Before 1983
This is the story of our cities West End before the epidemic hit and how AIDS Vancouver came to be.
Before 1983
1983
AIDS Vancouver’s first community forum brought Paul Popham of the Gay Men’s Health Crisis in NYC and was attended by many including, 'Patient Zero', Gaetan Dugas.
1983
1984
1984
1985
Three Cherry Trees were planted in Stanley Park in honour of some of the first few individuals who died of AIDS-related illnesses in Vancouver.
1985
1986
Our community recognized early on the importance of a consumer-based organizations by and for people living with AIDS.
1986
1987
Alan Herbert, former Chair of the Board of Directors speaks to funding AIDS Vancouver in a time of crisis.
1987
1988
A beautiful love story involving Vancouver’s Miss Alternate drag queen, Billy Gene Queen and BC Civil Liberties lawyer Micheal Vonn.
1988
1989
The story of the City of Vancouver’s measured public health response early on in the HIV/AIDS crisis and our Medical Health Officer who championed it.
1989
1990
The volunteers have been the heart and soul of AIDS Vancouver since day one. This is the story of one volunteer, who teaches us that it is never too late to change the world.
1990
1991
We lost so many brothers and sisters to this epidemic. This is the story of one brother and the sister who dedicated her life to making a difference.
1991
1992
Vancouver's AIDS Organizations were trying to come together in a time of great loss and change. Former Executive Director, Mark Mees tells his story of moving into PARC and how the epidemic impacted him.
1992
1993
This is the story of three amazing women who have been a driving force, making sure women are always heard and not forgotten in this epidemic.
1993
1994
YouthCO has demonstrated that Youth have the right to be active participants in their own health. Caitlin's story is the perfect example of the power and impact of true youth engagement.
1994
1995
Our nurses and health care providers at St. Paul’s hospital set the standard for compassionate care. This is the story of two nurses who were on the frontline.
1995
1996
For the first time Vancouver was on the world stage in the fight against AIDS and we did not disappoint. This is the story of the XI International AIDS Conference in Vancouver.
1996
1997
Our scientists went beyond the lab to advocate, sacrifice and persevere, in turn saving the lives of millions. This is the story of one of our top scientists, Dr. O.
1997
1998
The BC Centre for Excellence has set the world standard for HIV care and treatment. This is the story of Dr. Julio Montaner, the man in the centre of it all.
1998
1999
The HIV epidemic has touched people from all walks of life - every culture and every country. Ed's story reminds us of the complexities of addressing the diversity in our epidemic and exemplifies the importance of compassion.
1999
2000
In the early 2000's, AIDS Vancouver's clientele were beginning to live longer and their needs were becoming more complex. This is the story of how AIDS Vancouver lead the response with innovative programming
2000
2001
Vancouver is the national leader in the Harm Reduction movement because of passionate community members like Gillian Maxwell. This is her story and the story of our Downtown Eastside.
2001
2002
We were very fortunate to have a Federal Program Consultant who truly cared about the people and projects he funded for 22 years. This is Moffatt Clarke's Story.
2002
2003
Dr. Peter gave a face and voice to HIV and his legacy has touched the lives of many. This is the story of how the Dr. Peter diaries came to be and how the foundation continues to provide care.
2003
2004
The BCCDC has been at the forefront of our epidemic in part because of the leadership of Dr. Mike Rekart. This is his story and the voice of one of today's leaders at the BCCDC, Dr. Mark Gilbert.
2004
2005
In Vancouver many people have ensured that those who were lost were not forgotten. This is the story of four individuals who have given us a place to say their names and a place to grieve.
2005
2006
Valerie's fight to come back from being homeless in the downtown east side to being a community leader is a true testament to the human spirit.
2006
2007
Ken Clement shares his brother's lasting memory and the awakening of his journey to change the story of HIV in aboriginal communities.
2007
2008
This is the story of a difficult moment where a change needed to be made—gay men's health needed to be addressed in a more holistic way involving new leadership. The Health Initiative for Men was formed.
2008
2009
Bradford McIntyre shares his story from breakdown to breakthrough, emerging as an HIV activist and positive voice for 20 years.
2009
2010
At the core of our movement, we have raised our voices in unison to protect the rights of every life. This is the story of one of those voices, Honourable Hedy Fry.
2010
2011
AIDS Vancouver has been a leader for 30 years, locally, nationally and internationally. Executive Director, Brian Chittock speaks to the work and role the organization plays today.
2011
2012
Our community leaders share why they think telling our stories and knowing the history of our epidemic is important.
2012
2013
HIV has taught us so many things, and our accomplishments are vast—our leaders re-count them all.
2013
