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National HIV Testing Day

June 22, 2026

Join the AIDS Committee of Ottawa in the ByWard Market to learn about HIV testing and local resources

Queerspora

May 31, 2026

MAX Ottawa’s monthly social group for queer newcomers. This month, we’re partnering with the ACO and Capital Rainbow Refuge to create an art display.

International AIDS Candlelight Memorial

May 5, 2026

Join the ACO and Bruce House for a meaningful morning of remembrance and community.

Queers + Beers: Legacy CANFAR Edition

March 3, 2026

Queers & Beers is hosting a Lowertown love-in supporting CANFAR

The Canadian Calls to Action: Advancing the health and rights of women living with HIV

January 13, 2026

This webinar offers an opportunity to connect and explore how guiding principles can be implemented to create lasting, equitable change. 

Enhancing harm reduction and sexual health programs for equity-deserving youth

January 13, 2026

This webinar highlights harm reduction and sexual health programs for equity-deserving young people, including Indigenous, queer and trans youth.

Day With(out) Art

November 26, 2025

A day of mourning and action that uses art to respond to the ongoing HIV and AIDS crisis

ACO: World AIDS Day

November 14, 2025

Join the AIDS Committee of Ottawa to commemorate World AIDS Day

Health Forum for Service Providers

November 14, 2025

Health forum for service providers to learn about advances in treatment options for HIV

National HIV Testing Day

June 24, 2025

Join the ACO, MAX, and other community partners to raise awareness about the importance of HIV testing in fighting the spread of the HIV virus.