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SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250724T022422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T022452Z
UID:10003328-1753900200-1753907400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Month Poetry Workshop with Ben Ladouceur
DESCRIPTION:Beginning and emerging poets are invited to join facilitator Ben Ladouceur for a poetry workshop on the eve of Pride Month in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nBen will guide participants through writing prompts inspired by some of the best contemporary queer and ally poets. \n\n\n\nWhether you write poetry all the time or haven’t touched it for many years – if you want to explore and create poetry in a safe and productive space\, you will find this workshop worthwhile. You will walk away with three or four new poems in your notebook\, to continue working on at your own pace. \n\n\n\nParticipants will also be invited (if they want to) to take part in a reading in late August alongside authors Kimberly Quiogue Andrews\, Kevin Shaw and Sanita Fejzić (details to come). \n\n\n\nNote: The workshop is free but you need a library card (also free) to register. \n\n\n\nAbout Ben:Ben Ladouceur is an author living on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation (Ottawa). His first book\, Otter\, was selected as a best book of 2015 by the National Post\, nominated for a Lambda Literary Award\, and awarded the Gerald Lampert Memorial Award; his second book\, Mad Long Emotion\, was awarded the Archibald Lampman Prize. He is the recipient of the Writers’ Trust Dayne Ogilvie Prize for emerging LGBT+ writers\, and a National Magazine Award for Poetry. His short fiction has been featured in the Journey Prize Anthology and awarded the Thomas Morton Prize. His debut novel\, I Remember Lights\, was published by Book*hug Press in April 2025.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-month-poetry-workshop-with-ben-ladouceur/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Sunnyside\, 1049 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002402-1753722000-1753729200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250609T153136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153155Z
UID:10003143-1753524000-1753531200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: Serve/Defense
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nThis session will include work on techniques for service\, blocking and defense in 2-on-2 beach volleyball. We will work on reading the first two contacts of an opponent to better set up a defense to counterattack. For this session\, participants are expected to have basic ball control (being able to forearm or hand pass a ball to a target) to allow for meaningful rallies.   
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-serve-defense/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002401-1753117200-1753124400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-21/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002400-1752512400-1752519600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-14/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002800-1752413400-1752417000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250609T150555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T150623Z
UID:10003142-1752314400-1752321600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: Reception/Side Out
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nFor this session\, we will focus on serve receive to attack.  This will include working on passing/setting and attack strategies in a 2-on-2 setting.  Game situation drills will provide opportunities to practice the transition from reception to attack and allow for live feedback.  For this session\, participants are expected to have basic ball control (being able to forearm or hand pass a ball to a target) to allow for meaningful rallies.     
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-reception-side-out/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250522T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T162803Z
UID:10002821-1751995800-1752012000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Quest to Climaxia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a role-playing quest with games and education at SAW on July 8. We’ll have a complimentary dinner lined up to fuel you before the fantastical adventure begins. A full bar will be available for drinks to purchase. \n\n\n\nThe Quest\n\n\n\nYou and the citizens of the magical\, utopian land of Climaxia learn that you’ve have been exposed to the Glitterot–a powerful\, disease-spreading gem. Four diseases now wreak havoc on the Climaxians and their infrastructure: the magical structures begin to flicker\, the wards are failing\, and the once-prosperous crops are wilting. \n\n\n\nYou\, a citizen of Climaxia\, and your neighbours can overcome this mayhem\, but you’ll have to work together. Register below and get ready for the hottest queer quest of the year! \n\n\n\nAdditional Details\n\n\n\nSAW is a fully accessible venue. \n\n\n\nThis event includes themes of sexual health. \n\n\n\nThis is a free event.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quest-to-climaxia/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002399-1751907600-1751914800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-07/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002799-1751808600-1751812200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250625T163910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T163925Z
UID:10003189-1751479200-1751486400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:K1 Fr
DESCRIPTION:Ce mois-ci\, nous vous invitons à découvrir les ressources disponibles à la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa. Nous allons découvrir ensemble comment y avoir accès et comment en profiter pleinement en tant que personne francophone. \n\n\n\nInscrivez-vous ci-dessous pour réserver votre place.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/k1-fr/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library\, 120 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002398-1751302800-1751310000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-06-30/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002798-1751203800-1751207400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250624T162554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T162644Z
UID:10003182-1751119200-1751126400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Everybody Rows
DESCRIPTION:𝔹𝕀𝔾 ℕ𝔼𝕎𝕊! 💙 Everybody Rows Ottawa has invited youth\, aged 12-17 to a rowing workshop on June 28\, 2025 from 2pm-4pm. \n\n\n\nEvents that celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ diversity in sport promotes inclusion and acceptance. Undoubtedly\, there is much work to be done when it comes to gender in sports\, but there are organizations and people in Ottawa who are making big strides through their advocacy and visibility. \n\n\n\nHUGE shoutout to Rebecca @ottawarowingclub for putting on this workshop. Happy Pride! 🌈 \n\n\n\nLet’s Row\, Connect\, and Celebrate this June. \n\n\n\nPlease DM or email us\, hello@centre33.ca with any questions.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/everybody-rows/
LOCATION:Ottawa Rowing Club\, 10 Lady Grey Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Kanata,Social,Sports and recreation,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre33":MAILTO:kanatacentre33@outlook.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250609T145843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T145915Z
UID:10003141-1751104800-1751112000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: 2-on-2 Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nHere we will cover the basics of 2-on-2 beach volleyball. Serve receive (1st contact)\, setting (2nd contact)\, attacking (shot options)\, defense (block/dig) and service. The goal is to develop players’ understanding of the skills\, flow and movement required to play the 2-on-2 beach game.    
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-2-on-2-fundamentals/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250624T164324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T164428Z
UID:10003184-1751040000-1751050800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:National HIV Testing Day
DESCRIPTION:📍 National HIV Testing Day🗓️ June 27th | 4–7 PM📌 George Plaza\, ByWard Market \n\n\n\nJoin the AIDS Committee of Ottawa and our amazing partners — @getakit.ca \, @knowppottawa \, @theprepclinic \, Somerset West Community Health Centre\, @maxottawa.ca \, and @chuo.media — for an afternoon of community\, connection\, and care. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be there with free resources\, information\, and support to help you take charge of your health. \n\n\n\nMusic\, outreach\, and good vibes included! \n\n\n\nKnow your status. Protect your health. Empower your community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/national-hiv-testing-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Nationally recognized dates,Ottawa,Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250607T235338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T162840Z
UID:10003132-1750786200-1750797000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Summer-Themed Cyanotype Printing Workshop #2
DESCRIPTION:Invite your friends and loved ones to explore the wonders of cyanotype printing in a lively\, creative setting! This workshop will be an opportunity to create summer-inspired prints as we welcome the warmest days of the year. \n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop Led by Linh VH Nguyen \n\n\n\nWith the summer equinox on the horizon\, this cyanotype workshop will focus on bright\, juicy summer themes like in-season fruits\, bird sightings\, and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, you’ll dive into a hands-on exploration of one of the earliest photographic printing techniques. \n\n\n\nIn addition to traditional cyanotype methods\, we’ll introduce some fun new twists: \n\n\n\n\nFruit-inspired compositions using photo negatives\, pressed fruit\, and botanical stencils.\n\n\n\nPrint bleaching using washing soda.\n\n\n\nTea toning to add beautiful\, subtle hues.\n\n\n\n\nPre-Workshop Info Package A week before the workshop\, you’ll receive an info package with: \n\n\n\n\nA tutorial on how to print negatives\n\n\n\nA cyanotype process overview\n\n\n\nStudio space details and guidelines This is optional but useful for those who want to prepare ahead of time.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nA guided introduction to cyanotype printing and alternative toning methods\n\n\n\nPrepped photo negatives of fruits\, flowers\, and botanical-themed stencils\n\n\n\nThe option to bring your own pressed flowers\, lace\, or small experimental objects\n\n\n\nA relaxed\, creative space to explore a historic printing process\n\n\n\nUV lamps for exposure in this evening workshop\n\n\n\n\nTicket Tiers & Accessibility\n\n\n\n\nLow-Income/Student Ticket – $25 For students and those facing financial constraints.\n\n\n\nStandard Ticket – $45 Covers the full cost of the workshop and helps support future events.\n\n\n\nSponsor Ticket – $90 Covers your spot and fully sponsors another participant. Includes a bonus tote bag.\n\n\n\n\nSponsored Spots Available:There are a limited number of sponsored spots for those who purchase the “Pay It Forward” option. These spots are first-come\, first-served. I will post on my Instagram story when available. \n\n\n\nPay It Forward Guidance \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included Material Kit: ✔ One uncoated 5×7 paper ✔ One pre-coated 4×6 paper ✔ One uncoated 4×6 paper \n\n\n\nShared Materials:\n\n\n\n\nCyanotype chemicals\, brushes\, UV exposure setup\n\n\n\nPressed flowers\, fruit-themed stencils\, photo negatives\n\n\n\nWashing soda and various teas for bleaching and toning\n\n\n\nTrays\, water\, and gloves for safe handling\n\n\n\n\nHealth & Safety Guidelines\n\n\n\nMasking Policy: Masks are mandatory to ensure a safe space for all attendees. \n\n\n\nNo food or drinks at the cyanotype station or UV exposure area. \n\n\n\nGlove Recommendation: If you have sensitive skin\, please bring waterproof gloves. Latex gloves (size small) will be available. \n\n\n\nCyanotype & Alternative Processing Safety: Cyanotype is a safe and environmentally friendly process\, but we will take precautions: \n\n\n\nAvoid direct skin contact with cyanotype solution; wash with soap and water if needed.Handle washing soda (for bleaching) carefully to avoid irritation.Toning solutions (using tea) are non-toxic and safe for use.Gloves and handling tools (tongs/clippers) will be available for added safety.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/summer-themed-cyanotype-printing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Linh VH Nguyen":MAILTO:linh.nguyen.nvhl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002397-1750698000-1750705200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-06-23/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250622T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002797-1750599000-1750602600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250621T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250616T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T220754Z
UID:10003172-1750521600-1750532400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Vogue Workshop + Open Session
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa get your kneepads and water ready because we’re getting to werk! \n\n\n\nWe are honoured to have G Mako Telfar and Amina 007 in our city for an OTA voguefemme workshop and open session after! \n\n\n\nThis session is pay what you can but also let us know if that is a barrier to you. \n\n\n\nSaturday 21st June 2025Bronson Centre\, Room 1034pm sharp! \n\n\n\nRegistration in link below! ✨
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vogue-workshop-open-session/
LOCATION:Bronson Centre\, 211 Bronson Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5H6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250529T171933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T160054Z
UID:10002844-1750518000-1750521600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:MAX Ottawa: Spill the Beans
DESCRIPTION:June is Mens Health Month and in honour of this\, MAX is hosting a series of community discussion groups for dudes in the national capital region. So we invite you to join us and some local experts to spill the beans\, and chat about health. \n\n\n\nMental Health Hygiene  \n\n\n\nWe brush our teeth\, we shower\, and we comb our hair. Those are the little things we do to take care of our bodies\, but what are we doing to take care of our minds? Mental Health can be a big challenge sometimes. But sometimes it’s also about all the little things we do to stay well.  
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/max-ottawa-spill-the-beans-3/
LOCATION:Wise Town Cafe\, 329A Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250607T234814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T164312Z
UID:10003131-1750181400-1750192200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Summer-Themed Cyanotype Printing Workshop #1
DESCRIPTION:Invite your friends and loved ones to explore the wonders of cyanotype printing in a lively\, creative setting! This workshop will be an opportunity to create summer-inspired prints as we welcome the warmest days of the year. \n\n\n\nAbout the Workshop Led by Linh VH Nguyen \n\n\n\nWith the summer equinox on the horizon\, this cyanotype workshop will focus on bright\, juicy summer themes like in-season fruits\, bird sightings\, and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, you’ll dive into a hands-on exploration of one of the earliest photographic printing techniques. \n\n\n\nIn addition to traditional cyanotype methods\, we’ll introduce some fun new twists: \n\n\n\n\nFruit-inspired compositions using photo negatives\, pressed fruit\, and botanical stencils.\n\n\n\nPrint bleaching using washing soda.\n\n\n\nTea toning to add beautiful\, subtle hues.\n\n\n\n\nPre-Workshop Info Package A week before the workshop\, you’ll receive an info package with: \n\n\n\n\nA tutorial on how to print negatives\n\n\n\nA cyanotype process overview\n\n\n\nStudio space details and guidelines This is optional but useful for those who want to prepare ahead of time.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nA guided introduction to cyanotype printing and alternative toning methods\n\n\n\nPrepped photo negatives of fruits\, flowers\, and botanical-themed stencils\n\n\n\nThe option to bring your own pressed flowers\, lace\, or small experimental objects\n\n\n\nA relaxed\, creative space to explore a historic printing process\n\n\n\nUV lamps for exposure in this evening workshop\n\n\n\n\nTicket Tiers & Accessibility\n\n\n\n\nLow-Income/Student Ticket – $25 For students and those facing financial constraints.\n\n\n\nStandard Ticket – $45 Covers the full cost of the workshop and helps support future events.\n\n\n\nSponsor Ticket – $90 Covers your spot and fully sponsors another participant. Includes a bonus tote bag.\n\n\n\n\nSponsored Spots Available:There are a limited number of sponsored spots for those who purchase the “Pay It Forward” option. These spots are first-come\, first-served. I will post on my Instagram story when available. \n\n\n\nPay It Forward Guidance \n\n\n\nWhat’s Included Material Kit: ✔ One uncoated 5×7 paper ✔ One pre-coated 4×6 paper ✔ One uncoated 4×6 paper \n\n\n\nShared Materials:\n\n\n\n\nCyanotype chemicals\, brushes\, UV exposure setup\n\n\n\nPressed flowers\, fruit-themed stencils\, photo negatives\n\n\n\nWashing soda and various teas for bleaching and toning\n\n\n\nTrays\, water\, and gloves for safe handling\n\n\n\n\nHealth & Safety Guidelines:\n\n\n\nMasking Policy: Masks are mandatory to ensure a safe space for all attendees. \n\n\n\nNo food or drinks at the cyanotype station or UV exposure area. \n\n\n\nGlove Recommendation: If you have sensitive skin\, please bring waterproof gloves. Latex gloves (size small) will be available. \n\n\n\nCyanotype & Alternative Processing Safety: Cyanotype is a safe and environmentally friendly process\, but we will take precautions: \n\n\n\nAvoid direct skin contact with cyanotype solution; wash with soap and water if needed.Handle washing soda (for bleaching) carefully to avoid irritation.Toning solutions (using tea) are non-toxic and safe for use.Gloves and handling tools (tongs/clippers) will be available for added safety.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/summer-themed-cyanotype-printing-workshop-1/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Linh VH Nguyen":MAILTO:linh.nguyen.nvhl@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250602T234713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T234858Z
UID:10003111-1750098600-1750105800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk About It: Navigating Sexual Health as a Newcomer \n\n\n\nMonday June 16\, 2025 – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM – At MAX Ottawa \n\n\n\nAre you an GBTQ+ newcomer trying to make sense of sexual health services in Ottawa? Join us for a community discussion where your voice matters. This session is a chance to share your experiences\, challenges\, and questions about accessing sexual health information\, support\, and services. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll explore what a helpful guide for newcomers could look like—something shaped by the community\, for the community. Your input will directly help us build a practical and relevant resource to support others on the same journey.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-3/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002396-1750093200-1750100400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-06-16/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250608T003912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T164509Z
UID:10003139-1750086000-1750093200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Write With Us
DESCRIPTION:Writers Collective of Canada and Kind Space invites you to join us for our afternoon writing workshops. Write With Us! Our first meeting will be held on Monday June 16th\, 2025\, and our subsequent meetings will happen monthly on the third monday from 3-5PM. We are all connected through story. Stories have the power to remove barriers of difference and to broaden perspectives. By writing together and listening to others with positive feedback\, we connect with the common humanity that bonds us all. Partnering with Kind Space\, WCC believes that every voice deserves to be heard. No experience is necessary and we will provide writing materials to each new participant. Join one\, two or all four summer sessions at your own pace\, and come to write and share your writing journey with others. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for our first session\, we will only be able to accept about a maximum of 8 people per workshop. We will select participants based on first come basis. We apologize in advance\, we will email those participants who in the event that the form does not close at 8 submission\, we will also email those people to inform them and add them to our waitlist. If you register and don’t plan on attending please let us know so we can open up registration. Thank you so much \n\n\n\nBiographies: \n\n\n\nKathleen Conibear \n\n\n\nOttawa\, Ontario \n\n\n\nKathleen’s association with WCC began in the early days of Covid as a writer in WCC workshops offered through Mood Disorders Ottawa (MDO). She was so excited by the experience that she became a facilitator as soon as she could. She has conducted over 50 woekshops for WCC \n\n\n\nIn addition\, she volunteers for several other organizations. She has provided peer support facilitation for MDO\, PSO (Psychiatric Survivors of Ottawa)\, OCO (Ontario Caregivers’ Organization)\, and Kind Space (LGBTQ2S+ Community Centre). She is also part of the OHT-CPT (Ottawa Hospital Team – Client/Partner Table) and the OHT-MHSU sub-committee (OHT – Mental Health and Substance Use) as well as the Patient Navigation working group. Recently she was a member of the Advisory Committee for the OCO’s storytelling project “Sharing for Change”. She also participated in the “Elder Queer” history workshops hosted by the NAC. \n\n\n\nKathleen has also been involved with WCC’s Write On! program and two of her short stories were published in the 2022 Front Lines anthologies. \n\n\n\nRoman (Ro) Dineen (they/them) \n\n\n\nOttawa\, Ontario \n\n\n\nRoman Dineen (they/them) is a trans non-binary and gender fluid person living in Ottawa. They live with mental health challenges and chronic health conditions that have resulted in hospitalization and outpatient care. Ro is a determined individual who looks for tools and knowledge to empower their choices and actions. They model self-determinism and strength by participating in peer support and creative expression. Writing is a tool for Ro to acknowledge their lived reality and find ways to pay tribute to the best and worst parts of being human. They love dogs\, their family\, and the medications that keep them alive. \n\n\n\nLocation and Accessibility Notes \n\n\n\nKind Space \n\n\n\n400 Cooper Street \n\n\n\n9th Floor\, Unit #9001 \n\n\n\nMore information including parking at: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nEntrance to the building is accessible from the sidewalk which is level with the main doors. Curb cuts are located on the corner of Cooper and Bank and in front of 420 Cooper (CCHC) which is connected to 400 Cooper. \n\n\n\nAutomatic doors at the main entrance\, easily accessed before 6pm on weekdays. Support may be required after 6pm or weekends due to the security settings of the building. \n\n\n\nMix of carpet and tiled flooring on the main floor and in the elevators \n\n\n\nLow pile carpet on the 9th floor \n\n\n\n3 large elevators
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/write-with-us/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Service,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250615T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002796-1749994200-1749997800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-06-15/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250614T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250529T170849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T201312Z
UID:10002843-1749913200-1749916800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:MAX Ottawa: Spill the Beans
DESCRIPTION:June is Mens Health Month and in honour of this\, MAX is hosting a series of community discussion groups for dudes in the national capital region. So we invite you to join us and some local experts to spill the beans\, and chat about health. \n\n\n\nAging: Wiser and still sexy \n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to grow older in queer communities? What does sex look like after 50? A lot of us are scared of aging\, but many older queers would say they’re having the best time\, and the best sex of their lives! A discussion group for all ages\, come chat about the journey of being queer and getting older. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/max-ottawa-spill-the-beans-2/
LOCATION:Wise Town Cafe\, 329A Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250609T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T045537
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002395-1749488400-1749495600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-06-09/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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UID:10002795-1749389400-1749393000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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