The Northern BC Queer Connection Society (NBCQCS), a non-profit here in Prince George–Lheildi T’enneh tested the waters by holding the first 2SLGBTQIA+ event of its kind, a conference, this past September 2025. Rolling forward with that momentum, the organization is hosting the Voices & Culture summit Friday, February 27th 2026. Executive Director, Laura Binette, says one of the lessons learned from the last go-round was, “Hey, we’ve got to market a lot more!” Feedback was positive, but there was room to grow, and this February’s event hosted at the Prince George Civic Centre has the capacity.
As a professional event planner, Binette knows how to throw a party, and the NBCQCS has a reputation for hosting solid soirées. September’s conference at the Treasure Cove Casino & Resort was impactful, though a relatively subdued affair. This February’s summit meanwhile, has some scheduled fun to soak in alongside the seminars with a night market, film preview, and evening gala planned.
Besides a good time, attendees can expect a day of interactive panels, workshops, and collaborative community projects focused on supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community across Northern BC.
In case any prospective attendees get cold feet, Binette wants people to know they are welcome, “It’s a learning opportunity. As long as you’re coming, and your heart is open, and you’re being kind, come on over. Ask questions, and just be part of the whole event, and a whole opportunity to just be a part of this community.”
- Ian Gregg, CFURadio 88.7FM, Due North
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CFURadio Spoke with NBCQCS Executive Director, Laura Binette about the February 2026 Voices & Culture Summit
Photo Credit - Ian Gregg