Positive Living Niagara supports people living with and affected by HIV and this includes support of groups who are at greater systemic risk of contracting HIV such as gay men and some members of the trans community.

Website: www.positivelivingniagara.com

Brock Pride is the official Brock University club devoted to creating a safe, social environment for students of diverse gender and sexual identities.
We provide a social atmosphere which offers support for members of the Pride community and their allies, dealing with relationships, coming out, sexuality and gender issues. We also pursue the advancement of equality, acceptance and fair treatment of Pride issues such as same-sex marriage, homophobia, transphobia, heterosexism, and sexual diversity.

Website: www.brockpride.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/brockpride

Quest Community Health Centre Primary Health Care, services to individuals who experience barriers to accessing health care, including sexually and gender diverse communities.

This includes Rainbow Niagara Program that provides information, support, resources to sexual and gender diverse individuals and family. Includes group presentations, referrals, and individual support.

General Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
145 Queenston Street, St. Catharines, On, L2R2Z9
(905) 688-2558

Visit the Quest website: www.questchc.ca

Silver Spire United Church came into existence on July 1, 2008, as an amalgamation of three former downtown St. Catharines churches: Memorial United, St. Paul Street United, and Welland Avenue United. Our current membership is about 450 individuals. Average Sunday worship attendance is around 160 people.

Website: www.silverspire.ca

Brock University is one of Canada’s top post-secondary institutions. Located in the historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city with beautiful natural surroundings.

Website: www.brocku.ca

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara (BBBSN) is a non‑profit organization based in St. Catharines, Ontario, dedicated to helping youth in the Niagara Region reach their full potential through mentoring. It connects young people facing challenges with trained adult mentors through one‑to‑one, in‑school, and group programs. The organization has a long history of supporting youth, building confidence, social skills, and healthy relationships, all at no cost to families. BBBSN is supported by volunteers, professional staff, and community partnerships, aiming to create life‑changing, lasting mentorships.

Website: www.niagara.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/

Gillian’s Place is a non‑profit support organization in St. Catharines, Ontario that has provided safe shelter and free, confidential services to women, children, and gender‑ and sexually‑diverse individuals affected by gender‑based violence since 1977. It offers emergency accommodation, counselling, safety planning, legal and transitional support, youth and child programs, and a 24/7 support line to help survivors build safety and stability. The agency’s mission is to empower people experiencing abuse and break the cycle of violence while advocating for awareness and prevention. Gillian’s Place also works toward a vision of a socially just community free from gender‑based violence.

Website: www.gilliansplace.com/

Niagara College is a postsecondary institution in Ontario, Canada, offering over 130 programs across its campuses in Welland and Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake. Its programs focus on practical, career-ready training that meets the needs of regional, provincial, and global industries. Students learn in hands-on, experiential environments with modern facilities and digital technologies.

Website: www.niagaracollege.ca

Niagara Falls History Museum in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is dedicated to preserving and sharing the city’s history. Visitors to the museum in the heart of Niagara Falls will experience history through exhibits on local life, the War of 1812, and other regional stories. And other modern, interactive galleries for all visitors.

Website: www.nfexchange.ca/museum
 

The Exchange Niagara Falls is a vibrant market and cultural hub located in the Main and Ferry neighbourhood, approved by City Council after years of planning and opened following construction that began in 2021. This 10,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor space supports the city’s food, music, art, and culture scenes, featuring artist studios, a gallery, a café, and flexible event areas. Located alongside the Niagara Falls History Museum, it serves as a cultural campus and a popular gathering place at the heart of Niagara Falls’ arts and culture community.

Website: www.nfexchange.ca/

Reif Estate Winery is a family-owned winery located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, known for producing premium VQA wines from estate-grown grapes. Established in 1982, it combines traditional European winemaking techniques with modern innovation. The winery offers tastings, tours, and a scenic outdoor wine garden, making it a popular destination in Niagara’s wine region.

Website: www.reifwinery.com/