Updates
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Positive Talk Monthly Meeting Registration
Positive Talk will be on Tuesday October 20th from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. This month’s edition features a Q&A session in collaboration with the Vancouver Divisions of Family Practice and Dr. Stone to answer any questions you have regarding accessing primary care in BC while living with HIV.
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October Programs in Vancouver and Surrey
October 2026 Ribbon Community Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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AIDS Walk 2026: 40th Anniversary
Ribbon Community is thrilled to host this year’s 40th anniversary AIDS Walk on Friday, September 18. It’s a free community event about the past, present, and future of the HIV response, and everyone is welcome. Thanks to generous sponsorship from ViiV Healthcare, this event is free!
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September Programs in Vancouver and Surrey
September 2026 Ribbon Community Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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Ribbon Victoria Community Picnic
We are so excited to host our first Ribbon Community picnic in Victoria. The Ribbon Victoria team, including a case manager, two peers, and a program coordinator will be there to say hi!
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August Programs in Vancouver and Surrey
August 2026 Ribbon Community Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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July Programs in Vancouver and Surrey
July 2026 Ribbon Community Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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June Programs in Vancouver and Surrey
June 2026 Ribbon Community Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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Camp Moomba comes to Ribbon
Camper Interest Form
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Welcoming youth programs
Since 1994, YouthCO has been a unique space for youth-driven, anti-oppressive, sex-positive, and innovative programs, conversations, and support. Today, YouthCO announced a winding down of the organization by March 31, 2026. This is an immense loss in our communities. Youth leadership is irreplaceable.
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APPLY BY JUNE 1: Kenneth Lackner Scholarship
Ribbon Community will be awarding a Kenneth Lackner Scholarship of $2,500 in June 2026. This scholarship provides funding for education at a recognized, Canadian postsecondary education institution
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May Programs in Vancouver & Surrey
May 2026 Ribbon Communuity Lower Mainland CalendarDownload
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2026 Grocery Schedules: Vancouver & Surrey
Ribbon Grocery provides eligible community members free produce, protein, pantry and hygiene items. More information about this program, including how to register, is available here.
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Ribbon Community amalgamates with VPWAS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Vancouver & Victoria, B.C. – February 18, 2026 – Ribbon Community (formerly AIDS Vancouver) and the Vancouver Island Persons Living with HIV/AIDS Society (VPWAS) are proud to announce their formal amalgamation, effective April 1, 2026. This partnership unites two of British Columbia’s HIV organizations to ensure long-term stability and peer-led support for…
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VPWAS Update, New Office Space
As autumn settles in it’s time to update you on VPWAS.
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