about us
All about the Soup Group
Queer Community Soup is a community-led initiative organized on lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ territories (Victoria, BC).
mission statement
Queer Community Soup nourishes our queer and trans community through accessible, nutritious meals while building collective care and solidarity.
Through soup-based community events, we create opportunities to gather, connect, and support one another. We raise funds for grassroots projects in our city, because care, joy, and liberation grow stronger when they are shared.
our story
The Queer Community Soup project was formed out of the organizing efforts behind the Queer Community Dinner program at Oaklands Community Association, a monthly, by-donation dinner program created for queer and trans community members.
As the program evolved, organizers wanted to ensure these gatherings could continue regardless of shifting organizational priorities or grant funding cycles. The goal was to sustain regular community meals rooted in queer joy, liberation, resistance, and connection, while developing a model that could be maintained by the community itself.
Inspired by the incredible work of Queer Soup Night, organizers expanded the vision. Through funds raised at our events, we bring people together around food while directing donations to different local grassroots and mutual aid initiatives. Each gathering extends the table, transforming shared meals into tangible support for community-led projects and collective care.
our mandate
1
Food as Care
We provide nourishing soup to community members through low-barrier, inclusive community events that foster connection and belonging.
2
Mutual Aid through Joyful Celebration
Our events operate on a donation-based model, with all funds raised redistributed to local grassroots and mutual aid projects. By bringing together food, community, and queer celebration, we make collective care tangible and accessible, turning shared meals into direct support for grassroots efforts in our city.
what we stand for
Mutual aid is not charity, it’s how we take care of each other.
Queer Community Soup is rooted in anti-oppression, solidarity, and collective responsibility. We prioritize accessibility, consent, and community accountability.
good questions
FAQ
Do I have to be queer to come?
The events centre 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, and allies who respect that are welcome at the table.
Do I have to pay?
Our events run on a by-donation model (suggested $5-$20), but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you are able to donate, please bring CASH 🙂
Each dinner we partner with a different local grassroot / mutual aid project in our city and funds raised at the dinner go towards supporting the partner group!
What about dietary needs?
There are always vegan and gluten-free options available!
Ingredient lists are shared on our newsletter and our social media before the event. We label every pot with its ingredients and common allergens. If you have any questions, ask a volunteer — we’re happy to help!
Do I have to eat to join?
Nope! Between dietary restrictions, GI issues, and EDs, queer and trans folks have a lot of food-related concerns to contend with. We see you!
If eating is hard for you, you are still welcome to join! Feel free to opt out of eating or bring your own snacks. Whatever makes the events more accessible for you. The point is to have space to gather, conspire, and support causes we care about — the soup is just a bonus 😉
What is the venue accessibility like?
Some of the venue accessibility features at the community centre include:
- wheelchair accessibility
- single stall washrooms (wheelchair accessible) + change rooms
- free street parking + bike parking to the left of main entrance
- transit via bus routes #4, 22, 27, & 28
What COVID precautions are you taking?
We always set up an outdoor tables for those of us who are taking clean air precautions to gather at. If that includes you, know that a group of the behind-the-scenes organizers are right there with you and will see you on the “patio” 😉
If you have some time and capacity and want to join the project as a volunteer to coordinate HEPA filters, or other clean air interventions, please email us!
Who is organizing these events?
There is an incredible group of 12 queer and trans cuties who are volunteering as the behind-the-scenes organizers and are responsible for making these events happen! And that doesn’t even include the day-of volunteers! It’s pretty special.
Can I donate ingredients or money?
Yes please! You can e-transfer financial donations to our email address.
If you have produce or ingredients to donate, please send us an email and we’ll let you know what the next pot needs.