Support Local LGBTQIA+ Owned & Friendly Businesses
Here at Vancouver Wellness Studio, we know that one of the most crucial aspects of wellness is community. Feeling supported and included by others empowers people on their journey to health and happiness. This pride month, we wanted to highlight some of our favorite queer-owned/queer-friendly local businesses in the community. These amazing people have played major roles in fostering inclusivity, diversity, and togetherness in Vancouver.
Kindred Homestead Supply
Kindred Homestead Supply is a low-waste, sustainably-based company offering affordable bulk and refillable home supplies, personal care, secondhand/vintage items, locally-made artwork, and more! Vancouver Wellness Studio has trusted Kindred for our own clinic needs for almost two years now, and we have had the absolute joy of seeing the love, kindness, and compassion they extend to not only the LGBTQIA+ community, but to people from all walks of life as well.
“All are welcome. Come as you are.” — Kindred Homestead Supply
www.kindredhomesteadsupply.com
UnderBar
One of Vancouver’s “best-kept secrets'', UnderBar Pub is an LGBTQIA+ friendly and gay-owned cocktail bar. Not only do they offer a variety of food and drinks, but feature a variety of events such as comedy shows, trivia nights, karaoke, drag shows, and more! With its Roaring '20s theme, UnderBar provides a unique and welcoming atmosphere for all members of the community.
“Our warm, inviting space ensures everyone can pull up a chair and raise a glass.” — UnderBar
Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary
Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary is a women-owned and inclusive staple in downtown Vancouver. They carry a wide variety of teas and lattes, herbal blends and loose herbs, small-batch skincare, locally-made art, and more! Inspired by holistic health, a passion for self-care, and family, owner Marianne has curated a wonderfully unique, diverse, and inclusive space where all are welcome.
“Marianne realized early on that creating these products was her meditation, her zen time, and a time to be grateful that she has an opportunity to help others care for themselves.” -—Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary
Pop-Local
Pop-Local provides an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming space for small-businesses and vendors from all over the community to sell their products, including LGBTQIA+ owned and operated retailers. It’s a one-stop-shop for gifts, knick-knacks, plants, snacks, art, hand-crafted jewelry, and more!
“We support those who dare to dream and have the passion to create” — Pop Local
Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community involves taking action, even in the smallest of ways. By supporting these local businesses and more, not only can we help small companies flourish, but we can continue to uplift the community by representing our values of inclusivity and diversity.