GAY FRIENDLY VICTORIA

Located on the southernmost tip of spectacular Vancouver Island, Victoria's old world tradition meets new world experience. Consecutively listed as a "Top City in the Americas" by readers of Conde Nast Traveler magazine, Victoria has long been known for its British heritage. Victoria is also a cosmopolitan island destination alive with world-class accommodation, exquisite spas, and decadent food and wine. The pulse of the city can be felt through its cultured arts and entertainment scene and its bustling shopping districts. As British Columbia’s capital city, Victoria is full of life.

The rainbow flag is flown proudly in Victoria and is often seen on bumpers of passing cars. Victoria’s gay and lesbian community is integrated throughout the city and is not defined by a single neighbourhood. All visitors to Victoria feel safe and welcome which is likely part of the reason Victoria was voted among the Top Canadian Cities by CMI’s 11th Annual LGBT Travel Survey in 2006.

Victoria has a small and active gay and lesbian scene. Many events and festivities take place throughout the year including the Annual Pride Parade and Festival in July, which will celebrate from June 29th to July 6th, 2008.

Victoria Pride 2008
Turn up the Pride this summer in Victoria, BC during Pride Week in 2008 from June 29th to July 6th. Victoria will be full of life with a variety of complimentary and admission based events. Past events included the Pride Day Parade, the Big Gay Dog Walk and the Pride Festival.

LGBT Calender of Events
Get a list of upcoming Gay and Lesbian events. Don’t miss the Victoria Pride Parade and Festival held every summer. The local gay community and its supporters celebrate diversity as it exhibits a wave of colour, costume and music down from City Hall to Fisherman’s Wharf. At the festival, there is fun for the entire family, even the kids!

LGBT Friendly Resources
Check out the gay friendly resources that provide visitors with an insiders look at the gay friendly side of Victoria. Here you can find out information about Canada’s progressive equal marriage laws, gay friendly businesses in the Victoria Pink Pages, student support, and family events through Victoria Queer Parents.