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SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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SUMMARY:Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ottawa City Hall as we officially launch Pride Week with the raising of the Progress Pride Flag—a powerful symbol of visibility\, inclusion\, and community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/flag-raising-2/
LOCATION:Ottawa City Hall\, 110 Laurier Ave. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride
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SUMMARY:Ask a Trans Person Anything
DESCRIPTION:Join two of Canada’s leading trans activists for a no-questions-off-limits Q&A on all trans topics. \n\n\n\nYou probably have a lot of unanswered questions about trans people and issues.. Maybe you’re worried about what’s being taught in the classroom\, or about what healthcare services are being offered to trans youth. You’ve heard terms like “parental rights” thrown around. You haven’t felt able to ask your questions and get answers that make sense to you. \n\n\n\nWe get it\, we understand. But what’s the other side of the story? \n\n\n\nThrough conversation we can find common ground – we have more in common than we think. Let’s remove the politics and hot takes and connect as people. \n\n\n\nWe want to hear your worries and share our side of the story. That’s why Fae Johnstone and Victoria Bucholtz\, two of Canada’s most prominent trans activists\, are coming to town to answer all your gender questions. \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to get your questions answered – yes\, even the tough ones. No judgement\, no name calling. Instead\, we’ll give you our honest takes — and we think they’ll win you over. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an event filled with candid conversation. Hear from Victoria and Fae as they make the case for trans rights\, and then dive into an interactive Question and Answer period where nothing* is off limits. \n\n\n\n*Okay\, there are exceptions – threats and personal attacks aren’t welcome. \n\n\n\nThis event is brought to you by Queer Momentum\, TransAction Alberta and Fierte Canada Pride\, alongside Ottawa Capital Pride.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ask-a-trans-person-anything/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
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SUMMARY:Drag & Bowl: Pride Edition
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 24\, 2026\, 6:30PM – 8:30PM\, West Park Bowling transforms into a runway-meets-bowling-alley explosion of strikes\, struts\, and unapologetic queer joy. \n\n\n\nThis beloved community night continues to sell out\, and with the momentum building\, tickets will go fast! \n\n\n\nIf you want in on the chaos\, the camp\, and the community magic\, get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nSponsored by Blast The Radio\, Queering 613\, and Daddy Therapy\, this event brings together drag\, music\, and community connection to raise funds for the Ottawa Seniors Pride Network\, supporting generations of 2SLGBTQ+ elders who paved the way. \n\n\n\nOrganizations are invited to connect with the Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN) if you would like to sponsor a lane for newcomers\, refugees\, and members of OSPN\, or to donate a prize for the winning bowlers.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-bowl-pride-edition/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Pride,Sports and recreation
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SUMMARY:Quirky Reads: Fan Fiction Night
DESCRIPTION:We are a fan of fan fiction and we’d love to invite you over to share! Fan fics can be a great way to express ourselves and also see the stories that we want to see in the world. \n\n\n\nSo bring your favourite fan fiction\, or if you write\, bring something to share\, and we will go around sharing and talking about what we brought\, why we like it\, what makes it feel good. You can (if you want) read a section out loud! \n\n\n\nThink book club discussion but for fan fiction. \n\n\n\nThis is a masked and 18+ event\, KN95 or higher is required. \n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets \n\n\n\nMoney shouldn’t be a barrier to connection\, creativity\, or joy. Sliding scale pricing lets you choose the price that feels right based on your current financial reality. When those who have more pay more\, it helps to keep our programming open to everyone\, no matter the income. We trust you to assess your own situation with honest and care. There is no vetting process! \n\n\n\n\nFree ticket: for community members facing significant financial barriers\n\n\n\nGrowing Stability: for those with tight or fluctuating resources\n\n\n\nStable Income: for those with some stability but are still budgeting carefully\n\n\n\nPay It For Me & Forward: for those with steady\, reliable financial support\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a lower-cost / free ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nReceive public assistance (disability\, unemployment\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFinancial support dependents (children\, elders\, others)\n\n\n\nDon’t have significant savings or safety nets\n\n\n\nDo survival work (gig work\, informal\, precarious labour)\n\n\n\nHave high expenses (medical\, educational\, etc.)\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a higher-cost ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nHave access to stable income\, savings\, or investments\n\n\n\nOwn property or have inherited wealth\n\n\n\nTravel for leisure\, eat out or order in regularly\, invest in hobbies\n\n\n\nFeel financially secure enough to offer mutual support to others\n\n\n\n\nNever been to the studio before? Check out this FAQ!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quirky-reads-fan-fiction-night/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Ottawa,Pride,Social
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