The Early Edition explores the experiences of Vancouver's LGBTQ residents

From the West End to Commercial Drive, and everywhere in between and beyond, Vancouver is a place that many members of the LGBTQ community call home. But just how LGBTQ-friendly of a city is it?

From July 26-30, CBC Radio One's The Early EditionairedAll Out Vancouver a special series produced by CBC's Kiran Singh that explores how the city of Vancouver supports its LGBTQ residents, many of whom seek refuge in its reputation as a safe-haven.

Listen and hear from members of the LGBTQ community, local businesses, mental health professionals and medical experts as they dig deep into topics like racism within the LGBTQ community, medical needs and business accountability and learn about the history and future of Vancouver's famed Davie Village district.

• July 26:Vancouver a safe haven for LGBTQcommunity LISTEN HERE
• July 27:Racism in the LGBTQCommunity LISTEN HERE
• July 28:How do businesses help OR exploit their LGBTQcommunity LISTEN HERE
• July 29:Navigating the medical system while being LGBTQ LISTEN HERE
• July 30:The history of Vancouver's Davie Village LISTEN HERE

The Early Edition with Stephen Quinn airs weekdays from 5:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m. on CBC Radio One and across the province at CBC Listen.