Metro Vancouver has among North America’s largest sex worker populations. In addition to the many barriers to exiting sex work, there is a lack of services for sex workers who wish to transition to other employment.
THURSDAY, THREE-PART SERIES | 5PM – 7PM | FREE EVENT
February 7 – Clothing Swap
February 14 – Movie Night
February 21 – Surprise!
During the month of February, PACE is offering a weekly series of FUN events! PACE Society is located at 148 W. Hastings St. in Vancouver. Contact Kit at kit@pace-society.org for more information and to RSVP.
STARTS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2019 | 12:30PM – 3:00PM | FREE EVENT
This 8-week program facilitated by Aboriginal Front Door Society runs once a week on Wednesdays, from 12:30 – 3:00 pm. It starts February 6, 2019 and ends March 27, 2019. The Traumatic Losses Healing Circle is designed to help people process the grief and pain they feel at the loss of a loved one using Indigenous Culture. Lunch is provided.
Space is limited, so prior registration is required. Please contact Candace Parnell at 604-697-5662 or email candaceafds@gmail.com to register or for more information. AFDS is located at 384 Main Street at the corner of Main and Hasting in Vancouver.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018 | 12:00PM – 3:00PM | FREE EVENT
It was so successful the first time that AFDS is doing it again! Candace Parnell is facilitating a “Make your own Rattle” workshop. The rattle is a strong connector to culture, spirituality, and personal journey; it’s music can help you to clear your mind. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so register early! For more information or to register, call Candace at 604-697-5662 or email transitionsafd@gmail.com. AFDS is located at 384 Main Street at the corner of Main and Hasting in Vancouver.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2018 | 7:20PM – 8:20PM | FREE EVENT
Learn the basics of resume writing specific to the needs of sex workers, including how to identify transferable skills, manage time gaps, references, and volunteer experience. Billy and Alvaro will guide you through the process of creating a resume that works for you. For more information or to register, call HIM at 604-488-1001 or email alvaro@checkhimout.ca.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30 TO DECEMBER 2, 2018 | FREE EVENT
Friday, November 30: 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturday, December 1: 12:00 – 6:00 pm
Sunday, December 2: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
WISH Transitions is hosting its first annual Winter Craft Fair at the Foot of Main Art Gallery, located at 119 Main Street, Vancouver. A wide variety of locally made and hand-crafted gifts will be available for sale. Come and check out these unique gift options and support the local community.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 | 12:00PM – 3:00PM | FREE EVENT
Earl Crow and Candace Parnell are facilitating a “Make your own Rattle” workshop. The rattle is a strong connector to culture, spirituality, and personal journey; it’s music can help you to clear your mind. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so register early! For more information or to register, call Candace at 604-697-5662 or email candaceafds@gmail.com. AFDS is located at 384 Main Street at the corner of Main and Hasting in Vancouver.
STARTS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2018 | 2PM – 4PM | FREE EVENT
Funded by the City of Vancouver, this 8-week photo-based workshop series starts October 12 and ends November 30, with a special event the evening of Monday, December 17. Participants must be available for the whole workshop series.
The Resistance Project is facilitated by local photographer Jackie Dives (http://jackiedives.com) who will work with participants to tap into their photographic voice to counter stigma, reaffirm agency and resist mainstream narratives that contribute to the stigma that sex workers experience. No previous photography experience is required. PACE Society is located at 148 W. Hastings St. in Vancouver. Contact Caroline at caroline@pace-society.org for more information.
STARTS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 | 6:30PM – 8:30PM | FREE EVENT
This is an 8-week support group for men which starts September 19 and ends November 7, 2018. Join facilitated group discussions to learn about harm reduction options and explore strategies to stop or reduce use of Crystal Meth. The group is open to self-identified who have sex with men, including trans, cis, non-binary and gender-queer folk. For more information or to register, call HIM at 604-488-1001 or email register@checkhimout.ca.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 | 7:30PM – 8:30PM | FREE EVENT
Learn the basics of financial planning: budgeting, expenses, debt, saving, banking, investing, financial goals, etc. Have you wondered how to manage your money in a smart way? Billie Sinclair, an experienced financial strategist and an advocate for sex worker rights will answer your questions and give you the grounding you need. For more information or to register, call HIM at 604-488-1001 or email alvaro@checkhimout.ca.
“I’m a small-town farm boy; adopted at a young age and raised in a very religious family. Growing up, I did what I could to fit in but honestly despite all my best efforts I still stuck out like a sore thumb. So after moving out of my parents’ house at 16, falling into drugs, and subsequently failing to complete high school, I decided to move to Vancouver to pursue a dancing and modelling career. My dreams ended up taking a backseat after I started making a lot of questionable life decisions which ultimately landed me at rock bottom. I realized I had been wasting my potential and quite frankly I was fucking over it. I decided it was time to get my life back on track, so I put down the drugs, rolled up my sleeves, and got to work. That was when I got involved with Transitions. I owe a lot of the progress that I’ve made, to Alvaro and the program. Due to the constant support and guidance I’ve received from Transitions, I learned skills that have helped me completely transform my life. I can finally say I’m back on track and able to once again pursue the dreams I thought had died a long time ago. I’m in that place because of Transitions and I’m eternally grateful for that”. Participant, HIM Transitions.