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SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T235959
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20250519T161130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T161140Z
UID:10002788-1780358400-1780444799@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:International Sex Worker's Day
DESCRIPTION:International Sex Worker’s Day takes place every year on June 2. It originated in 1975 and marks the start of the international movement for sex worker’s rights. It’s creation comes from the increased violence towards sex workers by police and clients\, and follows the death of two sex workers from a group of over 100 occupying the Église Saint-Nizier in Lyon.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/international-sex-workers-day/2026-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004137-1779987600-1779994800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260217T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221748Z
UID:10004752-1779906600-1779912000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) is a support and discussion group for transmasculine and masculine-of-center Black\, indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) to learn about transformative justice\, unlearn toxic gendered behaviors\, and imagine what masculinity could look like outside of the gender binary.  \n\n\n\nDuring our virtual meetings\, we will dive deep into the framework of transformative justice (TJ) and how we can apply it to our everyday lives\, create a community of support for one another\, and share our personal stories of coming into our genders. Our ultimate goal is to move the group towards a closed community accountability space where we can practice robust transformative justice as we heal and grow in our masculinities together.  \n\n\n\nTGC is open to any Black\, Indigenous\, and/or person of color (BIPOC) who identifies as transmasculine or masculine-of-center\, regardless of gender identity.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that white-passing BIPOC reflect on their privilege and the way they are racialized. At TGC\, we discuss our gendered experiences as people that are racialized as Black or brown in the world. Please choose whether to attend our meetings based on these reflections.   \n\n\n\nOur virtual monthly meetings are held over Zoom and take place on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8PM EST. Register below to receive the link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Virtual event
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-05-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260427T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T173309Z
UID:10005008-1779820200-1779823800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:My History of Lesbian Activism
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking evening with Marie Robertson\, one of Canada’s most influential voices in the history of LGBTQ+ advocacy. With more than five decades of activism\, Marie will share her personal journey through the evolution of LGBTQ+ rights in Canada\, offering a candid and compelling perspective on the challenges\, milestones\, and defining moments that have shaped the movement. \n\n\n\nThis third session of Echoes in Pride is more than a presentation. It is a reflection on identity\, resilience\, and the power of community. Through lived experience\, Marie brings history into the present\, creating space for dialogue\, understanding\, and continued progress. \n\n\n\nThis is an opportunity to engage directly with a voice that has helped shape Canada’s social fabric. \n\n\n\nBe part of the conversation. Be part of the legacy. \n\n\n\nSPEAKER BIO – Marie Robertson\n\n\n\nMarie Robertson is an outspoken “lipstick lesbian” and a community activist with more than 55 years of leadership within Canada’s LGBTQ+ movement. Widely recognized as a pioneer of gay liberation in Canada and often referred to as Ontario’s first lady of queer liberation\, her impact has been both profound and enduring. \n\n\n\nIn 1994\, she received the Canadian Lambda Award for Excellence in Human Rights in a special ceremony in Ottawa. In 2002\, her portrait was inducted into the National Portrait Collection of the Canadian Lesbian and Gay Archives in recognition of her contributions to the community. She was later inducted into the Q Hall of Fame in 2013\, and her portrait is also featured in the Village Legacy Project at Ottawa City Hall. \n\n\n\nMarie has dedicated nearly 40 years to working as a counsellor\, facilitator\, and trainer within the LGBTQ+ community. Her work continues to support individuals\, strengthen communities\, and advance inclusion\, with no plans to slow down.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/my-history-of-lesbian-activism/
LOCATION:Sacred Space\, Beechwood Cemetery\, 280 Beechwood Ave\, Vanier\, Ontario\, K1L 7P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004136-1779382800-1779390000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004135-1778778000-1778785200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260427T164729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164741Z
UID:10005004-1778418000-1778425200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tea for Tara: Episode 3
DESCRIPTION:Our next segment of Tea for Tara episode 3 “Finding Yourself Through Art” features special guest speaker\, Barley Burns in conversation with facilitator Kiran Niet! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a limited spot in our live audience at the Ottawa Trans Library\, by registering on Eventbrite\, link in comments. \n\n\n\nOr watch over live-stream on the Ottawa Trans Library Facebook\, Instagram and Youtube Channels\, or Elaina Martin Facebook page. \n\n\n\nBarley Burns (they/she/he) is an Ottawa born artist\, entrepreneur and journalist. They are the owner of Fairy Cowboy Tours\, a drag-artist led walking tour company focused on sharing the queer history of Ottawa. Barley performs across the country as a theatre and drag artist\, known for their drag king persona Morgan Mercury. They have a Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs and Policy Management\, Development Policy from Carleton University\, and are completing a Bachelor of Journalism at the University of King’s College in Halifax\, Nova Scotia. \n\n\n\nKiran Niet is an artist who can’t pick a medium\, an event host\, a zinester\, and an accidental academic. Above all\, he is fascinated with community-building and storytelling\, whether through research\, art\, or organizing. As a volunteer at the Ottawa Trans Library\, he curates events centering queer and trans community. In his free time\, Kiran recklessly consumes unhealthy amounts of queer theory and sings in a choir. He can often be found tabling at art markets with his friends. He is about to graduate from Carleton University with a Bachelor’s degree in Global and International Studies\, specializing in Communications. \n\n\n\nThank you Canada Council for the Arts for supporting this important Trans Community Initiative. \n\n\n\n“Tea for Tara” is a monthly storytelling program for the Trans\, and Non-binary community to share\, and witness Trans Stories and history all archived for future generations\, including networking and mentorship.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tea-for-tara-episode-3/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260505T163000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T163003Z
UID:10005015-1778324400-1778331600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:International AIDS Candlelight Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial 2026. This is a time to honour the lives we have lost\, stand in solidarity with those living with HIV\, and reaffirm our commitment to breaking the stigma. \n\n\n\nWhen we unite\, we ensure that no one walks this path alone. We invite you to join the AIDS Committee of Ottawa and Bruce House for this meaningful morning of remembrance and community. \n\n\n\n📧 For more information\, please contact: cory@aco-cso.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/international-aids-candlelight-memorial/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004134-1778173200-1778180400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004133-1777568400-1777575600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004132-1776963600-1776970800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260217T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221748Z
UID:10004751-1776882600-1776888000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) is a support and discussion group for transmasculine and masculine-of-center Black\, indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) to learn about transformative justice\, unlearn toxic gendered behaviors\, and imagine what masculinity could look like outside of the gender binary.  \n\n\n\nDuring our virtual meetings\, we will dive deep into the framework of transformative justice (TJ) and how we can apply it to our everyday lives\, create a community of support for one another\, and share our personal stories of coming into our genders. Our ultimate goal is to move the group towards a closed community accountability space where we can practice robust transformative justice as we heal and grow in our masculinities together.  \n\n\n\nTGC is open to any Black\, Indigenous\, and/or person of color (BIPOC) who identifies as transmasculine or masculine-of-center\, regardless of gender identity.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that white-passing BIPOC reflect on their privilege and the way they are racialized. At TGC\, we discuss our gendered experiences as people that are racialized as Black or brown in the world. Please choose whether to attend our meetings based on these reflections.   \n\n\n\nOur virtual monthly meetings are held over Zoom and take place on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8PM EST. Register below to receive the link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Virtual event
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-04-22/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004131-1776358800-1776366000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004130-1775754000-1775761200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004129-1775149200-1775156400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260326T010716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T010724Z
UID:10004833-1774785600-1774803600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Snacks
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce that the trans library is celebrating Trans Day of Visibility with our second annual Trans Day of Snacks! With heightened visibility and trans lives being threatened globally\, being in community with other trans people can be life-altering/saving. We’re proud of you for persevering\, for persisting in being yourself\, for making it this far\, and for choosing yourself over and over again ♥️ \n\n\n\nTo celebrate our wonderful community\, the library will be holding an open house celebration on Sunday\, March 29th\, from 12 to 5 PM- with snacks available- While you snack\, check out our amazing collection of books for loan\, play board games\, and socialize with the community! We’ll set up in the park across the street if weather permits ☀️ \n\n\n\nIt is also our monthly Nonbinary Crafternoon\, we’ll reserve a dedicated area for crafting. To our crafternoon regulars: feel free to come grab a treat and craft as usual <3 \n\n\n\nSnacks are first-come\, first-serve prioritizing the trans community – Please check our stories for updates on snack availability! \n\n\n\nThank you so much to our friends at Moo Shu Ice Cream @mooshuicecream\, Little Jo Berry’s @littlejoberrys\, and Strawberry Blonde @blondebaking\, who are providing delicious snacks and have consistently supported the library and the Ottawa trans community! \n\n\n\nVegan and gluten-free options will be available 🧁And thank you to the good folks of @gendereveal who popularized the idea of Trans Day of Snack 🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\nWho is eligible for snacks? \n\n\n\nIf you identify under the trans and/or non-binary umbrella\, you’re welcome! We additionally encourage allies and local community members to come drop in to learn about our materials and space : ) \n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nThe library has two steps up to the door\, a ramp is available upon request which goes out to the end of the sidewalk. \n\n\n\nMasking is expected when not eating or drinking\, however please be aware that snacking is a higher-risk activity by nature.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-snacks/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065750
CREATED:20260326T011701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T011709Z
UID:10004834-1774609200-1774638000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Confidence In Colour
DESCRIPTION:A FREE 3-week youth leadership and wellness program created for LGBTQIA2S+\, newcomer\, refugee\, and BIPOC youth in Ottawa. \n\n\n\nThis program is designed to create a supportive space to build confidence\, connect with community\, and explore self-expression through meaningful conversations and creative experiences. \n\n\n\nMarch 27 (11 AM – 7 PM)Our final community celebration day featuring speakers\, a community panel\, performances\, shared meals\, certificates\, and gifts for participants. \n\n\n\n🌱 This is a space to: \n\n\n\n🎨 Explore creativity✨ Build confidence💬 Develop leadership skills🤍 Connect with community🌈 Show up as your authentic self \n\n\n\nNo experience needed\, just come as you are. \n\n\n\n💸 FREE program⏳ Limited spots available📍 Downtown Ottawa (location shared upon registration) \n\n\n\n📲 Follow the link below to register. \n\n\n\nLet’s grow\, lead\, and shine together. 💙✨
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-in-colour/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="United In Pride":MAILTO:info@unitedinpride.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004128-1774544400-1774551600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260217T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221748Z
UID:10004750-1774463400-1774468800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) is a support and discussion group for transmasculine and masculine-of-center Black\, indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) to learn about transformative justice\, unlearn toxic gendered behaviors\, and imagine what masculinity could look like outside of the gender binary.  \n\n\n\nDuring our virtual meetings\, we will dive deep into the framework of transformative justice (TJ) and how we can apply it to our everyday lives\, create a community of support for one another\, and share our personal stories of coming into our genders. Our ultimate goal is to move the group towards a closed community accountability space where we can practice robust transformative justice as we heal and grow in our masculinities together.  \n\n\n\nTGC is open to any Black\, Indigenous\, and/or person of color (BIPOC) who identifies as transmasculine or masculine-of-center\, regardless of gender identity.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that white-passing BIPOC reflect on their privilege and the way they are racialized. At TGC\, we discuss our gendered experiences as people that are racialized as Black or brown in the world. Please choose whether to attend our meetings based on these reflections.   \n\n\n\nOur virtual monthly meetings are held over Zoom and take place on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8PM EST. Register below to receive the link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-03-25/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Virtual event
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-03-25/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260317T191131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T191139Z
UID:10004829-1774458000-1774461600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Lessons from Queer History: A Webinar for Emerging Queer and Trans Advocates
DESCRIPTION:In looking back at queer history\, we can draw lessons from past political organizing to generate a sense of optimism and agency as our communities stare down resurgent hate\, polarization and attacks on human rights.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar is all about sharing movement wisdom with new\, emerging and young activists to provide the next generation with tangible opportunities to contribute to 2SLGBTQIA+ movements and organizing. Join us to rekindle your hope\, learn from movement elders\, and dream together of a more free\, equal and just future for 2SLGBTQIA+ people.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lessons-from-queer-history-a-webinar-for-emerging-queer-and-trans-advocates/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lessons-from-queer-history-a-webinar-for-emerging-queer-and-trans-advocates/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260120T193144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T193147Z
UID:10004695-1774288800-1774292400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Working across Communities: How to be culturally aware when doing political activism
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is ideal for anyone involved in political or community work who wants to ensure their activism is grounded in respect\, cultural safety\, and meaningful relationship-building. Whether you’re new to this learning or deepening an existing practice\, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how to advocate for change in ways that uplift Indigenous sovereignty rather than overshadow it. \n\n\n\nQueer Momentum’s Winter Webinars\n\n\n\nThrough our webinars\, we help power-up 2SLGBTQIA+ advocates and allies with training on effective advocacy\, movement-building and community organizing. These sessions are free\, and intended to help you – as an activist or ally – become a stronger advocate.  \n\n\n\nThis winter\, we’re bringing you five sessions designed and delivered by our team\, ranging from effective messaging to arts-based activism to undertaking culturally aware advocacy. We’re proud of these sessions\, and excited to share them with you. All sessions will be recorded and shared with registrants – so don’t hesitate to sign up even if you can’t make it during the time-slot. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/working-across-communities-how-to-be-culturally-aware-when-doing-political-activism/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/working-across-communities-how-to-be-culturally-aware-when-doing-political-activism/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004127-1773939600-1773946800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260310T162417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162430Z
UID:10004803-1773579600-1773586800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tea For Tara
DESCRIPTION:“Black Trans Worldbuilding for a Freer Future” \n\n\n\nFeaturing guest speaker\,Dr. Syrus Marcus Ware (TORONTO). \n\n\n\nDr. Syrus Marcus Ware is Assistant Professor at the School of the Arts\, McMaster University\, exploring social justice frameworks and Black activist culture. He is a Vanier scholar\, visual artist\, activist\, curator\, and educator\, with works presented across Canada and internationally. Ware is part of the Black August Arts Residency Collective\, a co-founder of Black Lives Matter–Canada\, curator of the That’s So Gay show\, and author of numerous papers\, articles\, and books. He is co-editor of the best-selling “Until We Are Free: Reflections on Black Lives Matter in Canada” (URP\, 2020). \n\n\n\nWith Facilitator Joanis Sherry\, Board Co-Chair of the Ottawa Trans Library. \n\n\n\n“Tea for Tara is a year-long monthly storytelling program in support of the Ottawa Trans Library for gathering\, sharing and publishing of Trans stories & history along with Networking and Mentorship.” Produced by Elaina Martin in collaboration with CUAG. \n\n\n\nStick around after the one hour storytelling segment and enjoy a chill space to explore and celebrate creativity. Sip some tea\, connect with amazing folks\, and imagine new possibilities together. Don’t miss out on this inspiring gathering! \n\n\n\nThis program is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts &Carleton University Art Gallery \n\n\n\nThis event is sold out for in-person attendance but will be livestreamed on the Ottawa Trans Library Instagram\, Facebook and YouTube pages.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tea-for-tara-2/
LOCATION:Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre\, 335 Cooper St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P0G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004126-1773334800-1773342000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260120T192638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T192642Z
UID:10004694-1772733600-1772737200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Making Your Voice Heard: Using Mainstream Media for Queer Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:It’s becoming harder to get queer perspectives into mainstream media\, but media remains one of the best (free) ways of getting our perspectives out there. Join Queer Momentum’s executive director Fae Johnstone – one of Canada’s most frequent queer commentators – for an interactive session on how to meaningfully engage media in your advocacy. \n\n\n\nQueer Momentum’s Winter Webinars\n\n\n\nThrough our webinars\, we help power-up 2SLGBTQIA+ advocates and allies with training on effective advocacy\, movement-building and community organizing. These sessions are free\, and intended to help you – as an activist or ally – become a stronger advocate.  \n\n\n\nThis winter\, we’re bringing you five sessions designed and delivered by our team\, ranging from effective messaging to arts-based activism to undertaking culturally aware advocacy. We’re proud of these sessions\, and excited to share them with you. All sessions will be recorded and shared with registrants – so don’t hesitate to sign up even if you can’t make it during the time-slot. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/making-your-voice-heard-using-mainstream-media-for-queer-advocacy/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/making-your-voice-heard-using-mainstream-media-for-queer-advocacy/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004125-1772730000-1772737200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004124-1772125200-1772132400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260217T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221748Z
UID:10004749-1772044200-1772049600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) is a support and discussion group for transmasculine and masculine-of-center Black\, indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) to learn about transformative justice\, unlearn toxic gendered behaviors\, and imagine what masculinity could look like outside of the gender binary.  \n\n\n\nDuring our virtual meetings\, we will dive deep into the framework of transformative justice (TJ) and how we can apply it to our everyday lives\, create a community of support for one another\, and share our personal stories of coming into our genders. Our ultimate goal is to move the group towards a closed community accountability space where we can practice robust transformative justice as we heal and grow in our masculinities together.  \n\n\n\nTGC is open to any Black\, Indigenous\, and/or person of color (BIPOC) who identifies as transmasculine or masculine-of-center\, regardless of gender identity.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that white-passing BIPOC reflect on their privilege and the way they are racialized. At TGC\, we discuss our gendered experiences as people that are racialized as Black or brown in the world. Please choose whether to attend our meetings based on these reflections.   \n\n\n\nOur virtual monthly meetings are held over Zoom and take place on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8PM EST. Register below to receive the link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Virtual event
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-02-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T065751
CREATED:20260120T192247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T192253Z
UID:10004693-1771527600-1771531200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Art & Advocacy: A Webinar for Queer Creatives
DESCRIPTION:Join Karla Marx – drag queen\, burlesque performer and all around queer icon for a virtual session focused on using drag and art for 2SLGBTQIA+ activism. \n\n\n\nThis session is offered in partnership with Trans Action Alberta. \n\n\n\nQueer Momentum’s Winter Webinars\n\n\n\nThrough our webinars\, we help power-up 2SLGBTQIA+ advocates and allies with training on effective advocacy\, movement-building and community organizing. These sessions are free\, and intended to help you – as an activist or ally – become a stronger advocate.  \n\n\n\nThis winter\, we’re bringing you five sessions designed and delivered by our team\, ranging from effective messaging to arts-based activism to undertaking culturally aware advocacy. We’re proud of these sessions\, and excited to share them with you. All sessions will be recorded and shared with registrants – so don’t hesitate to sign up even if you can’t make it during the time-slot. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-advocacy-a-webinar-for-queer-creatives/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-advocacy-a-webinar-for-queer-creatives/
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