Why Are We Quirk-E?
QUIRK-E stands for Queer Imaging and Riting Kollective for Elders. We are queer elders who since 2006 meet weekly in Vancouver, BC to connect, care and create community.
QUIRK-E engages in
- Creativity by writing and imaging
- Resilience by aging with pride while telling our truths
- Advocacy by speaking out, performing, and sharing our work
Statement of Inclusion
We declare our adherence to the Canadian and BC Human Rights Codes, and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, including but not limited to prohibition of discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital or family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age.
Advocacy

Vancouver Proclaims Chris Morrissey Day July 22, 2025
Eddy Elmer and Hanna Acorn of the 2SLGBTQ+ Advisory Committee to the City of Vancouver …
News & Events

TransFest with MC Lukas Walther
As the MC of TransFest, QUIRK-E member Lukas Walther will be welcoming folks and introducing …
Creative works

Love in the 1950s – One Woman’s Journey
It was the kissing that reminded me of my first relationship with a woman in the 1950s. I hadn’t …
Chronicles

Friends and Fun at Aging with Pride
We celebrated loud, proud, and in good company at QMUNITY Seniors biggest event of the …