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HIM appoints Darren Ho as Director of Health Services  

Health Initiative for Men (HIM) is pleased to announce that Darren Ho (he/him) has been hired as Director of Health Services at HIM. Darren will be taking over from...

It Takes 2: New campaign reminds eligible people to get a second dose of mpox vaccine ahead of Pride events

The mpox vaccine is given as a two-dose vaccine. Get vaccinated in time for summer. BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), British Columbia’s (B.C.) regional health authorities, and partners...

WESA 2023 Donation to HIM

For 45 seasons the West End Slo-Pitch Association (WESA) has created space for gay, bi, and queer men and our gender diverse siblings/neighbors to have a space to engage...

Appointment Booking in Vancouver

Introducing a new online booking platform and more online booking options for HIV & STI testing appointments in Vancouver We’re excited to announce that starting later this week, we...

Changes coming to HIM Health Services 

November 29, 2022 Since 2009, the HIM on Davie Health Centre has been a central site for our communities to access the sexual health services we need. In partnership...

Monkeypox (Mpox) Media Resources

Monkeypox (mpox, MPV, MPXV) cases are increasing in Canada and globally. It can affect anyone of any gender identity or sexual orientation, however, this outbreak has particularly impacted men...

Mpox Bulletin

Last updated: August 26th, 2022 Over the last few months, our communities have heard a lot about outbreaks of a virus that we will be referring to as Mpox...

The HPV Vaccine (Gardasil 9) Is Now Available to More GBQ Men and Gender Diverse People Between the Ages 27 and 45

GetGarded.ca Is a Province-Wide Resource Created to Help GBT2Q Folks Find the Best Pathway for Them to Access the Vaccine. VANCOUVER, BC – MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021 – Health...

Health Initiative for Men (HIM) Announces Incoming Executive Director

New Executive Director will assume job responsibilities on October 1, 2021, following handover from current leadership.  HIM Board of Directors and staff are excited to announce the appointment of Aaron Purdie as the organization’s new...

Celebrate Pride Season with HIM

With social distancing protocols in place due to COVID-19, Pride season sure looks different this year! In response to the major gap where we would have typically come together...