2015-2016 LOUD Business Directory

2015–16 LOUD BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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Message from the LOUD board Welcome to the 2015/16 LOUD Business Directory.

Why are we LOUD? LOUD is an acronym for Leadership, Opportunity, Unity and Diversity. We have extended our brand from our charitable foundation as we believe the attributes are as important in the business world as in a charity. LOUD Business is founded on three pillars: Networking, Community & Philanthropy and we strive to blend these principles in all our activities. We host events. We produce printed and online resources and we run our charitable foundation.

In May last year we held a sell-out Gala lunch to recognize our 2014 LOUD Scholarship recipients. With the assistance of generous sponsors and donations, including a significant one from the West End Slo-pitch Association (WESA) we were able to award scholarships to students who are already demonstrating leadership in their communities throughout BC. We held our AGM in July and were pleased with the great interest of members and supporters. The board was re-elected and we were joined by Danielle Jarvis.

Later in the month we cemented our strong partnership with Vancouver Pride Society by jointly hosting a lunch reception for the Pride Legacy Award recipients for the second year. We rounded off the month by participating for the first time at Prince George Pride parade and festival celebrations, In August we took to the street of the West End in the Vancouver Pride Parade. Our small float punched above its weight with our booming music and enthusiastic dancing supporters carrying our signature pink umbrellas.

In September we resumed our popular Frequent Friday networking lunch series with business and community speakers. This is an increasingly popular monthly opportunity for members and visitors to enhance their reach within the LGBTQA community Our bi-weekly breakfast group (BNG) continues to meet at the Chateau Granville Hotel on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. The group welcomes new participants to join our loyal core group at friendly meetings open to all.

LOUD Lounge after work drinks has expanded into a monthly event for casual networking. Over 60

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Message from the LOUD board attended our holiday party in December and we have been moving the event around LOUD Business member venues.

Lezervations was born last September as a quarterly social series initiated by QMUNITY and LOUD Business to provide opportunities for LBTQ women to make business and personal connections. Each of these dinner events has been a sell-out.

For details of all LOUD Business events the first place to look is our website at www.loudbusiness.com.

We have the full calendar of LOUD events and other community events. Business and community group members can post their own events free of charge.

The website has a searchable member directory giving details of all our member businesses and organizations.

Also it is the first stop to find out about LOUD Business membership and to sign-up online.

Over the last year we have continued to work closely with Westender newspaper who host a monthly LOUD page showcasing our members, LOUD and community events. Check it out on the last Thursday of each month.

All of us at LOUD Business were deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Jim Deva in 2014. Jim was always a member and mentor. He had supported our charitable foundation since its inception with his time, advice and financially too in the form of the annual Little Sister’s Scholarship. We were proud to be asked by Jim’s partner Bruce, Janine and family to create the Jim Deva Memorial Fund. Donations have been flowing in to this dedicated fund from individuals and corporations.

With his family’s guidance and future donations this fund will support generations of young people to continue the legacy of selfless community support that

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Jim stood for.

The LOUD Foundation benefited again from a significant contribution from WESA and from individual scholarship sponsors. We thank them for their donations. The need for our support was demonstrated by an all-time record number of applications for our scholarship scheme from diverse applicants from all over BC. We will be able to make awards to 7 recipients at a ceremony in June 2015.

The board of LOUD Business strives to offer our members opportunities for exchange of ideas, networking and increased revenues. We aim to carve out a unique position. “We are where community meets commerce”. We actively invite and encourage non-members to participate in our events and hope that soon they will make a decision to join us. We are stronger and obviously louder together.

Please keep this directory close throughout the year and consider supporting our members as they support our community. Every dollar that you spend is a vote for the future that you would like to see.

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Executive Bios

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.

RYAN MCKINLEY

Vancity — Director

Ryan has been with Vancity for over seven years and a member of the 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 the LOUD Business his experience in sales, finance, and commu-

nity 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.

BLAIR SMITH

REALTOR® Royal LePage City Centre — 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. He has been an award winning Realtor every year since 2005.

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.

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Executive Bios

ISABELLE SWIDERSKI

Seven25. Design & Typography — Director 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.

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.

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.

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COMMUNITY LISTINGS

LOUD2015-2016 BUSINESS 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.

We achieve our mandate through our activities such as: • Networking opportunities • Increased Visibility • Education • Increased referrals/business • Member discounts

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.

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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 GLBT 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 the 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 business directory • The opportunity to run for a vacant seat on the LOUD Business’s Board of Directors

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.

We’re better together.

• Use of the LOUD Business logo • Business resources • Social networking promotion via Facebook and Twitter • Features on our Facebook Page • Business Networking Group (BNG) meetings twice monthly • Frequent Friday Lunches (first Friday of every month) • 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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2015-2016 business listings ACCOUNTANTS DAVID R MOORHOUSE INC CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT

David R Moorhouse, CA avid604@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 500 - 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 GBLT 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 douglasreynoldsgallery.com “Douglas Reynolds Gallery was established in 1995, and

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2015-2016 business listings is located in Vancouver on Granville street 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 marylee@axion.net 778-846-3554 www.indianartfromtheedge.com “Indian Art from the Edge is just that – works of art, drawings, paintings, carvings – from Indian (Aboriginal) artists whose lives ricochet from being homelessness, or living in emergency shelters, or tiny single rooms with barely enough space to turn around in — and it’s long and risky hallway to the toilet down the hall. But they manage to do their art wherever they are, whatever their situation. Then it is often a day-to-day round on the wet and cold streets of Vancouver, British Columbia, peddling the works piece by piece to passersby, offices where they are allowed to come in, or to regular customers by calling them and meeting to sell the latest piece.”

AUTO SERVICES & REPAIRS AUTO ART COLLISION AND PAINTING SERVICES

Helen Gardener helen@autoartvancouver.com 654 Derwent Way, Delta, BC V3M 5P3 604.521.0834 www.autoartvancouver.com Auto Body Shop specializing in complete Collision, Frame, Painting, and Detailing Services. Vendor for ICBC and Private insurers. Visit us at autoartvancouver.com

BARS & RESTAURANTS FISH HOUSE IN STANLEY PARK

KEMI WELLS info@fishhousestanleypark.com 8901 Stanley Park Drive, Vancouver, BC V6G 604.681.7275 www.fishhousestanleypark.com “Amongst the spectacular gardens of Stanley Park, close to English Bay, sits the historic Fish House. Relax while we invite you to enjoy a true West Coast culinary experience and tantalize your taste buds with delicious fresh fish and seafood. Or sit out on the patio or at the bar and enjoy a micro-brewed beer, glass of wine or a seasonal martini!

We are also the perfect venue to host boutique weddings, social and corporate events in one of our

AUTO SALES & LEASING AFFINITY AUTO

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.

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!

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2015-2016 business listings three dining rooms, or outside lawn. We also have a heritage wine cellar for intimate private dining for up to 12 guests!”

THE ELBOW ROOM CAFE

Rejean Patrice Savoie patricksavoie@yahoo.ca 560 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2G4 604.685.3628 www.theelbowroomcafe.com The Elbow Room was started in 1983 by Patrick Savoie and Brian Searle. Its original location, at 720 Jervis Street, was located in the first mayor of Vancouver’s house and was declared a heritage building. In 1996, we moved to our present location and also acquired a new partner, Soheil Sadri. After almost 20 years, we are still going strong. Come and check out our world famous breakfasts or our fabulous lunches.

THE FOUNTAINHEAD PUB

Michel Duprat michel.duprat@fthdpub.com 1025 Davie Street, Vancouver, BC V6E1M5 604.687.2222 www.thefountainheadpub.com

BOOKS LITTLE SISTER’S BOOK & ART EMPORIUM

info@littlesisters.ca 1238 Davie Street, Vancouver, 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 current 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 GLBT community has helped make Little Sister’s a recognizable name around the world.

BUSINESS SERVICES ANDREW MACKEY AND ASSOCIATES

Andrew Mackey andrewmackey.associates@gmail.com

303-400 Capilano Road, Port Moody, BC V3H 0E1 604.837.6471 http://empowerment-seminars.com “Change requires transformation. We must critically consider those things that prevent us from achieving our goals. Then we need to acquire the knowledge and skills that open new possibilities that will lead to the success we seek. http://empowerment-seminars.com provides a series of workshops that are transformational in nature and support each of us in enhancing our communications skills and life choices.”

DAVID CARLYLE

dcarlyle@dcarlyle.com 628 22 ND Ave. W. Vancouver, BC V5Z1Z6 778.885.6897 http://dcarlyle.com David Carlyle is a Certified Social Media Director & HootSuite Certified Professional providing business and nonprofits the strategies and content management required to maximize the marketing potential of Facebook and other leading social media platforms.

David is available for speaking engagements, staff training, workshops, campaign consultation and a full range of content management services.

ECOSAN HYGIENE

Myles Wilcott myles.wilcott@ecosan.ca 300 - 1090 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W9 604.537.6916 www.ecosan.ca ECOSAN Hygiene provides eco-friendly, commercial restroom sanitizing services to businesses of all kinds.

On a weekly basis our Hygiene Technicians will visit your facility to professionally detail clean and sanitize your restrooms, re-stock your paper and soap, maintain your air fresheners and overall ensure your restrooms convey a positive impression to keep your customers coming back and your employees happy. We also provide kitchen floor degreasing services for restaurants as well as other speciality cleaning services on request.

Our restrooms our CLEAN, SANITIZED, STOCKED, and ODOUR-FREE... what are yours like? Contact us today for a free hygiene consultation! 1 (844) 4-ECOSAN or service@ecosan.ca

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2015-2016 business listings INTENTIONAL SUCCESS INC

Mike Dreher admin@intentionalsuccessinc.com 1-155 Water Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1A7 604.332.2266 www.intentionalsuccessinc.com By providing training, coaching, consulting, and motivational speaking, Intentional Success Inc. empowers its clients to become clear about what they truly want. We help them to discover the freedom to build the success they choose. We are building a supportive and creative community of leaders who have integrity at their core – allowing them to thrive, support and inspire others to create their own amazing businesses and spectacular lives.

THE NEUTRAL ZONE COACHING & CONSULTING SERVICES INC.

Roy Johnson rjohnson@theneutralzone.ca #1500 - 800 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 2V6 604.656.2135 www.theneutralzone.ca Mediation, facilitation, education and investigation services for conflict resolution, workplace harassment and bullying complaints, allegations of discrimination, sensitivity training, rehabilitation of bullies and community and family dispute resolution

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 trouble shooting 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-thebox 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.

CAR SHARING CAR2GO

Justin MacDonald Justin.MacDonald@Daimler.com 330-321 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B1B8 778.328.2850 www.car2go.com/en/vancouver/ car2go is a carsharing organization designed to complement multiple forms of transportation including cycling, walking, transit, and station-based carsharing services. Our unique model offers members the ability to make one way trips, pay as you go, rates by the minute, and the ability to end a trip almost anywhere. No reservations required, just jump in and go!

CATERING THE LAZY GOURMET

Kevin Mazzone Kevin@lazygourmet.ca 1605 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J1N5 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 premiere 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

Life Scripts coaching is for men who are gay or bisexual who are concerned about coming out and the impact on their families, friends and careers.

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CEREMONIES CEREMONY PATHWAYS

Randy Keats ceremonyguy@gmail.com Westend, Vancouver, BC V6E 1G1 778.688.5555 www.ceremonypathways.ca “As a Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant® I combine decades of experience in leadership, coordination, performance and study into crafting a customized ceremony which is highly personalized, dynamic and memorable.

Wedding ceremonies may be non-denominational, traditional, non-traditional, hand fasting, or inter-faith ceremonies that reflect your needs, beliefs, cultural background and values.

My role in creating a ceremony is to act as a conduit and to foster the intention of the ceremony until its fulfilment. I accomplish this through storytelling (your love story at the wedding) and the use of ritual elements designed to enhance the ceremony experience.

I would be delighted to design a customized ceremony for you.”

CLOTHING & FASHION WALK THIS SWAY DESIGNS

Kevin Michael Perry Kevin@walkthissway.com Suite 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!

CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS KLONDIKE CONTRACTING

Eric Schapira info@klondikecontracting.com 300-1375 W 6 Ave, Vancouver, BC V6H 1B0 604.724.8220 www.klondikecontracting.com Regardless of the size of your construction project, our goal is to dazzle you with our award-winning & creative Design Build process!

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2015-2016 business listings 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 CHRISTOPHER NEEP & ASSOCIATES

Chris Neep chris@neep.ca PH7-1333 Winter Street, White Rock, BC V4B 3Y2 604.417.4710 www.neep.ca “Supporting people achieve excellence in the 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.

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.

Through LIFE SCRIPTS, my coaching process, I support you personally to live the most fulfilling life. I work particularly with gay men. I’ll support you through the challenges of coming out and being open and proudly gay in the workplace.

Before establishing my consulting practice, I held senior leadership positions in financial services, government, healthcare and the hospitality industry. I have the experience and professional qualifications to successful support you, personally and professionally.”

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

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SMART COOKIE CONSULTING

Caryl Dolinko caryl@smartcookie.ca 2315 East 3 Ave, Vancouver, BC V5N1J3 604.255.1185 www.smartcookie.ca “A Vancouver based marketing, communications, PR, and sponsorship firm. We offer a professional and fresh approach to grow your business creating results that matter. We help you increase awareness of your company or organization and ensure your brand reaches its target markets.

At Smart Cookie, we get to know our clients and work with you directly to create successful results. We offer unparalleled commitment to professionalism with a personal approach.”

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 Ave., 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.

DR JENNIFER RODRIGUES

Jennifer Rodrigues info@jennifer-rodrigues.com 206-4545 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6R 4N2 604.729.4129 www.jennifer-rodrigues.com You can live the life you wish. I will help you meet the challenge of changing unhelpful patterns and 16

resolving emotional distress or relational conflicts.

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, 1055 West Hastings and 805 W. Broadway in Vancouver. Jericho offers all new clients a Free 30 minutes Consultation.

JOE RAMIREZ INTEGRAL COUNSELLING

Joe Ramirez, MCP, CAC, CCC Joe@Joe-Ramirez.com 470 Granville St. # 415, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5 778.227.9423 www.Joe-Ramirez.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: • Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Symptoms • Latin-Canadian Cross Cultural Relationships and Identity • 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.

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.”

DR GARY SAULNIER REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

gsaul@shaw.ca 406-1168 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2X2 604.761.7614 www.gsaul.com Individuals/couples. Trauma, anxiety, depression, selfesteem, relationships, HIV/AIDS, grief, EMDR.

2015-2016 business listings ROSANNE JOHNSON COUNSELLING

Rosanne Johnson info@rosannejohnson.ca Hastings Street (at Boundary), Burnaby, BC V5K 2A9 604.319.2345 www.rosannejohnson.com I have a counselling service in North Burnaby. I offer counselling to the Lesbian/Gay community using a variety of proven techniques. As a lesbian counsellor, I have a deep understanding of both the issues and the diversity of culture in the LGBT community. My clients appreciate seeing a therapist who ”gets” what its like to be gay in a straight world. LGBT clients have told me that because I’m a lesbian who’s been out for more then 3 decades they know they can automatically trust that I will understand and not judge them for who they are. I use a variety of proven counselling and therapy techniques to assist those in the LGBT community to create meaningful and rich lives. As a couples counsellor I help people create healthy and fulfilling relationships.

I also help those struggling with past trauma or emotional pain, anxiety, depression, problems coming out, or confusion and pain about sexual or gender identity.

WILLOW TREE COUNSELLING

Megan Sutherland megan@willowtreecounselling.ca 915-1125 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K8 604.521.3404 www.willowtreecounselling.ca Professional, collaborative counselling and psychotherapy in Downtown Vancouver for depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship issues, eating disorders, grief / loss and life transitions. GLBTQ friendly.

Free 15-minute in-person or phone consultation.

Therapist Megan Sutherland, MSW, RCSW, is known for her warm, accepting approach. Let’s talk change!

DENTIST AARM DENTAL GROUP ON BEACH

Jim Armstrong aarmb@telus.net 112-1000 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6E4M9 604.683.5530 www.aarm-dental.com “Voted #1 Dentist/Dental Clinic Best of Vancouver 8 Years in a Row!!

Aarm Dental Group has 9 Locations: • 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 • Aarm Dental Group on Hornby 604-681-8530 • Aarm Dental Group in Yaletown 604-629-0386 • Aarm Dental Group in Squamish 1-877-898-4318 • Aarm Dental Group in Whistler 1-888-966-0599”

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PLAN DIRECT RESOURCES

Jeremy Perry jeremy@pdrbenefits.com 303-420 Carnarvon St, New Westminster, BC V3L 5P1

604.441.1475 www.pdrbenefits.com I’m an Employee Benefits Consultant. I focus on helping business owners and HR managers develop, implement and improve their employee benefit offerings. I also help sole-proprietors implement tax-effective solutions to allow them to put their family’s health and dental expenses through their business, instead of using taxed income to pay these expenses.

EVENT PRODUCTION ALPENGLOW PRODUCTIONS | WHISTLER PRIDE AND SKI FESTIVAL

Dean Nelson dean@gaywhistler.com 4005 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B4 604.288.7218 www.gaywhistler.com Certified LGBT Business Enterprise specializing in Event Production, Event Management, Marketing, Training.

Official producers of Whistler’s LGBT Pride Week - one of the largest Gay Ski Weeks in the world. Annually, last week of January.

FINANCE & BANKING CCEC CREDIT UNION

Ross Gentleman rgentleman@ccec.bc.ca 2248 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4B5 604.254.4100 ccec.bc.ca CCEC provides services to community organizations, co-ops, projects and individuals who are members of, or employed by, these organizations. CCEC pursues community economic development and social justice agendas.

VANCITY SAVINGS CREDIT UNION

Mary Phelps mary_phelps@vancity.com 1798 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 1E2 604.877.7478 www.vancity.com Financial Co-Operative

FINANCIAL PLANNING & INVESTMENTS MONTEIRO AND MACKINNON FINANCIAL - SUN LIFE

Kenton Reid McBurney kenton.mcburney@sunlife.com 1100 Melville Street Suite 1550, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A6 604.683.3656 www.sunlife.ca/kenton.mcburney “Our firm specializes in many types of insurance and investments such as Mutual Funds, Segregated funds, RRSPs, Annuities, Life Insurance, Critical Life Insurance, Disability and Health &Travel Insurance as well as Group Benefits. I’m working with an awesome investment firm Monteiro and MacKinnon Financial Solutions Inc. I’m so excited to be working with them as they have 30 plus years in the business and are million dollar round table diamond award winning financial advisors. What makes 17

2015-2016 business listings our firm different is our approach. We offer financial management that is personal and holistic. We are a smaller firm which gives us the time to offer meticulous attention to detail that our clients have come to love and respect. We truly care about our clients and our goal is for your happiness, peace of mind and financial security. We are not a big bank where you call in and are just a number talking to a machine. You can call me or any of my senior partners or staff and talk to a real person who knows you and truly cares.

My goal in my life has always been to help others, have a sense of contribution, add value to lives and my community, my family, my awesome friends and at the same time, experience joy and happiness and meaning in my own life. I am so excited for my new career as it offers the best possible way for me to achieve all this while helping people achieve their own personal and financial goals. I’d love to meet with you and see if I can help you with any of your goals. This can be as small as just starting a RRSP contribution of $100 a month, opening a tax free savings account, saving for retirement, insurance for peace of mind for your children or partner, to getting a second opinion on your investments.”

SMART INVESTMENT STRATEGIES | INVESTIA FINANCIAL

Kelsey Smart, CFP, CHS kelsey@smartinvestments.bc.ca 101-1111 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2H4 778.945.0808 www.kelseysmart.ca “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 professionals and small business owners; all are responsible and goal-oriented. I help clients in the 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 minimization.”

FIRE PLACES VANCOUVER GAS FIREPLACES

Dawne Pierce dpierce@vangasfireplaces.com 235 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1L9

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604.732.3470 www.vangasfireplaces.com Vancouver’s #1 fireplace experts for condos, apartments & homes. We also have firepits, bbqs and patio heaters.

Serving the GLBTQ community for over 12 years.

FLORIST BLUMEN FLORAL BOUTIQUE

Nghia Diep info@blumen.ca 438 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1N9 604.708.0882 www.blumen.ca

FUNERAL SERVICES AMHERST FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES

Christian Natadiredja christian@amherstcremation.com 1209-207 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B1H7 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.

GARDENING 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

2015-2016 business listings GRAPHIC DESIGNERS PLANE CREATIVE - PRINT & WEB DESIGN

Jason Lau info@plane-creative.com 144 - 2906 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6K 2G8 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 organizations 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.

As a small design shop, we see our limits as opportunities. At Plane Creative we’ve built up a network of collaborators that can add a little extra to our projects to help you reach your audiences in the most effective way.

Contact us now and let us turn your questions into answers.”

SEVEN25. DESIGN & TYPOGRAPHY INC.

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

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.”

HEALTH & WELLNESS PACIFIC COAST MASSAGE THERAPY

Christopher Robins, RMT christopher.robins.rmt@gmail.com 1118-736 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1G3 604.687.4078 www.pacificcoastmassage.ca Extended health / ICBC. Days/Eves/Wknds. Deep Tissue/Med/Sports/Relaxation/Therapeutic/Downtown Location.

PURE FLOAT

info@purefloat.ca 1197 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 0A8 778.686.8735

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

VANCOUVER’S PEDIATRIC & FAMILY WELLNESS CHIROPRACTOR

Sabrina Chen-See drchensee@gmail.com #1110 - 750 W 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 ChenSee 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!”

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.

BLUE HORIZON HOTEL

John Pritchard salesbluehorizon@telus.net 1225 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C3 604.688.1411 www.bluehorizonhotel.com Situated on Robson Street, at the crossroads of the vibrant West End community and the hustle and bustle of downtown. 214 beautifully appointed corner rooms with balconies, many with million dollar views. 100% non-smoking hotel, free high speed Internet access in all guest rooms and throughout the hotel. Green Key Ecorated. The Level 31 banquet facilities offer spectacular views for meetings, receptions, parties and are catered to by our ABODE Restaurant. Our Guest Service Agents extend to you a warm welcome and make your stay a truly great experience.

ROSEWOOD HOTEL GEORGIA

Timothy Edgecombe timothy.edgecombe@rosewoodhotels.com 801 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6C1P7 604.673.7018 19

2015-2016 business listings www.rosewoodhotels.com/hotelgeorgia First opened in 1927, the Hotel Georgia, now known as Rosewood Hotel Georgia, came to be known as Vancouver’s most historic & elegant retreat. When unveiled in 2011 the legendary property has been returned to its elegant stature at the heart of the city.

THE LISTEL HOTEL & FORAGE

Lise Magee lise@thelistelhotel.com 1300 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1C5 604.661.1415 thelistelhotel.com foragevancouver.com I represent both “Vancouver’s most art-full hotel” and award-winning Forage Restaurant on Robson. We offer great accommodation and remarkable farm to table fare.

THE SYLVIA HOTEL

sales@sylviahotel.com 1154 Gilford Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2P6 604.681.9321 www.sylviahotel.com The Sylvia Hotel is a designated heritage building, ideally located on English Bay, beside Stanley Park and just 5 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Built in 1912, the Sylvia Hotel is a city landmark and one of Vancouver’s greatest treasures. The location is a favourite for business travelers wanting to be out of the

busy downtown core, for families vacationing on the beach or for romantic getaways.

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 begun 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

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Francisco Javier Barajas fbarajas@aol.com 4987 Colllingwood 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.

Shahraz Kassam shahraz@shamin.com 8138 128TH Street, Unit 173 Surrey, BC V3W 1R1 604.593.6935 We have opened a new custom design office in Payal Business Centre, Surrey. Our hours are Wednesday to Sundays, 12 to 6pm. Shahraz can also meet you at your convenience for custom orders.

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K.R. PARKES GOLDSMITH & HAND ENGRAVER

Linda Chung studio@krparkes.com 115 - 525 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 3H7 www.krparkes.com Goldsmith Hand Engraver Canadian Diamonds Wedding & Engagement Rings Haida Jewelry Carver

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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 everything from helping someone prepare their will, to fighting ground breaking equality rights cases, to drafting donor insemination agreements for couples planning a child

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VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTS

604.808.3614 info@hammerwatkinson.com www.hammerwatkinson.com Serving the community for 20 years Re/Max Crest Realty (Westside)

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

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DAHL & CONNORS

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

EMBARKATION LAW GROUP

Joshua Sohn joshua@elgcanada.com 600-609 West Hastings St. Box 26 Princess Bldg, Vancouver, BC V6B 4W4 604.662.7404 http://www.elgcanada.com/joshua.htm Joshua Sohn successfully represents clients in all Canadian immigration and citizenship matters.

I-MIGRATE IMMIGRATION LAW

Michael O’Rourke moxrou@gmail.com 210 - 128 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V6B 1G8 604.354.7717 www.i-migrate.com i-Migrate Immigration Law assists individuals and businesses with a wide range of immigration matters in both Canada and the United States.

JARVISLEGAL LAW CORPORATION

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).

Contact us today to find out how we can assist you, your business or organization (604) 637-8711 or info@jarvislegal.ca”

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

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2015-2016 business listings MCMILLAN LLP

Daniel Dex daniel.dex@mcmillan.ca 1055 West Georgia Street, Suite 1500, Vancouver, BC V6E 4N7 778.998.5776 www.mcmillan.ca Daniel Dex is a U.S. and B.C. qualified partner in the Capital Markets Group of McMillan LLP, a full-service business law firm with offices across Canada.

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.”

MOUZOURAKIS & COMPANY

George Mouzourakis gm@mouzourakis.com 1119-808 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H2 604.684.2664 www.mouzourakis.com “Personal Injury Claims - ICBC, Slip/Fall, Back Injury, Wrongful Death and other injuries.

At Mouzourakis & Company, our practice is 100% dedicated to representing people suffering from personal injuries, people just like you. We know what your legal rights and obligations are and will use our legal knowledge and experience to achieve the best possible outcome for you. We always work for you with your best interests in mind.

George Mouzourakis Trial Lawyer Tel: 604 684 2664 Fax: 604 688 1579 gm@mouzourakis.com Coleen Long Legal Assistant Tel: 604 684 2664 Fax: 604 688 1579 la@mouzourakis.com”

PIETROW LAW GROUP

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

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We are a team of family lawyers who provide legal services in all areas of family law, including: • All matters relating to children, including custody, guardianship, relocation and adoption • All financial matters, including division of property and debts, child and spousal support, and complex financial issues • Separation Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements and Marriage Agreements • Emergecy and Time-Sensitive Matters • Litigation and Appeals

We resolve matters through negotiations, mediation, collaborative law, and family law litigation.

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Ronald Pederson rgp@rgplawgroup.ca 501-1250 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1C6 604.568.5908 www.rgplawgroup.ca Over 24 years experience in the areas of immigration, personal injury, civil & criminal litigation.

MARINA PILOTHOUSE MARINA

Morgane Oger office@thePilothouseMarina.com 13172 Sexw Amin, Garden Bay, BC V0N1S0 604.883.2478 www.thepilothousemarina.com “We are a boutique marina in Pender Harbour with exquisite vacation cottages, boat rentals, and more water toys than you can shake your tush at.

Imagine breakfast on your deck with the ocean literally at your feet... Take a long weekend or a week away from it all in our private exquisite sun-drenched 1-br or 2-br waterfront cottages. Do you like having your own beach? Do you like pretty, undiscovered spots that like everyone? This is the place!

Ask us about renting the Cape Pine for a unique floating hotel experience in our historic 1942 ship.

Let us organize an exhilarating wilderness adventure with picnic on the water in our high speed zodiac. Come for a dive. Learn how to pilot a 100-ft ship. Find a hot rock to lie on and let the sun warm your skin. Spend a week away from land with a chef in a very large boat...!

We know how to have fun.”

MORTGAGES DOMINION LENDING CENTRE CASA MORTGAGES INC.

Elain Ng elain.mortgageandmoney@gmail.com 1495 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5N2R6 778.908.2447 www.mortgageandmoney.ca “Since I become the Mortgage Expert at Dominion Lending Centres Casa Mortgage, Vancouver BC Canada, my businesses in residential and commercial mortgages are growing. I am able to find the best financial solutions for my customers because I have 90 lenders (banks, credit unions, trust companies and Alt A lenders) and 200 private lenders to talk to.

MORTGAGES financing solutions I can help with are : • First-Time Homebuyers, Investors & Pensioners • New Immigrants, Non-Residents & Offshore • Professionals , Self Employed, 100% Commission Salespeople , Seasonal Workers, Waiters & Bartenders • Divorcees, Re-establish Credit & Bankruptcy Borrowers , Residential & Commercial Properties, also Construction Projects , Private Sale, Government Leased Lands, Mobile Homes on own lands, Rent to Own Options, and Cash Back Mortgages.

LEASING & FINANCING available for: • New & Used Equipment , Purchase & Lease Back, Leasing Solutions, Working Capital and Financing • Merchant Cash Advance Loans on Future Credit/Debit

Card Transactions, Accounts Receivable Factoring, Purchase Order and Inventory Financing.

Please connect with me in your plans and projects. I am happy to look for the choices of lender(s) for you, your family, your friends and your customers. Thank you.

Sincerely yours, Elain Ng, AMP, BA Cellular/ text: 778 908 2447 Elain.mortgageandmoney@gmail.com”

MORTGAGE ALLIANCE WEST

Gina Best gina@mawest.ca 1 - 155 Water Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1A7 604.730.5020 www.mawest.ca Your mortgage is one of the biggest investments you will ever make, I believe that you should know all your options. I will help you find the best solution for your mortgage needs.

MORTGAGE ALLIANCE WEST

Tony Marchigiano tony@mawest.ca 1-155 Water Street, Vancouver, BC V3M3A5 604.505.7109 http://mawest.ca/our-brokers/coastal/ tony-marchigiano/ “Thinking of buying a home? Renovating or refinancing the one you own? Not sure how much you can borrow?

Mortgages

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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2015-2016 business listings I can help find the right solution for YOU. 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.”

THE DRIVE MORTGAGE STORE

Laura Stein info@drivemortgage.com 1250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X4 604.258.8897 www.drivemortgage.com We are a mortgage financing storefront where anyone can come in and meet with a mortgage consultant face-to-face to discuss your financial options! We service residential and commercial clientele.

VANCITY

Ryan McKinley Ryan_McKinley@vancity.com 898 W Pender St., 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 the Westender as the best Mortgage Specialist in Vancouver.

MOVERS ACTION MOVERS INC.

Mark Hirschi mark@amovers.com 273 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 1A7 604.694.7777 www.amovers.com Action Movers is a privately owned and family operated Vancouver moving company. We are a professional moving company that provides affordable, quality moving services across the lower mainland areas and local moving services in BC. We offer packing, moving, delivery, and long distance moving

OPTICAL SERVICES ABASA OPTICAL

Azra Kamrudin azra@abasaoptical.com 1037 Davie Street, Vancouver, V6E 1M7 604.687.3937 www.abasaoptical.com We offer sight testing and a ridiculous selection of designer frames, contacts, sunnies and reading glasses.

Proudly serving Davie Village for over 20 years.

AC TION MOVERS 604 694 7777

VISIT US  AMOVERS.COM

Ask us how we move in more environmentally friendly ways.

HOUSE, OFFICE & APARTMENT MOVING EXPERTS

Interior/Exterior painting services for residential & commercial • 3-year guarantee • Full WBC coverage • $5 million liability insurace

CRAIG WECKERLE

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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

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2015-2016 business listings OTTICO & VANCOUVER BLOCK OPTOMETRISTS

info@ottico.ca 738 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1E4 604.681.8653 www.ottico.ca We are committed to continuing professional development and to offering the most up-to-date and advanced treatment to our patients.

PAINTERS VOGUE PAINTING

Craig Weckerle craig@voguepainting.ca 310-4363 Halifax St, 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.

PHOTOGRAPHER 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 intimate portraiture using natural and studio lighting to create compelling and vibrant images for my fabulous clients.”

www.vancouver-print.ca 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.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HOLLYBURN PROPERTIES

Katrina May katrina@hollyburn.com 300-1650 Alberni, Vancouver. BC V6G1B1 604.622.7345 www.hollyburn.com Hollyburn Properties is a Canadian family-owned and operated property management company founded in 1972. 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 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.

VICTORBOY PHOTOGRAPHY— VICTOR BEARPARK

Victor Bearpark vgb925@gmail.com 1-925 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Y7 604.802.0742 Victor captures all the parties, events and goings on that are worth capturing!

PRINTERS EASTVANGRAPHICS

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

MINUTEMAN PRESS DOWNTOWN VANCOUVER

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

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2015-2016 business listings PENMAN PROPERTIES

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

WESTENDER

PUBLICATIONS

Gail Nugent gnugent@westender.com 205-1525 W 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1T5 604.742.8678 westender.com Founded in 1949 as the voice of Downtown Vancouver, Westender is the city’s original alternative weekly newspaper.

Westender strives to bring you stories you can’t find anywhere else, focusing on Vancouver’s most fascinating personalities, contentious issues, and the inside scoop on what’s going down in our town.

Whether your interest is the local food scene, music, arts, entertainment, film, television, politics, or healthy living, the Westender’s expert columnists will connect you with a side of our city you’ve never seen before.

From Kitsilano to the East Village, from Mt. Pleasant to Coal Harbour, Westender is Everything Vancouver.

PINK TRIANGLE PRESS

REAL ESTATE

Robin Perelle robin.perelle@dailyxtra.com 501-1033 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1M7 604.684.96962134 dailyxtra.com Visit dailyxtra.com for all your news, views, arts, events and travel coverage.

BLAIR SMITH, REALTOR® - ROYAL LEPAGE CITY CENTRE VANCOUVER

Blair Smith homes@blairsmith.ca #204-345 Robson Street, Library Square 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 .....Helping YOU Make All The Right MOVES.”

ERIK CARLSON, REALTOR® CENTURY 21 IN TOWN REALTY

LinkedIn Testimonial Top Qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative “I found Blair to be an excellent agent.

Personable, organized and knowledgeable, he made the selling process as easy as possible. His dedication is impressive. I highly recommend Blair as a very professional and conscientious agent. Thanks Blair!”

—Sheena My Knowledge. Our Strategy.

Your Desired Results.

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Erik Carlson erik@erikcarlson.ca 421 Pacific Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2P5 604.719.1501 www.erikcarlson.ca Addressing. You. — Every seller or buyer has the same goal, but every person has different needs in how to reach that goal. Your individuality will be respected and your voice will be heard working with me. Selling your address or finding the right address is important, but being addressed is equally as important.

MACDONALD REALTY— DARRYL PERSELLO

Darryl Persello darryl@darrylpersello.com 4387 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V3R1 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

2015-2016 business listings to navigate around them. I help with all the difficult decisions so you can just go home!

SCOTT BARRY—REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL, SUTTON WEST COAST REALTY

SCOTT BARRY, B.A. srbarry@telus.net 301 - 1508 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1W8 604.916.4354 www.VancouversAgent.com Experienced Award Winning Agent Focusing on the Vancouver Condo Market.

TIM WRAY, REALTOR® - PROMPTON REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Tim Wray tim@timwray.ca 201-179 Davie Street (Yaletown), 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.

MAKE A SMART MOVE!”

RELAXATION UNDER THE PIANO - CRAIG ADDY

Craig Addy Craig@UnderThePiano.ca 604 - 1350 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2X3 604.662.3053

www.UnderThePiano.ca “Under the Piano is a Sound Spa for Body, Mind, and Soul.

Enjoy a massage with sound while lying under a grand piano. Your body is infused and cocooned by the piano’s powerful and deeply relaxing vibrations while your mind and soul are treated to a unique premium improvised concert of beautiful music created just for you. One of Vancouver’s truly unique experiences.”

RETAIL LONDON DRUGS

John Pettersen JPettersen@londondrugs.com 1650 Davie St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1V9 604.448.4850 londondrugs.com London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned and is focused on local customers’ satisfaction.

SENIOR LIVING & SERVICES DIAMOND GERIATRICS

Peter Silin eldercare@diamondgeriatrics.com 288 West 8th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1S6 604.874.7764 www.diamondgeriatrics.com Diamond Geriatrics is the oldest Care Management service in Western Canada. We provide a full range of services for Seniors, Caregivers, and family members including assessments and care planning, housing consultation, advocacy, family meetings , case management, service co-ordination, monitoring in home or in a Seniors Residence, counselling around issues of grief, loss, guilt, caregiver stress and burnout.

If you are a senior or family member/caregiver, call us for a free 15 minute consultation on how we can help give you peace of mind.

LEISURE CARE CANADA

Catherine Wallbank Cwallbank@leisurecare.com 1275 West 6th Ave. - Suite 22, Vancouver, BC V6H 1A6 416.230.4545 www.discovertapestry.com Leisure Care Canada is a management company that

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SERVICES CHEAP AND CHEERFUL

Ron Wilson ronaldkwilson52@gmail.com 1801-1438 Richards Street, Vancouer, BC V6Z3B8 604.842.0750 www.cheapandcheerful.ca 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 its 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!

VANCOUVER ASTROLOGY

TOURISM ROBERT SUNG TOURS (DBA “A WOK AROUND CHINATOWN”)

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

TRADEMARK SERVICES KENNETH BRADLEY TRADEMARK SERVICES

Ken Poulin ken@kennethbradleytm.com 1302-1323 Homer Street, Vancouver, BC V6B5T1 604.696.0368 www.kennethbradleytm.com Kenneth Bradley Trademark Services is an intellectual property consulting firm specializing in trademark services for entrepreneurs, professionals and brand owners of every kind. A unique, compelling brand is the greatest financial asset an individual or business can create - and that’s why we are passionate about legally protecting your brand through trademark registration.

As a trademark educator, Ken Poulin is certified by the government to practice professional trademark portfolio management. He personally assists his clients in the registration of their trademarks in Canada and worldwide. Call for your free consultation!

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Thomas McPherson thomas@vancouverastrology.com 970 Burrard St., c/o Electra Health Floor, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R4 604.669.7676 vancouverastrology.com Astrologer Thomas McPherson offers natal chart

readings, forecasting updates, relationship analyses and more. Discover your potential as written in the stars.

Gain better understanding of your relationship needs and career path. Be ready for the upcoming shifts in your life and be empowered to make decisions accordingly.

Thomas McPherson holds the Diploma from the Faculty Of Astrological Studies (London), a qualification recognized by the astrological community worldwide.

Consultations in person, or by phone/Skype.

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

Is your business 51%+ LGBT owned & operated?

Corporations in Canada are diversifying their supply chains and want to buy goods & services from companies just like yours.

Learn more about LGBT supplier diversity certification at

www.cglcc.ca Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce

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2015-2016 business listings TRAVEL BUDGET HOTELS

Graeme Boyd gb@emanation.ca 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.

RAINBOW TRAVEL INC.

Nigel Stephen Jacobson info@rainbowtravelonline.com 150 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1V9 604.872.2627 www.rainbowtravelonline.com Located at Broadway/Main St. European & Worldwide Gay Destinations with a Difference. Small enough to care, big enough to make it happen!

VENUE THE DANCE CENTRE

604.606.6400 www.thedancecentre.ca 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.

VETERINARY SERVICES YALETOWN PET HOSPITAL

Rob Spooner drspooner@yaletownpethospital.com 893 Expo Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6B1C4 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.

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

Could you use a $2000 Scholarship?

The LOUD Foundation invests in future leaders of the Canadian 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 2015 and closes in January 2016.

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2015-2016 community listings ADOPTIVE FAMILIES ASSOCIATION OF BC

Michelle McBratney kmadeiros@bcadoption.com 7342 Winston Street, Burnaby, BC V5A 2H1 604.320.7330 www.bcadoption.com AFABC provides province-wide support and advice to families in all stages of the adoption journey.

AIDS VANCOUVER

Brian Chittock brianc@aidsvancouver.org 1107 Seymour Streeet, Vancouver, BC V6B 5S8 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 www.bccpd.bc.ca “Mandate is to support people with disabilities to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in society.

We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services (assistance with provincial and federal disability benefits), community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.”

BC SOCIETY FOR MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE

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 Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J4 604.328.7202 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.

CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY, BC & YUKON

Larry Amstutz lamstutz@bc.cancer.ca 565 West 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J4 778.867.5015 “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” - Dr. Seuss I currently work in not for profit and have 35 years business experience including financial planning. I enjoy meeting new people and believe in “playing nice in the sandbox” with everyone!

As a Charitable Giving Advisor my role is to help people to create their own charitable giving plan and legacy, no matter what charitable cause they would like to support. My core belief is that the majority of people will help others in need AND they would do more if they could. I help them define their charitable interests and focus them on the impact that they want to make. Then assist their professional advisors to create a personal charitable giving plan, which could include: passing down their values, leaving their mark on the world, and also providing maximum tax relief.

A legacy gift helps fund the best cancer research, prevention initiatives and support programs.

cancer.ca

Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon Division 565 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5Z 4J4 Toni Andreola, Director, Planned Giving 1-800-663-2524, ext 7112 • tandreola@bc.cancer.ca

Charitable Registration Number: 118829803 RR0001

Join the fight.

Leave a legacy.

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2015-2016 community listings “Larry is a strong ally to the LGBTQ community. He is an expert in his field of planned charitable giving. As more and more people incorporate charitable giving in their financial planning, Larry’s expertise, professionalism, and genuine caring are invaluable.” Kelsey Smart, BA, CFP, CHS Certified Financial Planner www.kelseysmart. ca”

CRISIS INTERVENTION & SUICIDE PREVENTION CENTRE OF BC

Ian Ross info@crisiscentre.bc.ca 763 East Broardway, 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.

DANCEHOUSE

Jim Smith jim@dancehouse.ca 104-336 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5T 4R6 604.801.6225 www.dancehouse.ca DanceHouse presents large-scale international dance presentations at the Vancouver Playhouse.

DR. PETER AIDS FOUNDATION

Kathryn Sutton ksutton@drpeter.org 1110 Comox St., 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 Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 0A1 604.613.0713 Foundationofhope.net Foundation of Hope is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of LGBT Refugees, Immigrants, Asylum seekers and migrants through financial support of Canadian non-profits who work directly with this population.

THE FRANK THEATRE COMPANY

Chris Gatchalian chris@thefranktheatre.com Suite 220, 111 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V5N 1N3 778.840.7132 www.thefranktheatre.com 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.

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.

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.”

Every donation makes a difference!

When you make a gift to the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation, you help provide vital care for people living with HIV.

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2015-2016 community listings FRIENDS & COMPANY GLBT NETWORKING

Martin Spencer friends@friendsandcompany.ca 1918 Fir Street, Vancouver, BC V6J 5E2 604730100 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 anti-bullying and teen suicide prevention initiatives of Out in Schools.

GREATER SEATTLE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Louise Chernin office@thegsba.org 400 E Pine St, 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

LOve events seeks to create safe, welcoming and fun environments for the full cultural spectrum of the LGBTQ+ community to come together, whilst raising funds and awareness for local community organizations.”

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.”

OUT ON SCREEN

peter@outonscreen.com 405 - 207 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7 604.844.1615 www.outonscreen.com 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.

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.

LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA

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

Contact: Sara Burgess, extension 5197”

VANCOUVER’S MEDICINAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY

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LOVE EVENTS

Al Boyo akm103ox@gmail.com Vancouver 778.866.7074 www.facebook.com/lovepartyvancouver “LOve events is fast becoming a hub of information for Vancouver’s LGBTQ+ community. Please like us on facebook for weekly what’s on guides, competition ticket giveaways and highlights of community organizations: www.facebook.com/lovepartyvancouver

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2015-2016 community listings POSITIVE LIVING BC

Stephen King stephenk@positivelivingbc.org 803 East Hastings, Vancouver, BC V6A 2C3 604.893.2200 www.positivelivingbc.org “POSITIVE LIVING BC is dedicated to empowering persons living with HIV/AIDS through mutual support and collective action.

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.

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

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

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

PRIDE IN ART SOCIETY

Sharia Holman sdholman@prideinart.ca 1019 Broughton Street, Vancouver, BC V6G 2A7 604.683.2554 ueerartsfestival.com The Queer Arts Festival (QAF), produced by the Pride in Art Society, taps into the visceral power of the arts to build a better world. We bring our diverse communities together in the intimate act of sharing as artists and audiences, as we dispel hatred through the visibility, recognition and celebration of lives that transgress sexual and gender norms.

QMUNITY

Dara Parker dara.parker@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.

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.

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 36

Welcoming! Inclusive! Progressive Theology! Committed to Social Justice! Four services: Traditional, Jazz, Gospel and Taize.

ST. PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

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

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 11:00 AM 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.

VANCOUVER PRIDE SOCIETY

Ben Rawluk brawluk@vancouverpride.ca 304-1080 Howe St., 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

2015-2016 community listings 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, 19801986); the Mary Anne McEwen Collection (co-founder/ Board member 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.

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.”

WEST END SLO-PITCH ASSOCIATION (WESA)

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

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

Membership to WE Arts is open to all West End residents.

WISH DROP-IN CENTRE SOCIETY

Kate Gibson wishdropincentre@telus.net 334 Alexander Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1C3 604.669.9474 www.wish-vancouver.net 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 15-29 throughout BC to reduce vulnerability to HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis C through peer support, peer education and shared leadership.

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2015-2016 Membership community application listings To find out more about LOUD Business and join our community please go to www.loudbusiness.com Membership Tiers For 2015 Small Business ($200 + GST) Listing in the LOUD Business online directory One category Business Name / Member Name Address / Phone / Email / Website + Select any listing enhancements Not for Profit ($100 + GST) All benefits of a Small Business Membership + Access to events listings on LOUD Business site Member rates for events for staff and board members Discounted rate on e-blasts

Corporate 51-100 employees ($500 + GST) 101 + employees ($1,000 + GST) Listing in the LOUD Business online directory Member rate to all events Up to 5 employees listed Student or First Year in Business ($50 + GST) Member rate for all events Membership Bundles for Small Businesses Business Plus ($350 + GST) ($460 value) All benefits of a Small Business Membership + All listing enhancements (incl. 1 quarter of Featured listing) + Registration to all breakfast networking meetings Business Plus ($600 + GST) ($750 value) All benefits of a Business Plus Membership + Website sidebar ad (1 quarter)

Code of ethics We, as members of the 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 conduct business with strict adherence to the laws of their respective city/ province of business, and to business or professional codes existent for the particular business or profession, and in accordance with generally accepted business practices.

• 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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