HIV and HCV creates an enabling environment for us to feel empowered and take control of our lives again after an HIV diagnosis. Shared experiences can address common concerns we may face, like stigma and disclosure. Personal support from another woman living with HIV can be uplifting, supportive […]
Read more →Syphilis … It’s making the rounds (yes, in Victoria! it’s more common than you might think) Across Canada, cities have seen a huge rise in syphilis over the past several years. In most cities gay and bisexual men have been hit hardest by it, and as many syphilis cases are among men who are HIV positive. Syphilis can easily be tested and treated if caught early enough. Poz guys look out! As a POZ guy your syphilis infection may take longer […]
Read more →FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 16, 2015 Expanded Services to Test People for Blood Borne Diseases VICTORIA – More prevention, testing and treatment services will be available for people throughout Island Health who are living with – or at risk for contracting – blood borne diseases such as HIV or AIDS. “I am pleased to see that Island Health is expanding these important services,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “The importance of reaching and engaging people in care is why we […]
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