HIV Testing
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Anonymous HIV testing at MAX Ottawa
Knowing your status should be simple and stress-free.
That’s why MAX, in partnership with Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) offers anonymous HIV testing. When you arrive at our office, a volunteer or staff member will be there to greet you. During your appointment, you’ll have an HIV rapid test administered on-site and receive your results within several minutes.
We offer HIV testing on the following days:
- The first Thursday of each month from 4:00-8:00 at the MAX Ottawa office (9004-400 Cooper St)
- The last Tuesday of each month from 4:00-8:00 at the Centretown Community Health Centre (420 Cooper St) as part of GayZone
Need more comprehensive STI testing?
We partner with GetAKit, where you can order full-service STI self-testing. You’ll need to register and create an account, if it’s your first time using the service, but after that, just log in to order more testing or to see your results. You will need an OHIP card to set up your account, You can find more information here at GetAKit’s Frequently Asked Questions page.
Program Information
Anonymous testing means your name is never linked to your test results. You’ll be identified only by a code, so your privacy is protected.
Through GetAKit, you can get testing for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and hepatitis C.
You can pick up self-swab kits at MAX to test for chlamydia and gonorrhea - learn more here.
The test is a simple finger prick. Results are ready in just a few minutes during your appointment.
If your rapid test result is reactive, staff will provide support and connect you with further testing to verify the results. They'll also help connect you with follow-up care through Somerset West Community Health Centre or another provider you trust.