Non-Monogamy Discussion Group Vancouver - January 2026

Welcome to the Non-Monogamy Discussion Group Vancouver! We will be meeting the THIRD Monday of the month at Cross and Crows Books . Bring your ideas, questions and opinions!

January Topic: Showing Up - Support, Presence, and Care in Non-Monogamous Relationships

Each of us comes to non-monogamy with our own histories, capacities, and needs. Even within the same relationship constellation, our experiences can look very different. When someone we love is going through a breakup, a hard emotional moment, or a period of transition, how we show up can matter just as much as that we show up.

This month, we’ll be talking about support, presence, and care in non-monogamous relationships - for our partners & for ourselves.

Some questions we may explore:

How do we show up for partners without jumping straight into problem-solving mode?

How do we ask for - and communicate - the kind of support we need?

What gets in the way of receiving care or naming our needs clearly?

How do we balance supporting others while also taking care of ourselves?

This discussion is an invitation to reflect on how we show up, how we ask for care, and how we can build more intentional, compassionate support practices in our non-monogamous lives.

The Specifics:

Date: January 19, 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

(Doors open at 7pm for this event and we start the discussion at 7:30pm)

Where: Cross and Crows Books - 2836 Commercial Drive

Cost: by donation ($2-5) or shopping at the bookstore!

Who can attend: Those who practice non-monogamy or are curious about it - We ask that if you engage in our space that your partners have knowledge of your practice or interest.

Health/Safety: Please do not attend if you are sick (even if it's not covid). I will bring my air filter for the space. Stay vaccinated. Please leave your perfumes at home.

We will be continuing the no mandatory masks for 2026 . See pinned post in the feature section of the group.

Accessibility: Technically a wheelchair accessible entrance (has a slope) but not a washroom. Semi low stim - you can hear the sky train pass. The book store is closed to the public but staff are there so event attendees can shop. Variety of chair styles/sizes available.

What to expect during this event

7:00pm - Door open - show up anytime between 7pm and 7:30pm to find yourself a chair, browse the book store (you can shop) and settle in.

7:30pm - Discussion begins

-Read the Norms

-Introductions & Ice Breaker question.

-Showing Up - Support, Presence, and Care in Non-Monogamous Relationships

10 min break

-Announcements & Discussion cont.

9pm Wrap-up - check out at the bookstore or order a book for pick up.

9:10pm You don’t have t

o go home but you can’t stay here.