Positive Living BC is a member-driven organization that supports people living with HIV in British Columbia. Our programs provide education, advocacy, peer support, and services designed to improve health, dignity, and quality of life.
Founded in 1986, our organization has grown into one of the largest community-based HIV organizations in Canada.
We believe that people living with HIV should have the resources, support, and opportunities necessary to live full and healthy lives.
The organization began in 1986 during the early years of the HIV/AIDS epidemic as the BC Persons With AIDS Society (BCPWA).
The society was created to ensure that people living with HIV had a strong voice in decisions affecting their health, treatment, and rights.
In 2011 the organization adopted the name Positive Living BC to reflect the evolving reality that HIV is now a manageable chronic condition for many people.
To empower people living with HIV through advocacy, support, education, and leadership.
A future where people living with HIV live healthy lives free from stigma and discrimination.
Membership is open to people living with HIV in British Columbia.
Members receive access to:
support programs
educational workshops
social events
advocacy assistance
leadership opportunities
Members also have the right to vote at annual meetings and participate in shaping the organization.
access to programs and services
newsletters and updates
invitations to events
community networking opportunities
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