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Positive Gathering is an annual conference developed for and by people living with HIV in BC. Conference activities include interactive workshops, guest speakers and a gala dinner. Where is the Positive Gathering held? Coast Plaza Hotel (1763 Comox Street, Vancouver) When is it happening? March 27-29, 2015 Workshop application deadline: February 12, 2015 Registration deadline: March 12, 2015 Application deadline for scholarships: February 12, 2015. Scholarships are awarded to PLHIV from outside of the Greater Vancouver area. What is included […]
Read more →We are excited to have as our neighbours HepCBC. HepCBC is a non-profit organization run by and for people infected and affected by hepatitis C, whose mission is to provide education, prevention and support to those living with HCV. OFFICE HOURS: For now, HepCBC’s new Victoria, BC office at 1139 Yates St. (Room #20) offers face-to-face meeting space with HCV+ volunteers. Open: Wednesdays (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm) Thursdays (9:30 am to 1:30 pm) Or by appointment HepCBC volunteers are […]
Read more →Just us Guys is a peer-facilitated, discussion based support group open to all self identified guys who are living with HIV/HCV Second Wednesday of each month at 1pm 101-1139 Yates Street Victoria, BC Tel: 250.382.7927 A chance to talk about what’s going on in your life and health. • Groups provide safe spaces in which members share information and provide mutual support • Topics of conversation differ by group but may include: responding to a new diagnosis, aging with HIV, developing […]
Read more →Condoms YYJ, a project of VPWAS, is pleased to offer safer sex supplies such as male and female condoms and lube to anyone in the Victoria area completely free of charge. We will not ask you any intrusive questions, we never expect payment, and there is no limit to the number of supplies that you can access (although larger orders may require additional processing and ordering time). Contact Condoms YYJ 101-1139 Yates Street Victoria, BC 250.382.7927
Read more →Notice of Annual General Meeting 2013 Notice is hereby given that the 2013 Annual General Meeting of the Vancouver Island Persons Living with HIV/AIDS Society (VPWAS) will be held: March 25, 2014 6:30 pm James Bay New Horizons Centre 234 Menzies Street, Victoria, BC The Annual General Meeting is open to all VPWAS members and community partners. Guest Speaker: Ashley Mollison – Community Organizer & Harm Reduction Worker Light snacks and refreshments will be served Contact: phone: 250.382.7927 e-mail: support@vpwas.org
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