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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

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

Aging in Place: Action and Advocacy Alert for BC Seniors

Older adults unanimously prefer to live independently at home for as long as possible. However, …

News & Events

Enabling Access to Gender Affirming Care

Karina Villaluna Enabling Access:Factors Influencing NP-Delivered Gender-Affirming Care in BC Wednesday, March 11, 2026 2:30 …

Creative works

My New Moccasins

“Here they are Stevie. Grandmère made them for you.” I looked at the light brown leather moccasins, at the …

Chronicles

QUIRK-E Awarded for Seniors Leadership by SFU

The SFU Gerontology Research Centre honoured QUIRK-E with a 2026 Seniors Leadership Award at the …