THRIVE HIV
@thrivehiv.bsky.social
We provide HIV prevention and support to folks in Waterloo Region and Wellington County.
Today is the day! The Red Scarf Gala doors open at 7:00 PM.
⌚Time: 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 Location: @theunionkw, located at 124 Sydney Street South Kitchener.
🧣 Dress code: Red Tie (Optional)
Tickets will be available at the door for $35!
Here is a sneak peak of tonight's schedule and run-down:
⌚Time: 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 Location: @theunionkw, located at 124 Sydney Street South Kitchener.
🧣 Dress code: Red Tie (Optional)
Tickets will be available at the door for $35!
Here is a sneak peak of tonight's schedule and run-down:
November 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Today is the day! The Red Scarf Gala doors open at 7:00 PM.
⌚Time: 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 Location: @theunionkw, located at 124 Sydney Street South Kitchener.
🧣 Dress code: Red Tie (Optional)
Tickets will be available at the door for $35!
Here is a sneak peak of tonight's schedule and run-down:
⌚Time: 7 PM - 11 PM
📍 Location: @theunionkw, located at 124 Sydney Street South Kitchener.
🧣 Dress code: Red Tie (Optional)
Tickets will be available at the door for $35!
Here is a sneak peak of tonight's schedule and run-down:
Are you looking for a way to support THRIVE apart from attending the Red Scarf Gala? Online donations are a great option. Thrive HIV Prevention & Support is a registered charity and has a fundraising page on Canada Helps.
You can make a donation here:
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
You can make a donation here:
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
November 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Are you looking for a way to support THRIVE apart from attending the Red Scarf Gala? Online donations are a great option. Thrive HIV Prevention & Support is a registered charity and has a fundraising page on Canada Helps.
You can make a donation here:
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
You can make a donation here:
www.canadahelps.org/en/charities...
During the months of November and December, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community.
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
November 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
During the months of November and December, we will host various events aimed at raising awareness & funds to support people living with HIV in our community.
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
Explore related events here: www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr...!
#RedScarfProject2025 #WorldAIDSDay
Happy Halloweekend from our harm reduction team
Stay Safe, Don't Use Alone, and HAVE FUN!
Thank you @norscanadaofficial by helping our community stay safe
Stay Safe, Don't Use Alone, and HAVE FUN!
Thank you @norscanadaofficial by helping our community stay safe
October 31, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Happy Halloweekend from our harm reduction team
Stay Safe, Don't Use Alone, and HAVE FUN!
Thank you @norscanadaofficial by helping our community stay safe
Stay Safe, Don't Use Alone, and HAVE FUN!
Thank you @norscanadaofficial by helping our community stay safe
Thrive is thrilled to announce the details of our 3rd annual Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV!
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
October 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Thrive is thrilled to announce the details of our 3rd annual Red Scarf Gala! Experience the magic of community as we come together to celebrate and support people living with HIV!
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
To purchase tickets and find more information visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/thrive-hiv...
We at Thrive stand in solidarity with agencies & orgs across Waterloo Region working tirelessly 2 support uplift & protect 2SLGBTQ+ peoples in the face of these threats. Together we remain united in care resistance & pride.
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
October 23, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We at Thrive stand in solidarity with agencies & orgs across Waterloo Region working tirelessly 2 support uplift & protect 2SLGBTQ+ peoples in the face of these threats. Together we remain united in care resistance & pride.
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
#2SLGBTQ #HealthEquity #StopTheHate #CommunityCare #ThriveHIV
The Red Scarf Project is an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
October 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Red Scarf Project is an awareness-raising initiative in support of people living with HIV in Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
Email gbelcher@thrivehiv.ca or visit www.thrivehiv.ca/red-scarf-pr... to find out how you can be a part of our story.
Today, and all days, it is our responsibility to reflect on ongoing systems of oppression that continue to harm Indigenous people and take action in dismantling these systems.
September 30, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Today, and all days, it is our responsibility to reflect on ongoing systems of oppression that continue to harm Indigenous people and take action in dismantling these systems.
Due to the recent announcement from the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT), we wanted to share how WE have GROWN over the past 5 years & assure folks that we aren't facing the same struggles. #WereNotGoingAnywhere
#ThriveHIV #SocialServices #HIVSupport #NonProfitLife #WaterlooRegion #GuelphWellington
#ThriveHIV #SocialServices #HIVSupport #NonProfitLife #WaterlooRegion #GuelphWellington
September 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Due to the recent announcement from the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT), we wanted to share how WE have GROWN over the past 5 years & assure folks that we aren't facing the same struggles. #WereNotGoingAnywhere
#ThriveHIV #SocialServices #HIVSupport #NonProfitLife #WaterlooRegion #GuelphWellington
#ThriveHIV #SocialServices #HIVSupport #NonProfitLife #WaterlooRegion #GuelphWellington
You are invited!
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Guelph office TODAY from 3:00—5:00pm. Come for a delicious snack, a great conversation, and a moment to build new relationships!
Meet us at the office on 77 Westmount Road, Unit 104 (Across from the pharmacy). See you this afternoon!
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Guelph office TODAY from 3:00—5:00pm. Come for a delicious snack, a great conversation, and a moment to build new relationships!
Meet us at the office on 77 Westmount Road, Unit 104 (Across from the pharmacy). See you this afternoon!
September 18, 2025 at 3:45 PM
You are invited!
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Guelph office TODAY from 3:00—5:00pm. Come for a delicious snack, a great conversation, and a moment to build new relationships!
Meet us at the office on 77 Westmount Road, Unit 104 (Across from the pharmacy). See you this afternoon!
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Guelph office TODAY from 3:00—5:00pm. Come for a delicious snack, a great conversation, and a moment to build new relationships!
Meet us at the office on 77 Westmount Road, Unit 104 (Across from the pharmacy). See you this afternoon!
The injectable PrEP drug cabotegravir is now approved for use in Canada, and due to its long-acting formulation, it is given once every two months
Reach out to us or your PrEP provider to learn more about injectable PrEP or how to access it!
#injectableprep #prep #hiv #hivprevention #sexualhealth
Reach out to us or your PrEP provider to learn more about injectable PrEP or how to access it!
#injectableprep #prep #hiv #hivprevention #sexualhealth
September 3, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The injectable PrEP drug cabotegravir is now approved for use in Canada, and due to its long-acting formulation, it is given once every two months
Reach out to us or your PrEP provider to learn more about injectable PrEP or how to access it!
#injectableprep #prep #hiv #hivprevention #sexualhealth
Reach out to us or your PrEP provider to learn more about injectable PrEP or how to access it!
#injectableprep #prep #hiv #hivprevention #sexualhealth
Public Health Ontario reported 117 folks with confirmed cases of Mpox From January to July 2025, and is still mainly passed on through sexual contact. Completing a two-dose series of Mpox vaccination can reduce the risk of getting Mpox.
Need assistance or more info? Send us a message!
#MPOXVACCINE
Need assistance or more info? Send us a message!
#MPOXVACCINE
August 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Public Health Ontario reported 117 folks with confirmed cases of Mpox From January to July 2025, and is still mainly passed on through sexual contact. Completing a two-dose series of Mpox vaccination can reduce the risk of getting Mpox.
Need assistance or more info? Send us a message!
#MPOXVACCINE
Need assistance or more info? Send us a message!
#MPOXVACCINE
Join us next Thursday for our first agency BBQ as Thrive HIV Prevention & Support! Come celebrate our amazing volunteers and grab some free food while your at it.
Date: Thursday, August 21st
Time: 3 PM - 5 PM
Location: 5-1770 King St E, Kitchener (Thrive)
Open to everyone!
#thrivehiv #community
Date: Thursday, August 21st
Time: 3 PM - 5 PM
Location: 5-1770 King St E, Kitchener (Thrive)
Open to everyone!
#thrivehiv #community
August 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Join us next Thursday for our first agency BBQ as Thrive HIV Prevention & Support! Come celebrate our amazing volunteers and grab some free food while your at it.
Date: Thursday, August 21st
Time: 3 PM - 5 PM
Location: 5-1770 King St E, Kitchener (Thrive)
Open to everyone!
#thrivehiv #community
Date: Thursday, August 21st
Time: 3 PM - 5 PM
Location: 5-1770 King St E, Kitchener (Thrive)
Open to everyone!
#thrivehiv #community
We are excited to attend this harm reduction focused community event at Roos Island on Tuesday, August 12th for an evening of food, drinks, and chill vibes. Bring a chair/blankets & anything you would like share as we celebrate that Rest is Radical in the work that we do each day.
August 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
We are excited to attend this harm reduction focused community event at Roos Island on Tuesday, August 12th for an evening of food, drinks, and chill vibes. Bring a chair/blankets & anything you would like share as we celebrate that Rest is Radical in the work that we do each day.
All THRIVE locations will be closed on Monday, August 4th. Stay cool this long weekend & we will see you Tuesday, August 5th!
August 1, 2025 at 8:02 PM
All THRIVE locations will be closed on Monday, August 4th. Stay cool this long weekend & we will see you Tuesday, August 5th!
🌍 World Hepatitis Day – Guelph
📍 St. George’s Square | 🗓 Monday, July 28 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
Join us at Sanguen Health Centre's World Hepatitis Day in downtown Guelph for free hepatitis C testing, local art, music, and networking. #WorldHepatitisDay #GuelphEvents
📍 St. George’s Square | 🗓 Monday, July 28 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
Join us at Sanguen Health Centre's World Hepatitis Day in downtown Guelph for free hepatitis C testing, local art, music, and networking. #WorldHepatitisDay #GuelphEvents
July 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
🌍 World Hepatitis Day – Guelph
📍 St. George’s Square | 🗓 Monday, July 28 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
Join us at Sanguen Health Centre's World Hepatitis Day in downtown Guelph for free hepatitis C testing, local art, music, and networking. #WorldHepatitisDay #GuelphEvents
📍 St. George’s Square | 🗓 Monday, July 28 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
Join us at Sanguen Health Centre's World Hepatitis Day in downtown Guelph for free hepatitis C testing, local art, music, and networking. #WorldHepatitisDay #GuelphEvents
Join us at the Shelldale Community Center tomorrow for F.U.N Friday. Enjoy some treats, engage with local organizations, and foster connections within the community. #funfriday #Guelphevents #communityevents
July 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Join us at the Shelldale Community Center tomorrow for F.U.N Friday. Enjoy some treats, engage with local organizations, and foster connections within the community. #funfriday #Guelphevents #communityevents
Thank you Google for having your volunteers attend kit making! At THRIVE we love the chance to collaborate with our community and open space to talk about all things Harm Reduction.
If you would like to volunteer with us email info@thrivehiv.ca
Or check us out at www.thrivehiv.ca/volunteer-to...
If you would like to volunteer with us email info@thrivehiv.ca
Or check us out at www.thrivehiv.ca/volunteer-to...
July 17, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Thank you Google for having your volunteers attend kit making! At THRIVE we love the chance to collaborate with our community and open space to talk about all things Harm Reduction.
If you would like to volunteer with us email info@thrivehiv.ca
Or check us out at www.thrivehiv.ca/volunteer-to...
If you would like to volunteer with us email info@thrivehiv.ca
Or check us out at www.thrivehiv.ca/volunteer-to...
Today, during a heatwave, Cambridge bylaw and police used heavy machinery to throw out 4 unhoused peoples personal belongings. With no suitable shelter options, they face serious health risks. Evictions should be paused during extreme weather. Learn a better way: homelesshub.ca/book/office-...
July 15, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Today, during a heatwave, Cambridge bylaw and police used heavy machinery to throw out 4 unhoused peoples personal belongings. With no suitable shelter options, they face serious health risks. Evictions should be paused during extreme weather. Learn a better way: homelesshub.ca/book/office-...
Harm reduction and safe consumption sites do not enable addiction, they save lives and make communities safer. Needle return and collection services are available at HART Hubs but NOT needle distribution, putting lives at risk. www.ctvnews.ca/kitchener/ar...
Local organizations push province to allow safe needle distribution at HART Hubs
Hundreds of medical and legal experts have signed an open letter calling on the provincial government to allow the distribution of clean needles and syringes at HART Hubs.
www.ctvnews.ca
July 14, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Harm reduction and safe consumption sites do not enable addiction, they save lives and make communities safer. Needle return and collection services are available at HART Hubs but NOT needle distribution, putting lives at risk. www.ctvnews.ca/kitchener/ar...
All Thrive locations will be closed Thursday, July 10th for staff development. Regular hours will resume Friday, July 11th.
July 10, 2025 at 12:01 AM
All Thrive locations will be closed Thursday, July 10th for staff development. Regular hours will resume Friday, July 11th.
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💊 Pill fatigue can be a real challenge for people living with #HIV and those on PrEP.
📝 In a powerful new piece in @thebodydotcom.bsky.social , Jason Watler reflects on his experience and offers advice for others struggling with pill fatigue. zurl.co/w5k9Z
📝 In a powerful new piece in @thebodydotcom.bsky.social , Jason Watler reflects on his experience and offers advice for others struggling with pill fatigue. zurl.co/w5k9Z
thebody.com
zurl.co
May 21, 2025 at 1:05 PM
💊 Pill fatigue can be a real challenge for people living with #HIV and those on PrEP.
📝 In a powerful new piece in @thebodydotcom.bsky.social , Jason Watler reflects on his experience and offers advice for others struggling with pill fatigue. zurl.co/w5k9Z
📝 In a powerful new piece in @thebodydotcom.bsky.social , Jason Watler reflects on his experience and offers advice for others struggling with pill fatigue. zurl.co/w5k9Z
Saving Lives, Saving Costs. Community-based health services reduce the burden on our strained healthcare system. Swipe to learn more about their vital role in our community and begin your anti-stigma journey at www.antistigma.ca
Anti-Stigma Toolkit
Communication resources for health providers working with people who use drugs.
www.antistigma.ca
May 7, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Saving Lives, Saving Costs. Community-based health services reduce the burden on our strained healthcare system. Swipe to learn more about their vital role in our community and begin your anti-stigma journey at www.antistigma.ca
As we continue to fill gaps in public health measures aimed at the drug poisoning crisis, the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research provides a Safer Bathroom Toolkit with practical resources to improve how we respond to overdoses in these settings. #harmreduction
www.uvic.ca/research/cen...
www.uvic.ca/research/cen...
The Safer Bathroom Toolkit - University of Victoria
For questions about or feedback on this toolkit, email saferbathrooms@uvic.ca...
www.uvic.ca
April 23, 2025 at 4:51 PM
As we continue to fill gaps in public health measures aimed at the drug poisoning crisis, the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research provides a Safer Bathroom Toolkit with practical resources to improve how we respond to overdoses in these settings. #harmreduction
www.uvic.ca/research/cen...
www.uvic.ca/research/cen...
Reposted by THRIVE HIV
🗳️ Busting myths on voting in Canada
Did you know there’s no digital counting of ballots in Canada 🇨🇦, and you don’t need to bring your own pen to the polls? Get the full rundown on these and other myths at Elections Canada’s ElectoFacts:
👉 elections.ca/ElectoFacts www.elections.ca/content.aspx...
Did you know there’s no digital counting of ballots in Canada 🇨🇦, and you don’t need to bring your own pen to the polls? Get the full rundown on these and other myths at Elections Canada’s ElectoFacts:
👉 elections.ca/ElectoFacts www.elections.ca/content.aspx...
April 23, 2025 at 10:57 AM
🗳️ Busting myths on voting in Canada
Did you know there’s no digital counting of ballots in Canada 🇨🇦, and you don’t need to bring your own pen to the polls? Get the full rundown on these and other myths at Elections Canada’s ElectoFacts:
👉 elections.ca/ElectoFacts www.elections.ca/content.aspx...
Did you know there’s no digital counting of ballots in Canada 🇨🇦, and you don’t need to bring your own pen to the polls? Get the full rundown on these and other myths at Elections Canada’s ElectoFacts:
👉 elections.ca/ElectoFacts www.elections.ca/content.aspx...