May Community E-News
UPCOMING THIS MONTH at TGUC
WEEKLY AT TGUC
FARM 2 PLATE MARKETPLACE
Every Thursday 5:15-6:00pm.
Support local farms! TGUC is the Pick Up location - order online
For more information click here
RECOMMENDED
May 5th is known as Red Dress Day and is recognized as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. It is a day to remember and honour the countless Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people who have disappeared or been victims of violence, often receiving little to no legal justice.
The Land Remembers: Anti-Colonial Resistance from Gitxsan to Gaza
Wednesday May 13th 6-9pm
949 W49th Ave (Unitarian Church)
Join together for an inspiring evening highlighting the global links connecting Indigenous and Palestinian resistance.
More information and registration here. This event is free, but funds will be collected for Lax’yip Firekeepers
May 14, 2026:
The Moose Hide Campaign is a call to all people in Canada to take a stand against racism and for justice. This year we are hoping for a record United Church turn-out at the virtual events, local walks to end violence, and fasts to end violence.
National events include a sunrise ceremony, educational plenary, and workshops (all available via livestream).
Local marches are being organized across the country. Find your local march on the map, or register to become a community steward and organize your own events.
Unison Music Festival
May 15-18, 2026
Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Canada’s largest 2SLGBTQIA+ choral festival will be in Vancouver this year, featuring concerts by 27 choirs from across Canada!
Vancouver Tellers Presents: A Story that I Love
Sunday May 17th, 7-9pm (Doors at 6:45) @ TGUC
Dedicated to the art of storytelling in all it’s forms for over 40 years and thousands of stories.
Sliding Scale admission - $20 - $15 - $10
For more information click here.
Registration Now Open!
Queer Family Camp: Friday May 15 - Monday May 18, 2026
The first-ever camp created specifically for Queer families. Only a 20 minute water taxi ride from Horseshoe Bay, you and your family can unplug, unwind, explore the wonders of nature, have all your meals taken care of, and experience the magic of camp in a community that truly sees you!