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Dignity Seniors Society
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Dedicated to affecting systemic change that creates culturally appropriate services for 2SLGBTQIA+ Seniors in British Columbia
www.dignityseniors.org
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好运旺旺来! 🧧Gong Xi Fa Cai!🧧
Dignity Seniors Society wishes everyone happiness and prosperity in the coming year!
The #LunarNewYear celebration ushers in the Year of the Fire Horse, an energetic zodiac that only appears once every 60 years!
The Year of the Fire Horse starts on February 17th.
February 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Dignity Seniors Society is expanding its leadership & volunteer teams & we’re looking for people who care deeply about advocacy, equity, & community-building.
If you’re committed to supporting & uplifting
#2S/LGBTQIA+ #seniors & elders, please apply.
www.dignityseniors.org/opportunities
🏳️‍🌈💜🏳️‍⚧️ #YVR
February 16, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Sending love and light to our
#2S/LGBTQIA+ Olders and Elders!
🏳️‍🌈🫶🏳️‍⚧️
Poster courtesy of @nativenorthwest 🙏
#lgbtqseniors
February 14, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Dignity Seniors Society (BC) is shocked & deeply saddened by the tragic shooting in #TumblerRidge. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, first responders, & all those affected at this difficult time.
Support is available: Call 1-877-330-6366 or 988.
www.dignityseniors.org/news-dss/202...
February 12, 2026 at 6:23 PM
The unique needs of 2SLGBTQI individuals living with #dementia are often overlooked.
Use this resource to learn how to be an ally to #2SLGBTQI people living with dementia and to help change the way #2SLGBTQIA+ people with dementia are treated in #Canada.
Learn more at egale.ca/resources/#c...
February 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Today is the day!
AllTogether ECHO: Inclusive Pathways in LTC
Feb 10th, 12-1pm PST with #DignitySeniors Project Lead Labhrás Quigley.

This session shares lessons from the first year of a 2 year BC initiative led by DSS on more welcoming care pathways for #2SLGBTQIA+ people at the end of life.
February 10, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Pearls of Wisdom from “the CEO”… have a great week everyone!

#agingwithpride #dignityseniors #lgbtqiaplus
February 9, 2026 at 4:52 PM
A Message of Gratitude, Reflection, and Hope from Darren Usher, Chair of #dignityseniors who wishes to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve shared throughout 2025 and look ahead to the exciting possibilities that await us in 2026.
www.dignityseniors.org/news-dss/202...
#seniors
February 7, 2026 at 8:46 PM
“You left a mark on the world if you just get through it.” 🏳️‍🌈🖤⁠🏳️‍⚧️
This #2SLGBTQIA+ History Month & #BlackHistoryMonth, we remember the immortal words of Dorian Corey, (1937 – 1993) US drag performer & fashion designer. She appeared in Wigstock & the 1990 documentary Paris Is Burning.
🎥 @malikhahmed
February 5, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Feb. 10th, join Dignity Seniors Project Lead, Labhrás Quigley, who speaking at the AllTogether ECHO: Inclusive Pathways in LTC - Building Belonging for #2SLGBTQIA+ Older Adults in Care event.

The session shares lessons from the 1st year of a 2 year provincial initiative led by #DignitySeniors
February 4, 2026 at 2:22 PM
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🫶🏿 February is Black History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, contributions, and culture of Black people.
Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth in Vancouver by checking out and supporting these amazing black artists!
Thnx @do604 for this!

#blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter #queerfm
February 4, 2026 at 1:32 PM
February is Black #LGBTQIA+ History Month!
It is a time to showcase, honour & shine a well deserved spotlight on our queer black seniors who helped forge the rights our community has today.
It is time to appreciate & uplift the black LGBTQIA+ community members who enrich our rainbow family.
🏳️‍🌈🖤✊🏾🏳️‍⚧️
February 2, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Volunteer to support #2SLGBTQIA+ Seniors!
By providing resources and support, together we can help combat isolation, celebrate rich histories and create a more inclusive where voices, experiences and identities are honoured and valued.
VOLUNTEER link here!
www.dignityseniors.org/opportunities
February 1, 2026 at 7:26 PM
A Message of Gratitude, Reflection, and Hope from Darren Usher, Chair of #DignitySeniors who wishes to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve shared throughout 2025 and look ahead to the exciting possibilities that await us in 2026. #lgbtqia
www.dignityseniors.org/news-dss/202...
January 31, 2026 at 3:53 PM
AllTogether ECHO: Inclusive Pathways in LTC - Building Belonging for #2SLGBTQIA+ Older Adults in Care
Feb. 10th, 12-1pm PST with Dignity Seniors, Labhrás Quigley.
Sharing insight from year one of Prov. initiative led by Dignity to create welcoming care pathways for 2SLGBTQIA+ people at end of life.
January 29, 2026 at 4:06 PM
The next Saige Community Food Share #2SLGBTQIA+ #Seniors and Elders Community Kitchen is this weekend! 🥙🏳️‍🌈🥗🏳️‍⚧️
Learn to cook healthy foods on a budget, socialize & share a meal! This is a FREE event.
Jan 31st • 4:30pm-6:30pm.
📍: 800 East Broadway, #Vancouver
Info: ryan@saigecommunityfoodbank.com
January 28, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The future is inclusive! EGALE CANADA resources and research will provide you and the communities you support with the most reliable and up-to-date tools and information to help improve the lives of #2SLGBTQIA
people in #Canada and around the world.
Access their resources today at egale.ca/resources
January 27, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Join Queer Momentum’s Winter Webinars: Power-Up Your Advocacy!
#QueerMomentum helps power-up #2SLGBTQIA+ advocates and allies with training on effective advocacy, movement-building and community organizing. These sessions are free, visit www.QueerMomentum.ca/training to register.
January 26, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Subscribe to our #DignitySeniors newsletters!
See what’s going on at DSS, learn the latest news on #2SLGBTQIA+ seniors issues in B.C., and connect with opportunities to get involved in your community.
4 times a year and we always respect your privacy.
Visit here: dignityseniors.org/news
January 24, 2026 at 6:31 PM
The Queer, Wise, and Inquisitive Collective (QWIC) is a weekly discussion & dinner for #2S/LGBTQIA+ people age 55+.
Join us in-person at 1101 Seymour St. in #Vancouver from 5:30-7:30pm on Tuesdays in Feb & March. Register online at www.RibbonCommunity.org/QWIC or via contacts below.
January 22, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Today’s the day! QMUNITY has a FREE lunch program for 55+ #Seniors in #Vancouver!
Join them for complimentary lunch every Wednesday at Gordon Neighbourhood House (1019 Broughton St).
Wednesdays⁠ • 12 noon - 1PM⁠
Contact Courtney to RSVP: seniors@qmunity.ca
January 21, 2026 at 2:45 PM
FREE info session Jan 20th!
Curious about how you can get active and connected, for health?
Learn more about this new 3 month health and mobility program for #seniors 55+. 💪
Join the South Granville Seniors Centre for the #ChoosetoMove Info session, details below!
#VancouverSeniors
January 20, 2026 at 3:25 PM
All #2S/LGBTQIA+ Olders and Elders deserve fulfilling and dignified later years.
#DignitySeniors Society is dedicated to affecting systemic change that creates culturally appropriate services for
2S/LGBTQIA+ #seniors.
Visit our website to learn more: www.dignityseniors.org
January 19, 2026 at 4:35 PM
🌈 Find #Trans Lunch Club each Tuesday at Ribbon Community in #Vancouver. This is a dedicated space for Two-Spirit, trans, gender diverse, and non binary sex workers that has been hosted by the PACE Society for many years.
#transseniors #genderdiverseseniors #dignityseniors
January 17, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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Community-led research project is looking for participants to learn valuable new skills w/o seniors & network over free meals!
Welcome to QWIC! (Queer, Wise, & Inquisitive Collective: A new research training program open to all
#2S/LGBTQIA+ adults aged 55+. 🏳️‍🌈📝🏳️‍⚧️
Info: www.ribboncommunity.org/qwic
January 6, 2026 at 3:58 PM