2016-2017 LOUD Business Directory

2016–17 LOUD BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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For more information about joining LOUD Business (an initiative of the Gay & Lesbian Association of British Columbia), please contact: LOUD Business c/o The Gay & Lesbian Business Association of BC #247–280 Nelson Street Vancouver, BC V6B 2E2 T: 604.739.4522 Email: admin@loudbusiness.com Web: loudbusiness.com

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Message from the LOUD Board

Photo: Jason Husmillo Art and Design © 2015

Welcome to the 2016/17 LOUD Business Directory 2015 was an exciting year, wasn’t it? It certainly was for LOUD. As you know, LOUD is an acronym for Leadership, Opportunity, Unity and Diversity and LOUD Business is founded on three pillars: Networking, Community & Philanthropy. These principles guide all of our activities and unite our members. They are simple principles, but meaningful ones.

This year was exciting because it marked a palpable, renewed dynamism in our association. We expanded the scope of our current activities and created new initiatives for all of our members, facilitating connections between business, social profit organisations and individuals. We nurtured relationships outside the province by joining the Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, and by attending events and conferences with our friends at the Western Business Alliance which unites LGBTQ+ Chambers down the Pacific coast of the US. Locally, LOUD Lunches and Mini Expos, one of our most popular events, allowed

members, guests and community partners to learn about each other and forge partnerships. LOUD Lounge, our post-work gathering, attracted growing numbers throughout the year and continues to present an opportunity to discover new member venues, to reconnect with old friends and to make new ones. LOUD Breakfast is also back and rounds up our networking offerings nicely for the early birds amongst us. With regular meetings at all times of the day, there is simply no excuse to miss out on growing your network of allies and friends.

We wouldn’t be LOUD if there wasn’t some fun involved, so this was also a year of celebration. Throughout the summer we took part in Pride festivities in Vancouver, New Westminster, Surrey and the Fraser Valley, increasing our visibility throughout the province and creating new alliances within those dynamic communities. In December we held our annual holiday party, drawing crowds to the Olympic 5

Message from the LOUD board Village to mix and mingle. In July, we held our AGM at the Fish House in Stanley Park.

The number of members in attendance was inspiring and we were honoured to share our achievements from the previous year and look to a promising future. The fantastic spread put on by the restaurant also contributed to our enthusiasm, as it showcased the quality offerings in our membership.

The annual LOUD Gala was held this summer in Gastown and we were delighted to present a record number of scholarships to awe-inspiring individuals from across the province. Our LOUD Scholarships, PRIDE YOUTH Scholarships and the Jim Deva Memorial Fund are made possible by the continued generosity of individuals, associations and businesses in our community. We are grateful and humbled to see Jim Deva’s legacy live on in these awards to help voice the importance our emerging leaders have to our community as a whole.

Every year, LOUD stands for Leadership, Opportunity, Unity and Diversity. That means celebrating our difference as well as the values that unite us. It means supporting our emerging leaders and embracing our elders.

It means valuing community as an essential component to business success. It means connecting, sharing and building ties with each other so we can be better, stronger and louder together. We hope you’ll join us in pursuing that vision in 2016 and beyond.

Photo: Graham Spence Photography

Photo: Graham Spence Photography

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2016-2017 Executive Bios RYAN MCKINLEY

Vancity — Director & Co-Chair Ryan has been with Vancity for over seven years and a member of LOUD Business for a majority of that time. He has held a myriad of positions throughout the organization and has learned what it means to run a business that’s also accountable to a membership base. From Vancity, he brings to LOUD Business his experience in sales, finance, and community leadership.

He and his partner also recently launched PINQ.ca. It’s a lifestyle website that focuses exclusively on the GLBT community. Through PINQ.ca he has gained both entrepreneurial experience and a greater sense of the power of online media. PINQ.ca partners with many organizations in the GLBT community and Ryan has had the good fortune to witness all of the extraordinary work that they do.

ISABELLE SWIDERSKI

Seven25. Design & Typography — Director & Co-Chair Isabelle is founder and creative director of Seven25. Design & Typography., a branding consultancy that focuses on not-for-profit and social profit organizations. Isabelle honed her practice in France and England. Prior to starting Seven25 she worked at Rethink, one of Canada’s top ad agencies.

Isabelle holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Design from the Royal College of Art and is a sessional lecturer at Emily Carr University. Volunteering for LOUD Business gives her the opportunity to practice what she preaches: findings synergies between business and social profit entities for everyone’s benefit.

GRAEME BOYD

Emanation/Budgethotels.com — Director Graeme is an online marketing consultant and co-owner of the travel website Budgethotels.com. He founded his company after a 16 year career in marketing, first in book-selling and later with French oil company TOTAL. Graeme’s business philosophy is to apply traditional, proven marketing skills and techniques to new media. As he says, “The magic is in the marketing, not the technology”.

When he arrived in Vancouver as a new immigrant in 2010 Graeme sought out the support and networking structure of the GLBA to help establish his business. Now as a director of LOUD he is passionate about strengthening and extending LOUD’s activities in Vancouver and beyond to ensure opportunities and support for business-minded individuals in our community.

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2016-2017 Executive Bios DANIELLE JARVIS

JarvisLegal Law Corporation — Director Danielle is a lawyer in Vancouver with her own firm, JarvisLegal Law Corporation, www.jarvislegal.ca, and practices primarily in the areas of business law, real estate, wills and estates and First Nations law. Prior to starting her own firm, Danielle was a corporate/commercial lawyer at Davis LLP from 2007 to 2012.

Originally from Alberta, Danielle obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree in 2007 from Queen’s University and in the spring of 2005 studied International Business Law at Queen’s International Study Centre, located at Herstmonceaux Castle in Southern England. In the spring of 2007 Danielle interned with the Department of Foreign Affairs at the Mission of Canada to the European Union in Brussels, Belgium, working in the trade department and covering environmental issues. Before embarking on a legal career Danielle spent a year teaching ESL in Pusan, South Korea, spent many months backpacking around the world and was involved in a number of entrepreneurial ventures, including owning and operating a tour company and working as a computer consultant.

BLAIR SMITH

REALTOR® Royal LePage Sussex Vancouver — Director Blair was born in small town BC, the eldest of 3 boys. He was naturally curious, and encouraged to be an entrepreneur and philanthropist from a very young age. He loved the independence that earning money created. His early fundraising helped those less fortunate believing that life is a team effort.

Victoria High School taught him that adversity builds character, and he was a character all right, coming out loud & proud in that 1975 way.

Blair was first licensed as a Realtor® in Toronto in 1981 where he lived for 3 short years, moving to Vancouver in 1982 missing the ocean, the mountains and extended family. His other career paths in hospitality and the flooring industry took him to both White Rock and Whistler. Gaining experience in life as well as retail, construction, marketing and management, Blair finally returned to his love of real estate in Vancouver.

Blair’s clients are always amazed at the depth of his knowledge, attention to detail, and his passion for people. Blair is always amazed at how lessons learned during childhood permeate everyday life as an adult. Please consider joining him in support of the LOUD Scholarship Foundation.

CRAIG WECKERLE

Vogue Painting — Director Craig is the owner/operator of an interior/exterior painting company. Originally from Williams Lake, BC, Craig got his start in painting while studying business at university as a way to pay for school.

He ran a successful summer painting business for 5 summers while completing his Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from SFU. After completing his degree in 2009 he bought another painting company and has been running it full-time since then. Craig enjoys a good night out on the town and is always game to try a new restaurant or lounge.

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Vision, Mission and Mandate OUR VISION (where we are headed) We strive to be the go-to organization for gay and lesbian consumers looking for products and services. We are where community meets commerce.

OUR MISSION (who we are) We are an association of professional and ethical businesses that support the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community with products and services.

OUR MANDATE (what we do) We increase the revenue and reach of our members while working to reduce the operating costs of their businesses.

We achieve our mandate through our activities such as: • Networking opportunities • Increased Visibility • Education • Increased referrals/business • Member discounts OUR VALUES We rest on three pillars of Networking, Community and Philanthropy to facilitate dialogue and collaboration between business and community organisations.

We’re better together.

Membership Benefits We are a group of professionals and entrepreneurs who come together for the purpose of marketing our products and services both within the LGBTQ+ community and to the broader community at large.

LOUD Business has three mandates to fulfil: We strive to increase the Revenue of our members, increase Referrals to member businesses and Reduce operating costs through member to member benefits. We also provide scholarships for youth who have demonstrated community leadership through our LOUD Foundation.

Membership in LOUD Business is an investment in the future of your business and a commitment to take full advantage of the resources that the LOUD Business provides. It is also a powerful tool for business owners and managers to reach a broader market, increase their customer base and grow their businesses.

Membership includes access to: No secret handshake required • Online LOUD Business member business listings • A free listing and discounted advertising rates in the LOUD Business printed and

online business directories • The opportunity to run for a vacant seat on the LOUD Business’s Board of Directors • Use of the LOUD Business button logo • Mini Expo held in Spring and Fall • Social networking promotion via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn • Features on our Facebook Page • Breakfast Networking Group Monthly • Frequent Friday Lunches • Member-to-Member Benefits • Sponsorship opportunities For more information about group benefits, please contact the LOUD Business administrative office at: LOUD Business c/o The Gay & Lesbian Business Association of BC #247-280 Nelson Street Vancouver, BC V6B 2E2 T: 604.739.4522 Email: admin@loudbusiness.com Web: loudbusiness.com *Note: To apply for these benefits you must be a LOUD Business member.

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2016-2017 Business Listings ACCOUNTANTS & BOOKKEEPERS DAVID R MOORHOUSE INC — CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT David R Moorhouse, CA david604@hotmail.com 204-1810 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1B3 604.689.5107

Providing professional services for individuals and small businesses since 1975. Founding member of the GLBA. “Your success is my bottom line.”

FELICITY WEBB, CGA Felicity Webb felicity@felicitywebb.ca 610-1125 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K8 604.721.7537 www.felicitywebb.ca

Accounting and taxation services for businesses and individuals by appointment.

RODNEY W. MCNEIL PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Rod McNeil rodney@rwmcga.com 1500-885 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E8 778.552.0229 www.rwmcga.com

Tax, Accounting and Business Consulting Services. I am a proud member of the GLBT community myself and looking forward to building new relationships with the businesses and members of it. I believe in supporting business within our own community where ever possible and supporting one another. I believe in going that extra mile to help my clients succeed.

It has been a mission of mine to ensure people are getting the proper advice they should be receiving and to help people in avoiding costly mistakes by ensuring they are doing things correctly. I welcome you to read more about me and to view in more depth the services I offer on my website.

SCHINDLER & COMPANY, CGA Jennifer Schindler jennifer@schindlercga.com #1070-1200 West 73rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G5 604.215.8872

We are a full service CGA firm located in Marpole.

From bookkeeping to year ends to corporate and personal tax planning and tax returns, please come see us for all of your accounting and income tax needs!!

ART & GALLERIES DOUGLAS REYNOLDS GALLERY Douglas Reynolds info@douglasreynoldsgallery.com 2335 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3G4 604.341.3694 www.douglasreynoldsgallery.com

Douglas Reynolds Gallery was established in 1995, and is located in Vancouver on Granville Street

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between 7th and 8th Avenues in the South Granville gallery district. We specialize in historic and contemporary Northwest Coast native art. The gallery showcases museum quality pieces which make use of contemporary media such as resin, bronze, glass and aluminum. Works include masks, totem poles, bentwood boxes, sculpture, gold and silver jewelry, and early historic objects.

Director & owner Douglas Reynolds has over twenty years of experience dealing with Northwest Coastal native art. The gallery offers pieces by well-known artists such as Bill Reid, Robert Davidson, Jim Hart, Don Yeomans, Beau Dick and Klatle-bhi, while also supporting emerging artists such as Jay Simeon, Phil Gray, David R. Boxley, Alano Edzerza and Marcus Alfred. Works by these artists can be found in museums and private collections worldwide. We pride ourselves on a unique collection of works, and friendly knowledgeable consultants and staff.

INDIAN ART FROM THE EDGE Marylee Stephenson artfromedge@uniserve.com 105-510 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2L9 778.846.3554 www.indianartfromtheedge.com

Marylee Stephenson, M.A., Ph.D., is owner/curator of Indian Art From The Edge, an online gallery of art works by Aboriginal artists, mostly from the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. Original paintings, carvings, beadwork, limited edition prints.

For corporate, individual, gifts, celebrations. Also, have Ph.D. in Sociology and 25 years experience as program evaluator and social policy analyst (www. csresors.com). Am an active story-teller and standup comic, and author of Guidebook To The Galapagos Islands (Mountaineers Books, Seattle).

JASON HUSMILLO ART AND DESIGN Jason Husmillo jasonhusmillo@gmail.com 506-1238 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 3N9 778.772.5959 www.jasonhusmillo.com

Jason Husmillo is a working artist in many mediums: painting, photography, sculpture and digital art. He actively involves himself in art festivals: the Eastside Culture Crawl, the Main Street Drift and many others. Jason donates regularly to fundraisers for non-profit organizations: L’Arche Foundation, the Loving Spoonful Organization, the Richmond AIDS Society, Saige Community Food Bank and the former Shooting Stars Foundation.

THE SECRET LOVE LETTERS OF SAINT PAUL Bernard Callahan brncllhn@yahoo.ca 2053 Graveley Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 3B6 778.887.0328 www.secretlovelettersofsaintpaul.com

Bern Callahan is a new, though not young, novelist.

2016-2017 Business Listings AUTO SALES & LEASING

654 Derwent Way, Delta, BC V3M 5P3 604.521.0834 www.autoartvancouver.com

AFFINITY AUTO

Auto Body Shop specializing in complete Collision, Frame, Painting, and Detailing Services.

Vendor for ICBC and Private insurers. Visit us at autoartvancouver.com

Martin Spencer mspencer@affinityauto.com 1918 Fir Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 5E2 604.730.1001 www.affinityauto.com

We are Vancouver’s leading luxury and performance vehicle dealership, specializing in new and late model import vehicles. We have been active members and supporters of the GLBTQ community since 2001.

EMPOWER LEASE CORP.

KEN POULIN – THE TRADEMARK GUY AT KENNETH BRADLEY TRADEMARK SERVICES Ken Poulin ken@kennethbradleytm.com 1302-1323 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5T1 604.696.0368 www.kennethbradleytm.com

David Hatlelid info@empowerlease.ca 1300-1500 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2Z6 604.739.2555 www.empowerlease.ca

Whether you are looking to lease, finance, or purchase, we can help you find the perfect vehicle to match your needs and budget!

AUTO SERVICES & REPAIRS AUTO ART COLLISION AND PAINTING SERVICES Helen Gardener helen@autoartvancouver.com

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BUSINESS SERVICES

Mark Hammer, PREC

Kenneth Bradley Trademark Services is a Vancouver consulting firm that assists business owners with trademark protection. Startups, small businesses and entrepreneurs all have trademarks—whether they be a unique brand name, a creative logo or a memorable tagline. Your trademarks create the emotional connection between you and your customer and set you apart from your competitors, making them a valuable business asset. That is why we are passionate about trademark protection. The owner, Ken Poulin, is a trademark professional certified by the government for his expertise in trademark practice. Trust us to manage your trademarks in Canada and worldwide.

Call for a friendly, free consultation!

Kathryn Watkinson, PREC

Philip Watkinson, PREC

VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS

604.808.3614 info@hammerwatkinson.com www.hammerwatkinson.com Serving the community for 22 years Re/Max Crest Realty (Westside)

Call for a no obligation consultation to talk about your real estate needs.

Complimentary: • Home Evaluations • Buyer Consultations • Relocation Information

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2016-2017 Business Listings SHAKE IT UP! BUSINESS SOLUTIONS Abigail Shakespeare abigail@shakeitupsolutions.com 306-33165 2nd Avenue, Mission, BC V2V 6T8 778.998.8766 www.shakeitupsolutions.com

Shake It Up! Business Solutions is a professional business support company with a focus on troubleshooting problems that clients may have in their business. The goal is to meet with clients, identify where they may be having issues and figure out out-of-the-box solutions to help them ”Shake It Up!” We provide services mostly to micro- and small- businesses with an emphasis on administrative support, social media marketing, corporate event planning and project management. With a team comprised of awesome individuals with very different passions and talents, there is always someone around who excels in areas of interests to our clients.

CATERING THE LAZY GOURMET Kevin Mazzone kevin@lazygourmet.ca 1605 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1N5 604.734.2507 www.lazygourmet.ca

Specializing in truly exquisite hospitality while showcasing the finest in local ingredients and

outstanding quality, The Lazy Gourmet strives to be Vancouver’s premier catering and event company.

Our services encompass everything from morning baking for 10 to fully produced sit down dinners for 800. Quality ingredients, sustainability and the highest level of service have been ingrained in the DNA of the company since 1979 when owner Susan Mendelson opened its doors as Vancouver’s first catering company.

CHIROPRACTORS VANCOUVER’S PEDIATRIC & FAMILY WELLNESS CHIROPRACTOR Sabrina Chen-See drchensee@gmail.com 1110-750 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1H1 604.566.9088 www.drchensee.com

Loving chiropractic care where the patients are recognized and treated as individuals. Dr. Sabrina Chen-See provides personalized, hands-on care for patients seeking help with difficult cases and for those who desire optimum health and well-being.

Features include on-site digital x-ray, convenient hours and location. Dr. Chen-See is featured in Vancouver’s Profiles of Excellence in Health Care as BC’s only chiropractor who is Board Certified in the Atlas Orthogonal Technique, certified in Chiropractic Pediatrics and trained in Sacral Occipital Technique.

“I love seeing people break through their health limitations!”

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2016-2017 Business Listings COACHING CHRISTOPHER NEEP & ASSOCIATES Chris Neep chris@neep.ca PH7-1333 Winter Street, White Rock, BC V4B 3Y2 604.417.4710

A coach without the bullshit. What that means is we skip over the fluff and get straight to the core. It’s more like life and work collaboration. We deal with the tough stuff straight on to get you over that wall.

One on one or in a group setting we cover the basics of getting out of your own way to mastering building business by referral. Don’t wait any longer, now is the time to build the life you choose.

“There’s ALWAYS more and you can have it. For real.”

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Supporting people achieve excellence in their professional and personal lives.

I’m an experienced management consultant, leadership and career coach with the skills, insight and background to support both your personal and professional growth.

STOP WONDERING IF THERE’S MORE (THERE IS!) AND GO GET IT! Waiting and wondering is “fine”, but who wants “fine” when you can have FABULOUS?

RESULTS OR REASONS – DEBORAH BOSE

I consult to and coach clients who are leaders and owners of small businesses in the corporate and not-for-profit sectors. I support you in building your business capacity and performance through developing your leadership strength, building high performing teams, supporting you with business planning and implementing changes to capture new opportunities in a seamless, practical and cost effective manner.

Deborah Bose dbose@me.com 577-1027 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L2 www.ResultsOrReasons.com

GINA BEST: EMPOWERING BUSINESS COACH, SPEAKER & NO SHIT TAKER

Lose weight with our Weight Loss Without Dieting program or become a non-smoker with our Quit Smoking in 60 program.

Gina Best gina@mawest.ca 310-328 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1K6 www.gina.best

Through Integrative Coaching, our clients make changes quickly and easily. We guide your transformation help you get rid of blocks, set higher goals and show you how to achieve them.

Offer for LOUD members: one add-on session to a paid program.

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2016-2017 Business Listings CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS MAISON D’ETRE DESIGN-BUILD INC. Robert Capar rob@maisondetre.ca 118 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1C2 604.484.4030 www.maisondetre.ca

Maison d’etre is a boutique-style Vancouver renovation company offering custom design-build services. As an award winning specialist in condo renovations, maison strives to provide designs that reflect the homeowner’s individuality and character while enhancing property values and marketability.

We are a full service company providing, design, permits and construction.

CONSULTANTS GREENAWAY CONSULTING SERVICES LTD. Carol Greenaway carol@carolgreenaway.com 705 Union Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 2C3 778.987.6477 www.carolgreenaway.com

Carol works with women business owners who want to create meaningful work that’s profitable too. You know, on average, over a lifetime, a woman makes a million dollars less than a man. And women try to

make up that difference by working harder, putting in longer hours, trying to do it better. Which leaves them feeling frazzled, exhausted, and discouraged. I teach them to use mindfulness, create a plan for positive change, and then implement it. And in the end they have a sense of peace about money and their businesses are more profitable too.

COUNSELLORS & PSYCHOLOGISTS AH-HA! COUNSELLING & CONSULTING Al Zwiers al@ah-ha.ca 211-1118 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6L5 604.537.0130 www.ah-ha.ca

Al Zwiers, MSW, RSW, offers engaging and mindful client-centred counselling with a focus on the LGBTQ2S communities. Al brings extensive clinical experience in substance use and addictions, compulsive behaviours, healthy sexuality and kink, relationships and communication, coming out and self-worth, gender identity and transitioning, grief and loss, and depression and anxiety. Al offers a free 20 minute phone consultation, and evening and weekend appointments are available. Al helps you find answers that are right for you.

ANTONIUK COUNSELLING OF THE FRASER VALLEY Tricia Antoniuk, MSW, RSW tricia@antoniukcounselling.ca 104-23343 Mavis Avenue, PO Box 197, Fort Langley, BC V1M 2R5 778.378.2633 www.antoniukcounselling.ca

I have a special focus and passion for LGBTQ concerns: coming out, trauma & abuse, relationship issues, depression and anxiety. Counselling gives you tools to help you open up to new possibilities in your life. Counselling also provides a safe place to explore your fears so you can find some solid ground on which to stand. It’s time to feel better about yourself and your relationships. Call for a free and confidential 15-minute phone consultation.

BC SOCIETY FOR MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE

Al Zwiers,

MSW, RSW

Addictions, Sexuality, Relationships, Gender, Trauma, Shame Helping you find the answers within.

604.537.0130 • www.ah-ha.ca 211-1118 Homer Street 14

Don Wright, M.Ed. director@bc-malssurvivors.com 3126 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H3 604.682.6482 www.bc-malesurvivors.com

Provides individual and group therapy & victim services for male & transgendered survivors of childhood sexual abuse or recent sexual assault, as well as support for their partners. We will also see men who are victims of gay bashing or physical assault by a partner.

2016-2017 Business Listings CHRISTIE LITTLE COUNSELLING — HONEY + GARLIC HEALTH STUDIO Christie Little christie.little@honeyandgarlic.ca 3205 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 4B8 604.879.5023 www.honeyandgarlic.ca I am a queer-identified Registered Clinical Counsellor born and raised in East Vancouver who has worked in counselling, mental health, education and social services for 15 years. I create a warm, authentic, and safe space for my clients. I support clients in their goals to reduce stress, increase balance and connection with others, and know their strengths and resilience. I also help those looking to embark upon personal exploration and growth and who are interested in creating change in their lives. I tailor my approach to each person, couple, or family, based on their unique needs and empower people to see their strengths and resilience. Clients tell me I am respectful, compassionate and trustworthy and that I collaborate with them as experts in their own lives.

An experienced mindfulness-based therapist, I offer supportive, insightful psychotherapy and effective strategies. Additional Offices in North and West Vancouver.

JERICHO COUNSELLING Dawn Schooler, M.A., R.C.C. info@jerichocounselling.com 302-805 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K1 604.434.5727 www.JerichoCounselling.com

Experienced Registered Clinical Counsellors and Certified Canadian Counsellors with office locations at 4720 Kingsway in Burnaby, 510 Burrard Street and 805 W. Broadway in Vancouver. Jericho offers all new clients a Free 30 minutes Consultation.

JOE RAMIREZ INTEGRAL COUNSELLING

DR JENNIFER RODRIGUES

Joe Ramirez, MCP, CAC, CCC Joe@Joe-Ramirez.com 415-470 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5 778.227.9423 www.Joe-Ramirez.com

Jennifer Rodrigues info@jennifer-rodrigues.com 206-4545 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6R 4N2 604.729.4129 www.jennifer-rodrigues.com

Joe Ramirez provides short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy to men, women, trans individuals, parents, and allies. He works with individuals and relationships with regards the concerns holding them back from living a more attuned life style, and is specialized in the areas of:

You can live the life you wish. I will help you meet the challenge of changing unhelpful patterns and resolving emotional distress or relational conflicts.

• Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Symptoms

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• Latin-Canadian Cross Cultural Relationships and Identity

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2016-2017 Business Listings • Sexual Identity (LGBTQ), Gay Relationships and Family Support Client goals for seeking counselling may include anxiety/anger, burnout, abandonment/ discouragement, meaning, life stages, sex addiction, and/or relationship separation/communication.

Sometimes what is needed is just a time and space to be one’s self and breathe—without judgment.

Joe Ramirez is a certified Adlerian psychotherapist and member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. His intervention focuses on core concerns effecting: work, community, sex, relationships, identity, and spirituality/values. Other interventions include, Gestalt, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Art Therapy, Dream Analysis, Mindfulness and Meditation, Gottman Sound Relationship theory. In short, Joe’s primary concern is what matters to you.

and bullying complaints, human rights and discrimination, sensitivity training, rehabilitation of bullies and community and family dispute resolution.

Gay and lesbian couples counselling.

TURNING POINT THERAPY Delyse Ledgard delyseturningpoint@gmail.com 402 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1T6 604.329.6006 www.counselling-vancouver.com

Established practice in downtown Vancouver with expertise in the treatment of trauma. Specializing in psychological trauma, PTSD, childhood abuse, dissociative struggles, depression and anxiety and borderline personality disorder.

An approach that is:

If anything described here rings true for you, then it is time to call for an appointment. Located in downtown Vancouver, his private practice is easily accessible via transit and SkyTrain.

Embodied – works with the body and being centered in the body.

THE NEUTRAL ZONE COACHING & CONSULTING SERVICES INC.

Holistic – Integration of experience involves thoughts, sensation, emotion, movement and meaning in the here and now.

Roy Johnson, MA, CCR, CHRP rjohnson@theneutralzone.ca 1500-800 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2V6 604.656.2135| www.theneutralzone.ca

Experiential – encourages awareness of experience.

We can only know what is meaningful to us through our own experience.

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Collaborative – seeks invite, involve and follow client’s participation.

Non-pathologizing – seeks to support and cultivate life giving forces within the client.

2016-2017 Business Listings DENTIST

ENTERTAINMENT

AARM DENTAL GROUP ON BEACH

CHEAP AND CHEERFUL

Jim Armstrong aarmb@telus.net 112-1000 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6E4M9 604.683.5530 www.aarm-dental.com

Ron Wilson ronaldkwilson52@gmail.com 1801-1438 Richards Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B8 604.842.0750 www.cheapandcheerful.ca

“Voted #1 Dentist/Dental Clinic Best of Vancouver 8 Years in a Row!! Aarm Dental Group has 9 Locations:

I live by the belief that life is far too short to drink bad wine! I’m a Broadcaster/Journalist who’s made the transition to new media. CheapandCheerful.ca is a full service wine website with more than 100 reviews of affordable wines plus I provide consulting for wine events. I can work with you to deliver a terrific wine experience regardless of budget. Whether it’s a reception, party or client event, Cheapandcheerful. ca will make sure the wine you pour will exceed expectations. Your party/event deserves the best and I’ll deliver!

• Aarm Dental Group on Beach 604-683-5530 • Aarm Dental Group at BC Place 604-689-0965 • Aarm Dental Group on Cambie 604-684-0224 • Aarm Dental Group at Coal Harbour 604-688-2354 • Aarm Dental Group on Denman 604-647-0006

DJ KRISTA – PARTY AND WEDDING DJ SERVICES

• Aarm Dental Group on Hornby 604-681-8530

Krista McMillan djkristamcmillan@gmail.com 3631 Franklin Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 3Y1 778.878.3390 www.djkrista.ca

• Aarm Dental Group in Yaletown 604-629-0386 • Aarm Dental Group in Squamish 1-877-898-4318

DJ Krista is Vancouver’s wedding and events DJ, spinning tunes that’ll keep you dancing all night long. With over 15,000 songs at her disposal—a selection that spans every decade—music requests

• Aarm Dental Group in Whistler 1-888-966-0599”

9 Aarm Locations to serve you…

Voted #1 Dental Clinic DT/West End/Yaletown

on Beach

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on Cambie at Coal Harbour on Denman at Hornby in Yaletown on Seymour

2180 Cambie St. 1560 Coal Harbour Quay

604-684-0224 604-688-2354

917 Denman St. 1270 Hornby St. 1156 Pacific Blvd.

993 Seymour St.

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in Whistler Village 12-4122 Village Green We Do Not Charge Above BCDA Fee Guide Prices

We Accept Most Major Dental Insurance Plans

Voted #1 Dental Clinic 10 Years in a Row!

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Emergency & New Patients Welcome

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2016-2017 Business Listings are welcome & encouraged! As a Vancouver local, Commercial Drive lover and avid Orange is the New Black watcher, she prides herself on providing memorable experiences for every party!

Find her on Twitter: @dj_krista and Instagram: @ djkristam

TUCK ENTERTAINMENT INC. Drew Binette drewbinette@tuckentertainment.com 904-1238 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3E1 604.418.6777 www.tuckentertainment.com

Tuck Entertainment Inc. provides a one-stop shop to the most amazing drag queens located in Vancouver, BC Canada. Tuck Entertainment’s Drag Queens will entertain you at private parties, corporate functions, fashion events, nightclubs, casinos, cruise ships, birthday parties, weddings, social events, and fundraisers. Tuck Entertainment Inc. prides itself on giving back to the community, and we are dedicating part of our business to support charities.

Tuck Entertainment Inc. may be located in Vancouver, BC, Canada, but we operate nationally and internationally. Tuck Entertainment boasts a dynamic crew of astonishing drag queens, spanning the entertainment and events industry in its fullest capacity.

Founded on the core values of delivering the WOW factor, creativity, creating fun and a little weirdness, and building a positive team and family spirit. Tuck Entertainment is working to engage exceptional local drag queens in the entertainment and events industry to build the next generation entertainment and events agency.

Tuck Entertainment Inc. is committed to hand selecting the most exciting and exceptional drag queen entertainers ensuring that venues and events have access to the very best.

Our venues and clients collaborate with us in the field of entertainment booking, marketing and branding, public relations, advertising, and communications.

Grant Minish is the Regional Manager, LGBTA Business Development supporting Metro Vancouver and the Pacific Region. He and his team of senior advisors are responsible for the growth of the LGBT personal, wealth and business portfolios by focusing on providing financial advice and delivering a legendary client experience.

TD is proud to serve and celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities and their allies. For six years in a row, TD has been the proud presenting sponsor of the Vancouver Pride Parade & Festival. TD now sponsors over 42 pride festivals in Canada and the U.S. and is considered by many as the bank of choice for the LGBT community.

TD has been celebrating Pride for more than a decade through its grassroots employee Pride network, which now has over 300 members across BC and more than 3,000 across Canada.

TD supports more than 100 LGBTA organizations and initiatives across North America through funding, partnerships and employee volunteerism. As a long-time champion of LGBT rights, TD has helped lead the charge in creating a more inclusive society. Proud To Be Your Bank.

VANCITY SAVINGS CREDIT UNION Mary Phelps mary_phelps@vancity.com 1798 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1E2 604.877.7478 www.vancity.com

At Vancity, our vision is to redefine wealth.Our vision requires us to think differently about wealth—to re-envision prosperity as something we can only achieve if we are surrounded by and connected to a vibrant, healthy community that is sustainable for the long term. Our goal is to create positive member and community impact through all our operations—from how we make money to how we spend and invest it. We’re committed to finding new and better ways to use all our resources, people and capital to create large-scale positive impacts.

FINANCE & BANKING

FINANCIAL PLANNING & INVESTMENTS

CCEC CREDIT UNION

SMART INVESTMENT STRATEGIES

Ross Gentleman rgentleman@ccec.bc.ca 2248 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4B5 604.254.4100 www.ccec.bc.ca

Kelsey Smart kelsey@smartinvestments.bc.ca 101-1111 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H4 778.945.0808

In 2015, two CCEC Credit Union members were Grand Marshalls for the Pride Parade. CCEC is a community development credit union. We have a long term commitment to the LGBTQ community; including cultural groups, businesses and people. We provide financial services, mortgages, and loans to organizations, co-ops and aligned/affiliated individuals.

TD BANK Grant Minish Grant.Minish@td.com TD Tower, 700 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1A2 604.499.9594 www.td.com/lgbta

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I work with clients who love what I do! My mission in business is to guide good people to financial security and ultimately their goals and dreams. My clients are mainly professional and small business owners; all are responsible and goal-orientated. I help clients in 3 key areas of investments, retirement and insurance planning. My approach is one of realistic optimism and all work is done with attention to tax minimisation.

TD WEALTH FINANCIAL PLANNING – SHANE CORREY, B.COMM Shane Correy Shane.Correy@td.com TD Wealth Financial Planning, 1690 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1V9

2016-2017 Business Listings 604.484.2998 www.financialplanners.tdwaterhouse.ca/shane.correy

At TD Wealth Financial Planning, we offer you a complete range of investment and wealth management services. We recognize that financial needs vary throughout your life and that your personal goals evolve over time. We are here to help you take care of all your wealth considerations so that you and your family can stay on track through any of life’s transitions.

With over 6 years of experience in the financial services industry, I have been actively engaged in fostering strong client relationships and helping clients achieve their personal and financial goals.

My commitment to continuous education, as well as completion of required qualifications, has earned me a Bachelor of Commerce Degree with a Minor in Economics from Carleton University in Ottawa. I look forward to exploring investment strategies and solutions with you as we work together towards your unique financial goals.

TD WEALTH PRIVATE BANKING JACQUIE LOVELOCK – WEALTH ADVISOR Jacquie Lovelock Jacquie.Lovelock@td.com TD Wealth Private Banking, 700 West Georgia Street, 18th Floor, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1B6 604.654.3097

Jacquie works with high net worth individuals, business owners, professionals and their families who want more personalized attention for their wealth and

banking needs. Supported by the significant resource of TD Bank Group, Jacquie provides customized wealth management solutions—whether it means lending solutions, estate planning or developing a charitable giving plan, thinking about your retirement options, or planning for the next generation. She works with families and their advisors to develop a wealth plan that reflects their wishes in a way that helps to maximize the value of their holdings in line with their core values.

TD WEALTH PRIVATE INVESTMENT ADVICE – CAMERON MURTON, B.COMM, CIM, VICE PRESIDENT, PORTFOLIO MANAGER & INVESTMENT ADVISOR Cameron Murton Cam.Murton@td.com TD Wealth Private Investment Advice, 700 West Georgia Street, 10th Floor Vancouver, BC V7Y 1A2 604.482.8362

Cameron develops diversified, comprehensive and personalized investment portfolios and financial plans to participate in gains while reducing downside risks and taxes. Cameron understands that clients want an investment advisor who takes into account how clients feel and combines it with what’s rational. His commitment to regular communication and sound investment advice allows him to build long-term relationships with clients. Ultimately, the goal is for clients to have comfort with respect to their investments and to achieve their personalized goals.

Cameron is located in the TD Tower at West Georgia and Howe in Vancouver.

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2016-2017 Business Listings FUNERAL SERVICES AMHERST FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES Christian Natadiredja christian@amherstcremation.com 1209-207 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7 604.568.8112 www.amherstcremation.com

Amherst is a locally-owned/operated, independent funeral & cremation service company located in Downtown Vancouver, serving entire Lower Mainland.

Our simple, dignified & award-winning services are truly affordable. We come to you for arrangements or you may take advantage of our convenient online arrangement. Please visit our website for prices and details.

GARDEN & LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICES ELEMENTAL GARDENS Dave Wodchis dave@elementalgardens.ca 337 SE Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V5X 2S8 604.831.9283 www.elementalgardens.ca

Elemental Gardens offers landscape and garden

design, install and ongoing maintenance for commercial and residential including balconies, patios and terraces

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS PLANE CREATIVE - PRINT & WEB DESIGN Charlene Prevatt info@plane-creative.com 2208B Spruce Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 2P3 604.566.5589 www.plane-creative.com

SMALL DESIGN SHOP, BIG IDEAS We create strategic work in print and web for nonprofits and small business.

As a design shop, we set out to make a difference to your organization or company. We believe is that this can be best achieved through close collaboration with you. We are proud to have built long-term relationships with Boys and Girls Club of South Coast BC, Sutton Group Realty Services, Creative Options Regina and Tapestry Foundation.

Our goal is to shorten the distance between where you are and where you want to be.

Different people will have different views on what this means. Our approach is simple: Communication is a two way street. We take the time to get to know you, to listen, to find out what your questions are. We do all we can to understand who you are trying to reach and take what we know to deliver the relevant solutions to get results.

Could you use a $2000 Scholarship?

The LOUD Foundation is a registered charity, investing in current and future leaders of the British Columbian LGBTQ+ community.

We believe that by supporting the development of students who possess drive, vision, compassion and knowledge, we can improve society and increase awareness of our diverse community.

The application process for the next round of scholarships opens in November and closes January 31st.

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SPREAD THE WORD!

2016-2017 Business Listings SEVEN25.

Isabelle Swiderski studio@seven25.com 309E - 896 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P6 604.685.0097 www.seven25.com

INSURANCE CENTRAL AGENCIES – JEFF MYERS – INSURANCE BROKER Jeff Myers

Seven25 works with organisations who understand that benefiting society and the environment is the new business advantage. Strategy + branding for third sector innovators and triple-bottom line organizations = designing better.

jeff@brokerbc.ca

Get in touch by email or by phone and we’ll be happy to discuss your needs and see how we can help you find or express your competitive advantage.

www.centralagenciesbc.com

HEALTH QUAYSIDE WELLNESS Thomas Canty info@quaysidewellness.com 1004-1245 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC V3M 6J6 604.375.9210 www.quaysidewellness.com

1246 Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC V7P 1T2 778.300.7196

Your one stop shop for all things insurance! I have both my general insurance and my life insurance licences which means I can help arrange your home, business, auto, life, critical illness, disability and group benefits, and packages for individuals. I am an independent broker so I shop the market for you so you don’t have to. I am mobile which means I can come to you! I serve the Vancouver area including North and West Vancouver. I have a home office in downtown Vancouver’s West End.

As a local distributor for Xango, I represent a company that offers an expansive portfolio of health wellness products. From products designed to promote health, to supplements that target key needs in the modern diet, to holistic weight-management systems, to innovative anti-aging at the cellular level, our goal is total wellness. After a decade of scientific research, Xango has something (or, more likely, three things) that will change the way you look and feel.

HOTELS BEST WESTERN PLUS CHATEAU GRANVILLE HOTEL & SUITES & CONFERENCE CENTRE Ruvika Peries rperies@chateaugranville.com 1100 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2B6 604.669.7070 www.chateaugranville.com

Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver between the Robson Street shopping mecca and the revitalized Yaletown district. Three diamond, full service hotel offers spacious accommodations where you will find the perfect fit no matter what your needs or budget are. Full conference facilities.

THE LISTEL HOTEL & FORAGE & TIMBER Lise Magee lise@thelistelhotel.com 1300 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C5 604.661.1415 www.thelistelhotel.com www.foragevancouver.com www.timbervancouver.com

I represent “Vancouver’s most art-full hotel,” The Listel Hotel, and award-winning Forage Restaurant on Robson. We offer great accommodation and remarkable farm to table fare. Our new addition Timber Restaurant and Gastropub offers Canadian comfort food. Both restaurants under the inspired direction of Chef Chris Whittaker.

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2016-2017 Business Listings INTERIOR DESIGN KENDALL ANSELL INTERIORS Kendall Ansell kendall@kendallansell.com 206- 3989 Henning Drive, Burnaby, BC V5C 6P8 604.614.7992 www.kendallansell.com

We believe that every interior design project should be a fun, transparent and collaborative experience.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, Kendall Ansell Interiors is a successful, award winning interior design agency with a straightforward design goal. We craft amazing and highly functional home and small office spaces by reflecting the very best version of you.

We understand that a well-designed space should continually delight its owner. To achieve this, we prefer to partner with our clients in order to truly understand their lifestyle needs before crafting a design solution. We understand that good design ideas are everywhere, though the key to truly great design lies in how a space elegantly interacts with the everyday lifestyle needs of our clients.

As the founder, Kendall’s unwavering passion for Interior Design began from a very early age.

Kendall’s father, a general contractor, taught her about the fundamentals of house construction early on, resulting in Kendall bringing both technical and functional know-how to every creative decision with our clients.

When you work with us, we will step you through

the creative process together, always keeping you informed and empowered at every phase of the project. Call us TODAY and let us help you create a perfect space.

TIPS INTERIOR DECOR Francisco Javier Barajas fbarajas@aol.com 4987 Collingwood Street, Vancouver, BC V6N 1S7 604.817.1026 www.tipsinteriordecor.com

TIPS brings a fresh and innovative approach which combines aesthetics and psychology to residential and commercial spaces.

JEWELLERS K.R. PARKES GOLDSMITH & HAND ENGRAVER Linda Chung studio@krparkes.com PO Box 95094, Kingsgate RPO, Vancouver, BC V5T 4T8 604.687.4661 www.krparkes.com

Goldsmith Hand Engraver Canadian Diamonds Wedding & Engagement Rings Haida Jewelry Carver Signet Rings & Family Crests Medic Jewelry Special Order Designs Your Gold For New Designs Insurance Claims

LAWYERS & NOTARIES PUBLIC BARBARA FINDLAY, Q.C. barbara findlay bjf@barbarafindlay.com 635-1033 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M7 604.251.4356

I am a lesbian feminist lawyer committed to making the law work for all of us. For me, this means

Proudly serving Vancouver’s GLBT Community for more than 15 years.

DAHL&CONNORS BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS

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Making the law work for all of us.

• Family Law • Wills and Estates • Employment Law • Same sex immigration • Human rights

barbara findlay QC 635-1033 Davie St • 604.251.4356 www.barbarafindlay.com

2016-2017 Business Listings everything from helping someone prepare their will, to fighting ground breaking equality rights cases, to drafting donor insemination agreements for couples planning a child by assisted insemination.

It also means grassroots advocacy and legal education: knowledge is power.

DAHL & CONNORS Vincent M. E. Connors jzaalman@dahlconnors.com 620-1033 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M7 604.687.8752 dahlconnors.com

in Vancouver, BC. Our managing director, Michael O’Rourke, has been called to the bar in British Columbia as well as in the U.S. states of Washington, Oregon and Nevada. We help individuals, families, students and small & medium sized businesses to understand and navigate the confusing immigration laws in both nations. Whether you wish to visit, work temporarily or permanently, study or settle, we can advise and represent you. We also handle complex medical and criminal inadmissibility issues.

LOUD business members receive a 20% discount on consultations and legal services.

JARVISLEGAL LAW CORPORATION

Dahl & Connors is a full service law firm offering quality, reliable legal services in a relaxed and professional environment. We have worked in the GLBTQ community for more than 20 years and can help resolve most of the legal problems you may encounter in the following areas: Wills & Estate, Family Law, Adoption, Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate and Immigration.

I-MIGRATE IMMIGRATION LAW CORPORATION Michael O’Rourke michael@i-migrate.com 210-128 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8 604.757.1596 www.i-migrate.com

Danielle Jarvis info@jarvislegal.ca Suite 300-1090 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9 604.637.8711 www.jarvislegal.ca

JarvisLegal is a boutique law firm based in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia (Yaletown) and on Galiano Island (Gulf Islands), founded by Danielle Jarvis.

We specialize primarily in business law (incorporations, contracts, structuring, buying or selling a business, employment agreements and issues); real estate conveyances and leasing; wills and advance care and financial planning and same-sex spousal immigration (sponsorship of conjugal partner, common law partner or spouse).

i-Migrate Immigration Law Corporation is a GLBTowned and operated boutique law practice based

Affordable and Professional Legal Services: • SmALL BuSineSS LAw • ReAL eStAte ConveyAnCing • wiLLS & PeRSonAL PLAnning Contact Danielle Jarvis, Lawyer 604-637-8711 • danielle@jarvislegal.ca www.jarvislegal.ca

TIPS INTERIOR DECOR

FRANCISCO J. BARAJAS

INTERIOR DECORATOR

TEL: 604 817 1026

www.TipsInteriorDecor.com

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2016-2017 Business Listings JIWA LAW CORPORATION – BRIAN A. YUEN (PERSONAL INJURY LAW)

RONALD G. PEDERSON, BARRISTER, SOLICITOR & TRADEMARK AGENT

Brian A. Yuen byuen@jiwalawcorp.com #850-777 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J7 604.558.5027 www.jiwalawcorp.com/vancouver-icbc-lawyers/brianyuen/

Ronald Pederson rgp@rgplawgroup.ca 501-1250 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C6 604.568.5908 www.rgplawgroup.ca

Brian is a personal injury lawyer with a broad understanding of insurance claims including ICBC. His primary practice is assisting individuals to resolve straightforward or complex claims for physical, emotional and psychological injuries. He brings a unique perspective to resolution of insurance claims through settlements, alternate dispute resolution and the courts, based on experience representing insurers and individuals, having worked for insurance companies and for WorksafeBC. If you have been involved in an accident whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, pedestrian or motorcyclist, contact Brian for a free consultation so he can explain the claims process, your rights and responsibilities, and why you should never speak to insurance companies alone or sign any documents for them regarding your claim. If you’ve been injured, call Brian, for justice!

LEONARD ATWOOD, NOTARY PUBLIC Leonard Atwood len@notarymatters.ca 1333 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5M9 604.569.2779 www.notarymatters.ca

Our legal services include: Real Estate Conveyancing, Notarizations, and the preparation of personal planning documents such as Wills, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, and Health Directives.!

MILLER THOMSON LLP Morgan Camley camley@millerthomson.com Robson Court, 1000-840 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2M1 604.643.1234 www.millerthomson.com

Our Vancouver office is on the east side of Robson Square, the city’s civic square, in the heart of Vancouver’s business district, and next to the Law Courts and nearby major hotels.

Our lawyers represent and counsel individuals and businesses, both large and small, as well as local, provincial and federal governments and agencies. We provide legal services in matters of general business, trade and customs, real estate, finance, litigation, construction, environmental, information technology, intellectual property (IP), labour and employment, health care, and tax and individual planning.

PIETROW LAW GROUP Irene Pietrow ipietrow@pietrowlaw.ca 1124-470 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5 604.685.8090 www.pietrowlawgroup.ca

We are a team of family lawyers who provide services in all areas of family law. We resolve matters through negotiations, mediation, collaborative law, and family law litigation.

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RGP Law Group is a full service boutique law firm in the heart of Yaletown. We offer services in various areas of law, including but not limited to, personal injury, immigration and refugee, family and divorce, real estate, wills and estates,corporate and commercial, intellectual property (trademarks), criminal and civil litigation.

MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS LIFT STRATEGIES INC. Jen DeTracey jen@liftstrategies.com 1424 Commercial Drive, PO Box 21541, Vancouver, BC V5L 5G2 604.255.2098 www.liftstrategies.com

Jen DeTracey is a strategic alchemist, a published author and one of Canada’s top marketing experts.

Jen specializes in customer engagement and customer retention - basically helping your build your business’ Fan Club!

Jen is also the founder of Lift Strategies, a company that helps business owners put effective systems in place so that their business has the best tools to succeed. Her Proven 5-Step Strategic Marketing Process, the LIFFT® Process, and her Custom Marketing Action Plan System has helped thousands of businesses in boosting their bottom line.

Jen delivers these tools via her Lift Strategies book, consulting, in-person training programs, virtualtraining programs, and interactive keynotes at conferences and conventions.

With over 25 years of strategic marketing and business experience working for and with businesses, she has taken this knowledge and developed a number of interactive and engaging keynotes.

Prior to business ownership, Jen DeTracey was the VP of Marketing working with Sarah McLachlan’s record label Nettwerk Records for five years, then joined the Virgin Entertainment Group and launched Canada’s first Virgin Megastore in Vancouver. With Jen at the helm of marketing for three years, Vancouver’s Virgin Megastore was a profitable and sustainable retail operation during this time.

Jen believes business owners struggle with fears which can negatively impact their bottom line. These fears often prevent business owners from being able to step outside of their comfort zone and into the growth zone. Jen’s action-oriented and supportive approach is a winning combination for those business owners who want to be more profitable while effectively retaining and growing their customer/ client base.

Jen’s newest one-on-one programs are Master Your Market™ and Power Surge Consulting™.

2016-2017 Business Listings MEDIA

NEIGHBOURHOOD BRAND Jeff Gonek jeff@neighbourhoodbrand.com 128 West Cordova, Suite 1206, Vancouver, BC V6B 0E6 778.231.7759 www.neighbourhoodbrand.com

DAVIE VILLAGE POST

We are a Vancouver-based branding and marketing agency keen on working with socially responsible clients or those who would like to become stronger community players.

Mark Janssen info@davievillagepost.ca PO Box 47050 Denman Place, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E1 778.379.8123 www.davievillagepost.ca

Vancouver’s online LGBTQ newspaper.

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PINK TRIANGLE PRESS

PACIFIC COAST MASSAGE THERAPY

Robin Perelle robin.perelle@dailyxtra.com 501-1033 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M7 604.684.9696 www.dailyxtra.com

MASSAGE THERAPY, REGISTERED Christopher Robins, RMT christopher.robins.rmt@gmail.com 1118-736 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1G3 604.687.4078 www.pacificcoastmassage.ca

Pink Triangle Press proudly publishes the Xtra newspapers in Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa and dailyxtra.com for all your news, views, arts, events and travel coverage.

Extended health / ICBC. Days/Eves/Wknds.

Deep Tissue/Med/Sports/Relaxation/Therapeutic/ Downtwn Location.

Achieving great things together.

Miller Thomson is one of Canada’s most respected national business law firms, offering a complete range of business, advocacy and personal legal services. As a firm, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture that respects and values differences and embraces diversity.

For more information, contact: Morgan Camley

604.643.1234 mcamley@millerthomson.com

Miller Thomson LLP

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2016-2017 Business Listings MORTGAGES

ROUNDHOUSE RADIO 98.3 Barb Snelgrove barb@roundhouseradio.com 714 Alexander Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 1H8 604.449.7983 www.roundhouseradio.com

MORTGAGE ALLIANCE WEST – GINA BEST

The Roundhouse Radio difference is the spotlight on an active citizenry: poetry slams, storytelling, festivals, public debate, live music, local artists and culture, sporting and fitness events, news and features focused on the City and its component neighbourhoods and communities. Our City Your Voice.

WESTENDER

Gina Best gina@mawest.ca 310-328 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1K6 604.340.3600 www.ginaknowsbest.ca

Whether you’re buying a home, looking to upgrade, or eyeing a specific property, Gina can help your home ownership dreams come true. She was named Georgia Straight Vancouver Mortgage Broker of the Year in 2009, 2012 and 2013, Best Broker by the Westender in 2010.

She was named Accredited Mortgage Professional of the Year by CAAMP – the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals, which is Canada’s national mortgage industry association.

Gail Nugent gnugent@glaciermedia.ca 303 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1J6 604.742.8678 www.westender.com

Covering your city and your stories since 1949, Westender is a lifestyle weekly newspaper distributed throughout Vancouver every Thursday. We are the Proud Print Publisher of the annual LOUD Business Directory.

Before you sign on the dotted line, talk to Gina Best.

She knows which mortgage is right for you and will help get you the best mortgage to fit you, your life, and your future goals.

MORTGAGE ALLIANCE WEST – TONY MARCHIGIANO Tony Marchigiano tony@mawest.ca 310-328 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1K6 604.505.7109 www.mawest.ca/our-brokers/coastal/ tony-marchigiano/

Mortgages

Thinking of buying a home? Renovating or refinancing the one you own? Not sure how much you can borrow? I can help find the right solution for YOU.

that put

people’s needs first.

Ryan McKinley Senior Mortgage Development Manager

604.340.1611 Make Good Money (TM) is a trademark of Vancouver City Savings Credit Union.

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I’ve worked in the banking industry for over 15 years with over 10 years of lending. I will take a holistic approach to find the best financing solution that will compliment your short and long term goals.”

2016-2017 Business Listings TD CANADA TRUST – MOBILE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST

PAINTERS

Andrew Jonescu Andrew.Jonescu@td.com TD Canada Trust, 304-1010 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1P5 604.765.2478

VOGUE PAINTING

Having over 8 years of experience in the mortgage and financial services industries, with the combination of customer service excellence and market knowledge it is my pleasure to assist and educate you in any and all of your mortgage needs. As a member of TD’s LGBTA diversity council I have had the privilege to work with many organizations and individuals in our local community, whether it be first time home buyers or refinancing your existing property. I assure you that TD’s competitive rates and my availability to come to you will create a comfortable and legendary experience. I look forward to helping you and your friends!

VANCITY Ryan McKinley Ryan_McKinley@vancity.com 898 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1J8 604.340.1611 www.vancity.com/ryanmckinley

I’ve been offering mortgage solutions for over eight years, and I know Downtown Vancouver inside and out. And I’m proud to have been recognized by the readers of WE as the best Mortgage Specialist in Vancouver.

Craig Weckerle craig@voguepainting.ca 310-4363 Halifax Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 5Z3 604.715.0985 www.voguepainting.ca

Interior/Exterior painting services for residential & commercial projects. 3-year guarantee, full WCB coverage and $5 million liability insurance.

PHOTOGRAPHERS BELLE ANCELL PHOTOGRAPHY belle ancell belle@belleancellphotography.com #208-101 East 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1M5 778.888.0313 www.belleancellphotography.com

I am proud to serve the Vancouver LGBTQ Community and Beyond.

My primary focus is on portraiture using natural and studio lighting to create compelling and vibrant images for my fabulous clients.

OPTOMETRISTS OTTICO & VANCOUVER BLOCK OPTOMETRISTS Brad McDougall info@ottico.ca 738 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1E4 604.681.8653 www.ottico.ca

Dr Brad McDougall, Dr Dawn Reinders, Dr Cindy Wagner, Dr Teri Hines.

Caring eye doctors using the highest level of technology. An excellent eyewear selection, and onsite optical lab. Voted “Optometrist of the Year” in 2013 by the BC Association of Optometrists.

Interior/Exterior painting services for residential & commercial Caring eye doctors using the highest level of technology.

An excellent eyewear selection, and onsite optical lab.

Voted “Optometrist of the Year” in 2013 by the BC Association of Optometrists.

DR. BRaD McDougall • DR. Dawn REinDERs • DR. TERi HinEs

738 Granville Street (between Georgia and Robson)

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• 3-year guarantee • Full WBC coverage • $5 million liability insurace

CRAIG WECKERLE

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2016-2017 Business Listings GRAHAM SPENCE PHOTOGRAPHY & FINE ARTS

MINUTEMAN PRESS DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

Graham Spence grahamspencephoto@gmail.com 2889 East 14th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5M 2H8 604.754.0516 www.grahamspencephoto.ca

Jose Ordonez info@vancouver-print.ca 1-1348 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2B7 604.685.0016 www.vancouver-print.ca

Artistic/Stealth photography, specializing in events, head shots for actors/executives, personal profile portraits, nature & scenic, event posters.

When it comes to business communications services, we can do it all. With a complete range of products and services at your disposal, we can help you get your message out to customers, employees and vendors alike.

PRINTERS

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

EAST VAN GRAPHICS Jeff Grayston jeff@eastvangraphics.ca 304 Industrial Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 2P3 604.568.1206 www.eastvangraphics.ca

HOLLYBURN PROPERTIES

EastVanGraphics sponsors countless GLBT/AIDS events and fundraisers, including posters, flyers, programs, signage, books, and way more. Check out eastvangraphics.ca for pricing, order form, much more. Just mention this listing for 10% off your first purchase.

Katrina May katrina@hollyburn.com 300-1650 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1B1 604.622.7345 www.hollyburn.com

Celebrating 40 years of excellence in 2015, Hollyburn Properties is a Canadian family-owned and operated property management company. We focus on providing fine rental apartments for the discerning urbanite in Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa and Toronto. Our properties are located in the most popular, upscale and sought-after neighbourhoods in the country. Through environmental stewardship, employee training and support and community

LQBTQ LOUD “PINK PAGES” runs monthly in Westender Monthly LGBTQ event listings, news and issues are covered in this section.

To advertise to our 150,000+ weekly readers please contact: Matty Lambert • 604-742-8681 • mlambert@westender.com

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2016-2017 Business Listings partnerships, it is our mission to raise the standard of our property management practices to the benefit of our residents, our employees and the property management industry in Canada.

PENMAN PROPERTIES Sarah Penman info@penmanproperties.com 2899 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 0A6 604.230.6755 www.penmanproperties.com

Vancouver, BC V6B 6B3 604.313.8732 www.blairsmith.ca

Real estate is serious business. It can also be incredibly fun & rewarding while reaching your goals & realizing your dreams. It starts with me listening, so let’s connect to discuss how I can reduce your stress & increase your success. ....Condos my specialty in Vancouver and neighbouring urban areas. ....The Vancouver REALTOR® for Busy People

Penman Properties is a residential property management company delivering the highest standard of management services throughout Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Whistler. We work for both tenants and owners in a professional and efficient manner to minimize the stress around both finding a home to rent and renting a home to others. Whether you are a tenant looking for a new place to call home or an owner who simply wants a good tenant, we would love to meet with you for a free consultation and show you how stress free the rental market can be.

REAL ESTATE BLAIR SMITH, REALTOR® – ROYAL LEPAGE SUSSEX – VANCOUVER Blair Smith homes@blairsmith.ca 204-345 Robson Street, Library Square

....Helping YOU Make All The Right MOVES.

ERIK CARLSON, REALTOR® – CENTURY 21 IN TOWN REALTY Erik Carlson erik@erikcarlson.ca 421 Pacific Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2P5 604.719.1501 www.erikcarlson.ca

ADDRESSING. YOU. Experience matters, and I’m in the business of your positive experience. You can expect an organized, efficient, skilled approach from start to beyond the closing, focused action, consistent communication and outstanding client care. At the core of my philosophy is you; never feeling secondary to the process, knowing your individuality is forefront and your voice is heard. Work with a REALTOR® who puts you first. Be addressed.

My knowledge.

Our strategy.

Your desired results.

“I found Blair to be an

excellent agent.

Personable, organized and knowledgeable, he made the selling process as easy as possible. The best thing about him was his accessiblity. Every email, text or phone call to him was answered within hours, if not minutes.

He gave me immediate updates as needed (good and bad), which I really appreciated, as well as many helpful suggestions and reminders. His dedication is impressive.

I highly recommend Blair as a very professional and conscientious agent.

Thanks Blair!”

—Sheena www.blairsmith.ca

604-313-8732

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2016-2017 Business Listings HANSEN HOMES ROYAL LEPAGE SUSSEX Danielle Hansen danielle@hansenhomes.com 204-345 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B3 604.355.1113

Coming from a background of professional figure skating, I already know where determination can get me. Translating this drive into the business world was an obvious step to make sure my clients are blown away with the results.

My enthusiastic approach to life, coupled with my authentic and compassionate personality, sets me aside from others in today’s Real Estate market.

I invite you for a coffee. I can’t wait to show you how I can help you!

MACDONALD REALTY— DARRYL PERSELLO Darryl Persello darryl@darrylpersello.com 4387 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3R1 604.306.1340 www.darrylpersello.com

Passionately serving the West End and beyond!

Acquiring and selling Real Estate is often complicated and stressful. I assist you in making sense of it all and ensure you understand the roadblocks and how to navigate around them. I help with all the difficult decisions so you can just go home!

TIM WRAY, REALTOR® – PROMPTON REAL ESTATE SERVICES Tim Wray tim@timwray.ca 201-179 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Y1 604.781.5692 www.timwray.ca

I am dedicated to providing our community with the highest quality service possible. My personal knowledge of the local Real Estate market in the West End, Yaletown, Downtown, Kits, False Creek and beyond is combined with a level of integrity, respect and hard work that I know will delight.

Let me assist you in finding your dream home, in a neighbourhood that is right for you and in the price range in which you are comfortable.

If you are interested in selling your property, I also have the expertise to help you get the fastest sale possible and at the best price. Custom marketing is my differentiator.

Please visit me at www.timwray.ca where you will find some great tools to aid your property search, the latest real estate news, my listings, featured properties and my favourite buildings.

IT’S TIME TO MAKE A SMART MOVE!”

RESTAURANTS

www.nandos.ca

Nando’s is famous for its Portuguese style flamegrilled chicken with a PERi-PERi (African Birds Eye Chilli) kick. Since opening the first Canadian restaurant in Richmond, B.C. in 1994, it didn’t take long for word to spread like wildfire about the legendary PERi-PERi flavour with restaurants opening in the lower mainland of B.C. and Ontario to where it stands today with 29 restaurants spanning 3 provinces.

RETAIL LITTLE SISTER’S BOOK & ART EMPORIUM info@littlesisters.ca 1238 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1N3 604.669.1753 www.littlesisters.ca

Since 1983 Little Sister’s Book & Art Emporium has been serving the adult (gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender) communities of Canada. With over 1000 book titles in stock, Little Sister’s has a great selection of adult and GLBT related literature, with many hard to find titles on our shelves. Our long legal struggle against censorship and our commitment to serve the LGBT community has helped make Little Sister’s a recognizable name around the world. Great online store!

WALK THIS SWAY DESIGNS Kevin Michael Perry Kevin@walkthissway.com 222-119 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1S5 604.418.6328 www.WalkThisSway.com

Specializing in fabulous dresses from casual to custom evening wear... for Every Body. Designs available for cross-dressers, transvestites, transgender persons, women and female impersonators. Appointments are private, one-on-one, FUN experiences! Work the runway at Sway—call or book online (website & FB) for your FUN appointment today!

SPAS PURE FLOAT Coy Broderick coy@purefloat.ca 1197 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 0A8 604.559.3999 www.purefloat.ca

Pure Float is a wellness centre and urban sanctuary providing premium floatation therapy in downtown Vancouver.

TOURISM

NANDO’S – DAVIE & HOWE

ROBERT SUNG TOURS – “A WOK AROUND CHINATOWN”

davie@nandoscanada.com 828 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2S2 604.678.1217

Robert Sung robertsung@icloud.com 111-1075 West 14th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1P4

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2016-2017 Business Listings 604.736.9508 www.awokaround.com

Vancouver’s bustling Chinatown is a treasure within the City. Get to know this colorful district with A WOK AROUND CHINATOWN,A Culinary & Cultural Walking Tour of Vancouver’s Chinatown.

TRAVEL BUDGET HOTELS gboyd@budgettravelgroup.com 2203-193 Aquarius Mews, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Z2 778.918.3547 www.budgethotels.com

Budgethotels.com is a price comparison website allowing you to find your ideal hotel, from 5 Star resorts to economy hostels, at the best price... with no sneaky added charges. Smart Travellers Pay Less.

VETERINARY SERVICES LIFTING STARS PET HOMECARE Jeff Berkshire info@liftingstars.ca 404-1830 Alberni Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2Z2 778.840.5438 www.liftingstars.ca

service offering veterinary palliative care, humane pet euthanasia and compassionate veterinary end-of-life services all in the comfort of your home. We provide services in Vancouver and throughout the Lower Mainland.

PETMAPZ Jared Williams jared@petmapz.com 604.833.4054 www.petmapz.com

Petmapz is where pet parents go to find the closest pet business to their mobile device, and read/write reviews so that we all can make better choices for our animals.

YALETOWN PET HOSPITAL Rob Spooner drspooner@yaletownpethospital.com 893 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C4 604.682.7389 www.yaletownpethospital.com

Yaletown Pet Hospital is a full service veterinary clinic serving Yaletown and the downtown core since 2003.

We are open 7 days a week, and offer extended until 9PM on weeknights. YPH provides a full range of medical, surgical and dental services, cat boarding, pet foods and pet supplies.

Lifting Stars Pet Homecare is a mobile veterinary

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2016-2017 Community Listings ADOPTIVE FAMILIES ASSOCIATION OF BC

benefits), community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.

Michelle McBratney kmadeiros@bcadoption.com 7342 Winston Street, Burnaby, BC V5A 2H1 604.320.7330 www.bcadoption.com

BC SOCIETY FOR MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE

AFABC provides province-wide support and advice to families in all stages of the adoption journey.

AIDS VANCOUVER Brian Chittock brianc@aidsvancouver.org 803 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R8 604.696.4655 www.aidsvancouver.org

AIDS Vancouver is Canada’s oldest AIDS Service Organization. Founded in 1983, AIDS Vancouver has been at the forefront of the community response to the epidemic here in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Our staff and volunteers strive to provide a comprehensive and integrated range of health promotion, education, and support services.

BC CANCER FOUNDATION infobccf@bccancer.bc.ca 600-686 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1 604.877.6040 www.bccancerfoundation.com

The BC Cancer Foundation raises money for cancer research and enhancements to care at the BC Cancer Agency, B.C.’s cancer control organization.

BC COALITION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Jane Dyson feedback@bccpd.bc.ca 204-456 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1R3 604.875.0188

Don Wright M.Ed. bcsmssa@hotmail.com 3126 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2H3 604.682.6482 www.bc-malesurvivors.com

Provides individual and group therapy & victim services for male & transgendered survivors of childhood sexual abuse or recent sexual assault, as well as support for their partners. We will also see men who are victims of gay bashing or physical assault by a partner.

CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY Stacey Berisavac sberisavac@bc.cancer.ca 565 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J4 604.328.7202 www.wellnessfits.ca

WellnessFits is a free workplace wellness program developed in partnership between the Canadian Cancer Society BC and Yukon and HealthyFamilies BC. We offer BC businesses the support and resources they need to create healthy workplaces for healthy employees.

CRISIS INTERVENTION & SUICIDE PREVENTION CENTRE OF BC Ian Ross info@crisiscentre.bc.ca 763 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1X8 604.872.3311 www.crisiscentre.bc.ca

The Crisis Centre is a volunteer organization, committed to helping people help themselves and others deal with crisis. We are free, confidential 24/7.

We are Here to Listen. Here to Help.

www.bccpd.bc.ca

DANCEHOUSE

Mandate is to support people with disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in society.

Jim Smith jim@dancehouse.ca 104-336 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 4R6 604.801.6225 www.dancehouse.ca

We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services (assistance with provincial and federal disability

Every donation makes a difference!

Help change the lives of LGBT+ refugees.

Donate now at www.foundationofhope.net.

When you make a gift to the Dr. Peter Centre, you provide compassionate care for people living with HIV.

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2016-2017 Community Listings DanceHouse presents large-scale international dance presentations at the Vancouver Playhouse.

LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA

DR. PETER AIDS FOUNDATION

Liz Harris liz.harris@lls.org 310-1682 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 4S6 604.733.2873 www.lightthenight.ca/bc

Chantal Norrgard cnorrgard@drpeter.org 1110 Comox Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1K5 604.608.1874 www.drpeter.org

The Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation provides treatment and for people whose lives are impacted by HIV/AIDS and the additional challenges of addiction, mental illness, poverty and homelessness.

FOUNDATION OF HOPE Carl Meadows foundationofhope2014@gmail.com 2203-125 Milross Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 0A1 604.613.0713 www.foundationofhope.net

Foundation of Hope is a registered Charity dedicated to enhancing the lives of LGBT Refugees, Immigrants, Asylum seekers and migrants through financial support of Canadian non-profit charities and NGO’s who work directly with this population.

FRIENDS & COMPANY GLBT NETWORKING Martin Spencer friends@friendsandcompany.ca 1918 Fir Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 5E2 604-730-1001 www.friendsandcompany.ca

The Friends & Company Community Enhancement Society is a registered BC non-profit society. We are Vancouver’s leading network for GLBT-friendly business people, professionals, students, and allies.

Our events are designed to enable great people to cultivate business opportunities, make new contacts and friends, and develop existing friendships.

Proceeds of Friends & Company benefit the antibullying and teen suicide prevention initiatives of Out in Schools.

GREATER SEATTLE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Louise Chernin office@thegsba.org 400 East Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98122 206.363.9188 www.thegsba.org

To combine business development, leadership and social action to expand economic opportunities for the LGBT Community and those who support equality for all.

HIM - HEALTH INITIATIVE FOR MEN office@checkhimout.ca 310-1033 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M7 604.488.1001 www.checkhimout.ca

HIM engages gay men, our communities, health professionals and researchers to strengthen the physical, sexual, social and mental health and wellbeing of gay men.

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The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

LLSC is a voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. LLSC funds lifesaving blood cancer research across Canada and provides free information and support services.

MCLAREN HOUSING SOCIETY OF BC Kim Stacey kim@mclarenhousing.org 200-649 Helmcken Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5R1 604.669.4090 www.mclarenhousing.com

McLaren Housing Society of British Columbia is a nonprofit organization founded in 1987.

Our mission is to provide housing and support services for individuals and families living with HIV/ AIDS and to increase the opportunity for improved health, wellness, independent living and sense of community.

NATURALLY AUTISTIC ANCA Leonora Gregory-Collura anca@naturallyautistic.com P.O. Box 1658, Gibsons, BC V0N 1V0 604.886.5720 www.naturallyautistic.com

Naturally Autistic ANCA hosts the International annual event ANCA World Autism Festival, the only event held in the world to bring together the autistic community. Now in its 7th year with 25 countries represented. We support the natural evolution of autistic people, their talents, abilities and strengths.

Our Mission ANCA’s mission is to support the natural development of autistic people by providing education and training to autistic individuals, their families, and the community at large via the annual AWAF event showcasing autistic individuals and organizations and programs from all over the world.

Values and Philosophy ANCA values compassion, understanding and diversity. The company is driven by a desire to help autistic children, teens and adults and their families grow and develop together naturally—Naturally Autistic®. And to reach out and to partner with other like minded organisations and businesses.

POSITIVE LIVING BC Stephen King stephenk@positivelivingbc.org 803 East Hastings, Vancouver, BC V6A 1R8 604.893.2200 www.positivelivingbc.org

POSITIVE LIVING BC is dedicated to empowering persons living with HIV/AIDS through mutual support and collective action.

2016-2017 Community Listings We are an established leader in the HIV/AIDS movement and, uniquely among major agencies in Canada, the POSITIVE LIVING BC Board of Directors is composed entirely of HIV+ members.

SHER VANCOUVER: LGBTQ SOUTH ASIANS AND FRIENDS

We provide support, advocacy services, treatment information and volunteer opportunities for our many diverse members.

Sher Vancouver is a social, cultural, and support group for LGBTQ South Asians and their friends, families, and allies.

Find out more about how you can join, volunteer, donate or support our work.

Sher would like to help inform, educate, and bring about more acceptance and cross-cultural understanding surrounding LGBTQ issues including bullying, racism, and homophobia.

Positive Living BC is your support for a healthy future with HIV.

QMUNITY resource@qmunity.ca 1170 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Z6 604.684.5307 www.qmunity.ca

QMUNITY is BC’s Queer Resource Centre—the hub for the lesbian, gay, trans*, bi and queer communities.

Our team of skilled professionals reaches over 35,000 people annually, enriching the lives of BC’s queer communities through strong programs, education and training on queer issues, and advocacy on the issues that matter most in our communities.

QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL

www.shervancouver.com

Sher Vancouver hopes to reduce the alienation, isolation, loneliness, depression, and suicidal ideation of people dealing with sexuality, gender, and coming-out issues. Everyone is welcome to join Sher, regardless of ethnicity, religious belief or sexuality.

ST. ANDREW’S-WESLEY UNITED CHURCH Rev. Gary Paterson office.staw@telus.net 100-1022 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1H8 604.683.4574 www.standrewswesleychurch.bc.ca

Welcoming! Inclusive! Progressive Theology!

Committed to Social Justice! Four services: Traditional, Jazz, Gospel and Taize.

Rachel Iwaasa info@prideinart.ca Gordon Neighbourhood House, 1019 Broughton Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2A7 604.816.0218 www.queerartsfestival.com

ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

The Pride in Art Society produces the Queer Arts Festival (QAF), harnessing the visceral power of the arts to inspire recognition, respect, and visibility of people who transgress gender and sexual norms.

Through the intimate act of sharing as artists and audiences, we bring diverse communities together to support artistic risk-taking, incite creative collaboration and experimentation, and celebrate the rich historic heritage of queer artists and art.

The Soul of the West End – the Spirit of Yaletown.

Welcoming Christian Community in the Anglican/ Episcopal tradition. 1 of 8 Anglican parishes in the Diocese of New Westminster offering the rite of blessing for same-sex couples. All are welcome!!

RAINBOW REFUGEE COMMITTEE info@rainbowrefugee.ca www.rainbowrefugee.ca

Active since 2001, we are based in Vancouver, BC. We support and advocate with LGBTQ and/or HIV+ asylum seekers, refugee claimants and refugees in Canada.

Maria Hizon office@stpaulsanglican.bc.ca 1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2C7 604.685.6832 www.stpaulsanglican.bc.ca

ST PAUL’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION Chris Fisher cfisher@providencehealth.bc.ca 178-1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Y6 604.682.8206 www.helpstpauls.com

St. Paul`s Hospital Foundation raises funds to enhance the excellence in teaching, research and clinical care at St. Paul`s Hospital, including the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS.

Providing housing and support services to people living with HIV/AIDS since 1987.

To learn more or to donate please visit

www.mclarenhousing.org

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2016-2017 Community Listings THE DANCE CENTRE

VANCOUVER FRONTRUNNERS

Heather Bray marketing@thedancecentre.ca Scotiabank Dance Centre, Level 6, 677 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2G6 604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca

www.vancouverfrontrunners.org www.twitter.com/vanfrontrunners

The Dance Centre is BC’s resource centre for dance.

We offer resources and programs supporting professional dance artists, present performances and events, and work to promote BC’s dance scene.

We also operate Scotiabank Dance Centre, Canada’s flagship dance facility at Davie and Granville in downtown Vancouver: our studios are available for rent for classes, rehearsals, performances, weddings and special events of all kinds, all year round.

THE FRANK THEATRE COMPANY Chris Gatchcalian chris@thefranktheatre.com Suite 220-111 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V5N 1N3 778.840.7132 www.thefranktheatre.com

Vision Statement: Screaming Weenie runs the frank theatre company, which envisions a world that is free of intolerance and prejudice, and where sexual and gender diversity is accepted and embraced, everywhere in every society, and by everyone.

Mission Statement: the frank’s mission is to explore the place of queer individuals in society, and what it means to be queer in a “post-gay” world, by creating, developing, producing and presenting theatrical work that places queer issues on a global canvas, work wherein issues of queer marginalization intersect with other types of marginalization: i.e. economic, racial, gender, political.

We are a text-based theatre that trusts in the ability of the playwright to wrestle with these questions.

Values Statement: We champion open-mindedness, authenticity and engagement. We embrace diversity of all kinds, encourage and nurture queer youth, and strive to build bridges between all socially marginalized groups and between queer and non-queer communities.

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH Laura Stewart office@trinityunitedchurch.ca 1805 Larch Street, Vancouver, BC V6K 3N9 604.732.3075 www.trinityunitedchurch.ca

Trinity United Church is an Affirming Congregation in the heart of Kitsilano. All are welcome to join us at our 11:00am Sunday Service.

VANCOUVER FRIENDS FOR LIFE SOCIETY info@friendsforlife.ca 1459 Barclay Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1J6 604.682.5992 www.friendsforlife.ca

We serve as a catalyst to enhance the wellness of individuals living with life threatening illness by providing complimentary and alternative health and support services.

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With approximately 150 members, Vancouver Frontrunners is one of the largest running and walking clubs in British Columbia. Founded in 1983, we are also one of the oldest LGBT sporting clubs in Vancouver and are members of International Front Runners, an affiliation of LGBT walking and running clubs throughout the world.

We meet twice weekly (rain or shine!) every week of the year and participate in a number of races, fundraisers and sporting competitions. We are also a very social bunch, dining after our workouts and holding monthly social events such as potlucks, movie nights, barbecues, and even road trips to meet up with our sister Frontrunner clubs in Portland and Seattle.

Our members range in age from their 20s to 70s and represent everyone from social walkers and joggers to competitive runners. Vancouver Frontrunners welcomes everyone’s participation regardless of fitness level. Come join us!

VANCOUVER PRIDE SOCIETY Glenn Stensrud partnerships@vancouverpride.ca 304-1080 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6T 2Z1 604.687.0955 www.vancouverpride.ca

The Vancouver Pride Society (VPS) brings together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited and Queer community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration! We represent the unique culture and spirit of our community by producing quality, inclusive events such as the Pride Parade and Festival.

VANCOUVER QUEER FILM FESTIVAL Out On Screen info@outonscreen.com 405-207 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7 604.844.1615 www.queerfilmfestival.ca

Out On Screen develops and supports programs that advance queer communities through education and cultural expression. Out On Screen operates the Vancouver Queer Film Festival and Out in Schools.

VIVO MEDIA ARTS CENTRE Karen Knights development@vivomediaarts.com 2625 Kaslo Street, Vancouver, BC V5M 3G9 604.872.8337 www.vivomediaarts.com

For 42 years VIVO has been one of Vancouver’s most dynamic and diverse art centres, providing educational programs, equipment and facility rentals, video distribution, and digitization services. We have ongoing contemporary art exhibitions and house Western Canada’s largest library and archive of independent media and video art, including hundreds of titles by LGBTQ2S producers. Special archive collections include the West End’s GAYBLEVISION series (Canada’s first TV program produced for and by LGBT people, 1980-1986); the Mary Anne McEwen Collection (co-founder/Board member

2016-2017 Community Listings of Gayblevision, Out On Screen Film Festival and Women In Film and Video); and Meg Torwl Collection (writer, media and performance artist, LGBT, disability and arts advocate). The majority of our services are open to the public. Membership provides discounts and access to production equipment and facilities.

We encourage you to come visit us or check out our website to learn more about VIVO.

Established in 1978, WESA is not only a slo-pitch league, but it is a social league. WESA provides a great league to play recreational slo-pitch softball for the gay & lesbian community.

WE ARTS

Kate Gibson wishdropincentre@telus.net 334 Alexander Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1C3 604.669.9474 www.wish-vancouver.net

John Hewson john@WEArts.ca 1019 Broughton Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2A7 604.318.3745 www.WEArts.ca

WE Arts—Creating community through art From Vancouver’s downtown core to English Bay, thousands of artists live, work, and play in the beautiful West End. WE Arts was founded in 2012 by a group of West End residents who wanted to feel a greater sense of belonging in their neighbourhood and to connect with the creative minds around them. Working with the City of Vancouver and other stakeholders, WE Arts mission is to enliven the arts and culture scene through community-led arts programming. Now in 2015, we are leading the West End Art Plan - a community development process engaging local artists, arts groups, residents and city planners in discussions and workshops that will provide the foundation for future arts activities and needed facilities in our community.

WESA is a proud supporter of the LOUD Scholarship Foundation.

WISH DROP-IN CENTRE SOCIETY

Provides auxillary services for female survival sex workers including hot meals, clothing, showers, nursing care and referrals. Open 6-11 pm 7 nights a week.

YOUTHCO AIDS SOCIETY Dirceu Campos info@youthco.org 205-568 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 3J5 604.688.1411 www.youthco.org

YouthCO AIDS Society is a non-profit organization building capacity with youth between the ages of 1529 throughout BC to reduce vulnerability to HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis C through peer support, peer education and shared leadership.

Membership to WE Arts is open to all West End residents. We invite you to participate in our many activities including community murals, pop-up art galleries, arts events, local artisan markets, and arts workshops. Visit WEArts.ca to check out what’s coming and don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest news.

You can also learn more about your artist community by visiting HATCHArtMag.com - a WE Arts community project following local artists.

Join WE Arts today at WEArts.ca

Darcy Simpson info@wesa.net Box 471, 1027 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4L2 604.684.9872 www.wesa.net

QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL

JUNE 21 -30

2016

Photo: Daniel Collins

WEST END SLO-PITCH ASSOCIATION (WESA)

BC’S CENTRE FOR DANCE Performances and events Resources and support for artists Studio rentals Calendar of BC dance events

604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca

Info

at the queerartsfestival.com ROUNDHOUSE

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Membership Details listings 2015-2016 community To find out more about LOUD Business and join our organization, please visit www.loudbusiness.com All Business and Non-Profit memberships will be listed in the Printed Directory and Online Directory, eligible for discounted advertising in printed directory, online directory, e-blasts, Westender Pink Pages. All prices subject to GST.

SMALL BUSINESS $220.00

BUSINESS CORPORATE $1000.00

• 50% discount for members under 30 years old • 50% discount for members 1st year in business

(Over 100 employees) • Up to 5 individual members’ contact info listed • Other benefits/sponsorships negotiable • Unlimited member rates for events • 2 x 3 months online sidebar ad, creative not included.

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NON-PROFIT/CHARITY $110.00 • Same benefits as Small Business members, member rates for staff and board members for events

BUSINESS CORPORATE $500.00

PERSONAL/RETIRED $110.00

(Up to 100 employees) • Up to 5 individual members’ contact info listed • Other benefits/sponsorships negotiable • Unlimited member rates for events • 3 months online sidebar ad, creative not included.

• No Directory listing nor discount on advertising, but receive member rates for events

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Code of Ethics We, as members of LOUD Business, strive to recognize, promote, and improve gay/ lesbian/bisexual/transgendered/supportive businesses and the gay/lesbian/bisexual/ transgendered/supportive business community wherever possible. To this end, members agree to be honour-bound by these Standards of Business Conduct and Ethics: • A member will conduct business with honesty, integrity and fairness with respect to customers, clients and employees alike.

• A member will be accessible and accountable to customers or clients, and make every reasonable effort to act for the customers’ or clients’ best interest and benefit.

• A member will not discriminate based on race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender or sexual orientation.

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• A member will be responsible at all times for truthful and non-deceptive advertising and promotion regarding their business and its products or services.

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• A member will support the ideals and goals of this organization, as well as support the gay/lesbian/bisexual/ transgendered community in general, in a constructive and positive manner.

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