Davie Village (also known as Davie District or simply Davie Street) is a neighbourhood in the West End of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is the home of the citys LGBT subculture, and, as such, is often considered a gay village, or gaybourhood.

Is Vancouver Canada gay friendly?

Vancouver, British Columbia is one of Canadas hottest destinations, seeing record-breaking numbers of visitors. You can put that down to its breathtaking sights, extensive bicycle paths and nature, and easygoing LGBT-friendly populace: in fact, this summer the country celebrates ten years of marriage equality.

Is Davie Street Vancouver safe?

Vancouver is perfectly safe to visit alone, especially if you stick to the tourist-popular areas such as Gastown, Stanley Park, Yaletown, and Davie Village. Dont be surprised if you see homeless people or are approached for money even in the safest parts of the city.

Where do gay people live in Canada?

While LGBT people live in both large and small communities throughout Canada, the largest and most prominent LGBT communities are located in major metropolitan cities such as Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Ottawa.

What is the most gay city in Canada?

A mecca of LGBT culture, Toronto boasts two neighbourhoods that embody culture and creativity. The Gay Village, nestled in the area surrounding Church and Wellesley Streets, is home to Canadas largest gay community.

Is Canada a good place to be gay?

Canada has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the friendliest places on earth. Family friendly and laid-back, Canada was ranked 9th overall on the 2020 HSBC Expat Explorer Survey (1st for cultural values), as one of the best countries to move to.