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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T190000
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UID:10005304-1784055600-1784061000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Death Salon: Sex\, Death\, and Kink
DESCRIPTION:Queer Death Salon is a virtual community space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people to come together to discuss death\, dying and grief. It is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities. \n\n\n\nJoin Badly Licked Bear for a deep conversation about the ways that sex and death are woven together in fetish\, kink and BDSM\, seen through and with a critical eye towards the realities and illusions of the “kink escalator\,” which like the “relationship escalator\,” both suggests and expects illusions of “progress” as a goal\, while also looking at the advantages of living and playing and loving in both the deep and the shallow ends of the pool. \n\n\n\nBadly Licked Bear is an educator\, storyteller\, artist\, and mutual aid worker. A former curator and college professor\, she teaches\, speaks\, and writes at the intersections of film\, culture\, politics and sexuality. She also works as a voice and activist for transgender civil rights and practical\, transformative sexuality in the BDSM\, kink\, and leather communities.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-sex-death-and-kink/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-sex-death-and-kink/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T200000
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CREATED:20260709T192137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T192142Z
UID:10005378-1784052000-1784059200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Reel Queers Film Club
DESCRIPTION:Lights… Camera… Action. \n\n\n\nWe’re kicking GayZone Week 2 off with a movie night 🎬 \n\n\n\nJoin us for our first ever Reel Queers film club. This week\, we’re screening The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson.  \n\n\n\nThis bio-doc investigates the mysterious 1992 death of black gay rights activist and Stonewall veteran\, Marsha P. Johnson. Using archival interviews with Johnson\, and new interviews with Johnson’s family\, friends and fellow activists. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a film buff or just looking for a low-key Tuesday evening with friends\, this is for you. Sign up through the form below to let us know you’re coming. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Reel Queers\n\n\n\nReel Queers is GayZone’s recurring queer film club\, creating a welcoming and affirming space where 2SLGBTQ+ community members can gather to experience\, discuss\, and celebrate queer cinema. Through carefully curated screenings spanning classic\, contemporary\, independent\, and international films\, Reel Queers explores the diversity of queer identities\, histories\, and lived experiences while fostering meaningful conversation and community connection.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/reel-queers-film-club/
LOCATION:Centretown Community Health Centre\, 420 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T193521Z
CREATED:20260701T193514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T193521Z
UID:10005349-1783969200-1783976400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nJuly drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, July 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27 (7pm to 9pm) \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link below for more information. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender-neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible\, but does not have an automatic door opener.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. There’s also a park on the other side of Sparks St. where you can take a break. \n\n\n\nSee you soon! 👊🏳️‍🌈
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-7/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260707T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260707T193000
DTSTAMP:20260703T162716Z
CREATED:20260703T002921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T162716Z
UID:10005357-1783447200-1783452600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Flow
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Flow is a 90 minute yoga class focused on a holistic practice including movement\, meditation\, and breath work. Incorporating accessible shapes and flows\, that may be adjusted to suit all levels of practice. No previous yoga experience will be required\, nor any base level of flexibility. Each class is run with the goal to help participants leave with a sense of ease of self\, and tools to return to that sense on or off the mat. The class makes room to explore the other limbs of yoga beyond just asana\, practicing wellness instead of fitness. \n\n\n\nIn order to participate and benefit from the class participants must: \n\n\n\n\nBe able to stand up from sitting on the floor or a block\n\n\n\nWear clothes you are comfortable in\, that allow for range of movement\n\n\n\nSigned a liability waiver\n\n\n\nOptional: Bring a water bottle\n\n\n\n\nSpots are limited: Sign up through the form below to secure yours
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-flow/
LOCATION:Centretown Community Health Centre\, 420 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T210000
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UID:10005348-1783364400-1783371600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nJuly drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, July 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27 (7pm to 9pm) \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link below for more information. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender-neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible\, but does not have an automatic door opener.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. There’s also a park on the other side of Sparks St. where you can take a break. \n\n\n\nSee you soon! 👊🏳️‍🌈
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-7/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234439Z
CREATED:20260615T234436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T234439Z
UID:10005247-1782572400-1782579600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spill The Beans: "Have You Tried Losing Weight?"
DESCRIPTION:Healthcare conversations often fixate on weight loss as a catch-all solution. Join us as we discuss fatphobia in medicine and the unique experiences faced by queer men of differing shapes and sizes. Let’s unpack the question: Can fat bodies be healthy bodies? \n\n\n\nSpill The Beans is a conversation series\, hosted at cafes across Ottawa\, inviting gay\, bi\, and queer men for a relaxed conversation with local experts about all things men’s health. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited\, so make sure to RSVP through the form below to secure your spot.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spill-the-beans-have-you-tried-losing-weight/
LOCATION:Jackson Cafe\, 10 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260622T125506Z
CREATED:20260622T125454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T125506Z
UID:10005266-1782568800-1782586800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:National HIV Testing Day
DESCRIPTION:🎗Know your status. Take charge of your health. ❤️ \n\n\n\nJoin us this National HIV Testing Day – June 27th for community outreach in Ottawa!📍 Ottawa Sign\, 1 York St. (ByWard Market) \n\n\n\nStop by to learn about:✅ HIV testing (including new oral self-test kits)✅ Prevention & treatment✅ Local resources and support \n\n\n\nWhy testing matters:• Early diagnosis = early treatment• Treatment helps you live a long\, healthy life• U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable)• Protect yourself & others \n\n\n\nLet’s break stigma\, share knowledge\, and support each other.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/national-hiv-testing-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T144513Z
CREATED:20260614T144511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T144513Z
UID:10005240-1782241200-1782246600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tarot for Grief and Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Queer Death Salon is a community space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people to come together to discuss death\, dying and grief. It is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities \n\n\n\nParticipants will be led through Jungian\, Hermetic\, and Rider-Waite tarot traditions and what it means to read in different modalities\, especially in times of grief or crisis. \n\n\n\nE (she/her/they/them)\, is a largely self-taught tarot reader of about 17 years. They primarily approach their reads from a Jungian or Archetypal standpoint\, inviting people to explore the cards from a deeper psychological standpoint. She has also branched into other forms of cartomancy (lenormand\, playing cards) and is a budding astrologer.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tarot-for-grief-and-crisis/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Regular programming,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tarot-for-grief-and-crisis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T234115Z
CREATED:20260615T234049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T234115Z
UID:10005246-1781967600-1781974800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spill The Beans: The Need for Men's Health
DESCRIPTION:Let’s put a queer lens on men’s health: how do masculinity\, stigma\, relationships\, and community impact the mental and physical wellbeing of queer people? Join the conversation as we explore the challenges we face\, the strengths we embody\, and what it takes to live a fulfilling queer life.  \n\n\n\nSpill The Beans is a conversation series\, hosted at cafes across Ottawa\, inviting gay\, bi\, and queer men for a relaxed conversation with local experts about all things men’s health. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited\, so make sure to RSVP through the form below to secure your spot.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spill-the-beans-the-need-for-mens-health/
LOCATION:Jackson Cafe\, 10 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T201809Z
CREATED:20260531T201753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T201809Z
UID:10005126-1781629200-1781640000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:Join MAX\, the AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, and Capital Rainbow Refuge in curating an art collection for National HIV Testing Day.  \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, June 16\, we’re meeting at the AIDS Committee of Ottawa for an evening of crafting and community. Join us to design your own unique face mask\, expressing what HIV testing means to you. As an art medium\, masking has long represented anonymity\, protection\, and choice. For this upcoming Queerspora session\, we’re using masks to represent our lived experiences.  \n\n\n\nOn National HIV Testing Day (June 27)\, the art will be showcased in the ByWard Market to support public education and stigma reduction efforts.  \n\n\n\nAll materials provided.  \n\n\n\nQueerspora is MAX Ottawa’s monthly social group for queer newcomers.  \n\n\n\nRSVP through the form below to let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-8/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T161921Z
CREATED:20260515T161915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T161921Z
UID:10005057-1779966000-1779976800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Menstrual Health Day Market
DESCRIPTION:This welcoming\, community‑based event brings together local organizations\, artists\, and advocates in a space for dialogue\, learning\, and creative exchange. Through a creative market presented by Luck and Lavender and opportunities to connect with community partners\, visitors are invited to explore menstrual health through the lens of dignity\, accessibility\, and social inclusion.  \n\n\n\nBy recognizing Menstrual Health Day\, the NAC highlights the essential role that arts\, culture\, and community play in strengthening collective understanding and fostering meaningful change. Open to everyone\, the event encourages respectful conversation while celebrating creativity\, resilience\, and collective action.  \n\n\n\nMeet the following organizations: The Period Pin\, Planned Parenthood Ottawa\, The Period Purse\, Hello Period Equity and many more.  \n\n\n\nParticipating Vendors:  \n\n\n\nAprilfish\, Bex Bee\, Coffee Bean Nick\, Doom & Gloom Design\, Madison Conlin Art\, New Leaf Crafting\, Niki’s Pink Clown Closet\, Oreon’s Theme\, Practical Maghook\, Raven and Ram\, Sachioka Art\, Self_Saboteur Prints\, The Spooky Blue Jay\, victaurus’ cottage et VMAY design  \n\n\n\nMenstrual product drive – hosted by The Period Purse  \n\n\n\nThe Period Purse is a national registered charity dedicated to addressing period poverty in every community across Canada. They will be with us to host a mini product drive and collect period products to help menstruators in our community experiencing period poverty. By contributing to this Mini Drive\, you’ll be helping provide vital period products to those who need them most\, supporting the mission of menstrual equity\, and making a real difference in our community.  \n\n\n\nWhat you can donate:  \n\n\n\n\nNew Cloth Pads  \n\n\n\nUnused individually wrapped Pads\, Liners\, and Tampons (open boxes are acceptable) \n\n\n\nNew Menstrual Cups or Discs \n\n\n\nNew Regular Underwear \n\n\n\nNew Period Underwear  
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/menstrual-health-day-market/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Market or festival,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Luck and Lavender":MAILTO:luckandlavenderstudio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T154009Z
CREATED:20260430T153923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T154009Z
UID:10005012-1779906600-1779913800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Keeping It 100: Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Mental Health Week\, K1 is making space to reflect\, connect\, and learn about emotional well-being. We will explore mental health through a community-centered lens\, focusing on: \n\n\n\n\nCoping strategies\n\n\n\nWellness practices\n\n\n\nDiverse support pathways \n\n\n\nReducing stigma\n\n\n\nStrengthening self-awareness\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn\, connect\, and nurture wellness. Sign up for the session through the form below: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNotes about accessibility\n\n\n\n\nOur building has three elevators\, and our office is fully wheelchair accessible. Different seating options are available throughout the evening. There is a gender neutral and wheelchair accessible washroom just outside of our office. Please let us know in advance if you require any additional accommodations.\n\n\n\nOur office is right around the corner from bus stops for the 6\, 7\, and 11. We’re about a 5-minute walk from the nearest stop for the 14\, and a 10-minute walk from Parliament Station (Line 1 of the O-train). There are also several paid parking lots and garages within walking distance. If transit is a barrier for you to attend a session\, let us know and we’ll help you out!\n\n\n\nIf you get here after 6:30 pm\, the doors and elevator will be locked. Don’t worry — just press the MAX buzzer on the side of the door or give us a call at 613‑701‑6555 or 343‑307‑0494. (You can also reach us on WhatsApp!)\n\n\n\nSigned up for a session but can no longer make it? No problem — just shoot us an email at a.wilson@maxottawa.ca as soon as you can.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/keeping-it-100-mental-health/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T235959
DTSTAMP:20260429T144933Z
CREATED:20260428T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T144933Z
UID:10005009-1779494400-1779667199@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Support MAX during Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 🏁
DESCRIPTION:For the 2nd year\, MAX Ottawa is fundraising through the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend to sustain and expand our health and wellness programs. Your support funds free HIV and STI testing initiatives\, gender-affirming care resources\, mental health education\, supportive community programs\, and tools that empower people to take control of their health—free from fear or stigma. \n\n\n\nHelp us reach our goal of $5\,000 by running\, donating\, or sharing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to run with MAX:\n\n\n\n\nPick the race you want to run at runottawa.ca \n\n\n\nCreate your fundraising page through our JustGiving campaign page: justgiving.com/campaign/maxottawa2026\n\nNOTE: this is NOT done through the Run Ottawa or Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend portals\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the MAX fundraising page\, simply hit the orange “Start Fundraising” button\, add your personal content\, and you’re set\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWant to support MAX\, but you’re not a runner?\n\n\n\nGood news! If you’re not a runner or you’re not in town\, you can still support us by donating directly to our fundraising page. \n\n\n\nAnd\, if you’re not in a position to donate\, you can: \n\n\n\n\nFollow us and share our social media campaign\n\n\n\nSubscribe to our maillist to stay up to date on everything we’re doing within the community\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3… 2… 1 🏁💨 Help us reach our finish line! Join the race or donate directly through the link below:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/support-max-during-tamarack-race-weekend-2026/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T183029Z
CREATED:20260505T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T183029Z
UID:10005027-1779129000-1779136200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nMay drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, May 4\, 11\, 18 and Friday\, May 15 (6:30pm to 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n*May 15 will be a little (belated) celebration of two years of QLC. Baked goods provided 🙂 \n\n\n\nLocation: 400 Sparks St. (St. Peter’s Lutheran Church) Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link in our bio for a full list of our equipment. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-6/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T183029Z
CREATED:20260505T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T183029Z
UID:10005026-1778869800-1778877000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nMay drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, May 4\, 11\, 18 and Friday\, May 15 (6:30pm to 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n*May 15 will be a little (belated) celebration of two years of QLC. Baked goods provided 🙂 \n\n\n\nLocation: 400 Sparks St. (St. Peter’s Lutheran Church) Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link in our bio for a full list of our equipment. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-6/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260306T222311Z
CREATED:20260306T222306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T222311Z
UID:10004793-1778612400-1778617800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bids for Care: A Way To Practice Care
DESCRIPTION:Queer Death Salon is a community space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people to come together to discuss death\, dying and grief. It is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities. \n\n\n\nIn this interactive workshop\, participants will explore and practice the concept of “Bid for Care” as a foundational element for building responsive and supportive communities. Drawing on principles of radical mental health and community care\, participants will learn practical strategies for recognizing bids for care\, assessing personal capacity to respond\, and cultivating a culture of mutual support. \n\n\n\noumou is a Senegalese-Guinean\, multi-hyphenate polycreative – therapist(ish)\, coach\, disruptor\, zinester\, writer\, speaker\, consultant and facilitator of spaces for radical learning. oumou is a two-time graduate of Syracuse University and a former adjunct professor at the same school. she is the creator of RMHFA\, a workshop that is slowly but surely changing the care and mental health landscape.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bids-for-care-a-way-to-practice-care/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Regular programming,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bids-for-care-a-way-to-practice-care/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T183029Z
CREATED:20260505T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T183029Z
UID:10005025-1778524200-1778531400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nMay drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, May 4\, 11\, 18 and Friday\, May 15 (6:30pm to 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n*May 15 will be a little (belated) celebration of two years of QLC. Baked goods provided 🙂 \n\n\n\nLocation: 400 Sparks St. (St. Peter’s Lutheran Church) Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link in our bio for a full list of our equipment. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-6/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T183029Z
CREATED:20260505T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T183029Z
UID:10005024-1777919400-1777926600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Lifting Club
DESCRIPTION:Wanna lift weights with queer people?? \n\n\n\nCome lift with us! First-time lifters welcome! All 2SLGBTQIA+ people welcome!(drop-in\, free\, No registration required) \n\n\n\nMay drop-in schedule:☆ Monday\, May 4\, 11\, 18 and Friday\, May 15 (6:30pm to 8:30pm) \n\n\n\n*May 15 will be a little (belated) celebration of two years of QLC. Baked goods provided 🙂 \n\n\n\nLocation: 400 Sparks St. (St. Peter’s Lutheran Church) Ottawa\, ON \n\n\n\nWe provide snacks\, water\, masks\, and weightlifting equipment! See the link in our bio for a full list of our equipment. \n\n\n\nWaivers:– Everyone is required to sign a waiver upon entry. No deadnames allowed on the waivers.– For those who’re under 18 years of age\, make sure a legal gaurdian can sign your waiver. There’s no mention of “queer” on the under 18 waiver.– Waivers can be viewed ahead of time through the link in our bio. \n\n\n\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide n95 masks.– Feel free to remove your mask to eat or drink\, but we ask that everyone respects the space of the people around them while doing so.– Windows will be open for air flow. \n\n\n\nEntrances:– Wheelchair accessible entrance faces Sparks St.– Part of the entrance measures only 35 inches in width.– Entry instructions posted on the door at both entrances. \n\n\n\nTransportation:– Free parking in the church’s driveway beside the parking lot.– Close to Lyon Station by train/bus.– Bikes can be kept in the church hall.– Paid parking in the parking lot.– Free street parking on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nRestrooms:– Two private\, gender neutral restrooms. One is wheelchair accessible.– Pads and tampons available for anyone who needs/wants them. \n\n\n\nQuiet area:The church itself serves as a quiet area with seating and low-lighting. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-6/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004402-1777492800-1777498200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004401-1776888000-1776893400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T203000
DTSTAMP:20260306T222000Z
CREATED:20260306T221946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T222000Z
UID:10004792-1776798000-1776803400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Digestion\, Maturation\, and Death - Queer Death Salon
DESCRIPTION:Queer Death Salon is a community space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people to come together to discuss death\, dying and grief. It is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities. \n\n\n\nCome try on a lens through which we see death as a natural part of cyclical human maturation\, and digestion of experience as an ongoing\, mundane yet essential practice of being with death. \n\n\n\nhannah is a somatics practitioner\, bodyworker & facilitator who roots her work in the unshakeable knowing that the wisdom of your body is your birthright\, and that this wisdom is the heart of transformation & healing for personal & collective liberation.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/digestion-maturation-and-death-queer-death-salon/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Regular programming,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/digestion-maturation-and-death-queer-death-salon/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004400-1776283200-1776288600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004399-1775678400-1775683800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004398-1775073600-1775079000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260303T184532Z
CREATED:20260303T184528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184532Z
UID:10004781-1774702800-1774706400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Health and Long Term Care Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Third Period: What’s YOUR game plan? \n\n\n\nDespite Hollander’s doubts\, it’s happening. By your third stage of life\, strategy becomes essential. Even top performers should prepare for setbacks such as injuries or challenges. When difficulties arise\, can your team fill the gap? Preparation and planning ensure you’re ready for whatever comes before time runs out. \n\n\n\nJoin us on March 28th to discuss strategies and get answers on issues such as aging at home safely\, in home services\, moving to a retirement home or LTC\, getting your legal and financial affairs in order and how to navigate the health care system. \n\n\n\nThe presentation will consist of a panel briefly presenting information on the following subjects: \n\n\n\nAging at HomeIn home servicesAfter Living at HomeNavigating the systemGetting your affairs in order \n\n\n\nAfter the presentation you will have an opportunity to meet with one or more of the panellists for a more in-depth discussion of the subjects that are most important to you. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to georgeis@rogers.com before March 25th.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/health-and-long-term-care-presentation/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004397-1774468800-1774474200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004396-1773259200-1773264600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260116T185252Z
CREATED:20260116T185245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T185252Z
UID:10004413-1773169200-1773174600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga for Grief - Queer Death Salon
DESCRIPTION:Queer Death Salon is a community space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people to come together to discuss death\, dying and grief. It is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities.  \n\n\n\nJoin Yoga Therapist in training\, Des for a trauma-informed yoga practice.  \n\n\n\nExplore yogic practices\, such as pranayama/breath work\, asana/physical shapes\, and pratyahara/tuning inward to aid in processing grief.  \n\n\n\nDes (they/them) is a Yoga Guide and Grief Doula who lives\, breathes\, and plays on Michi Saagiig Anishnaabeg territory\, Treaty 20\, and the Williams Treaties in Nogojiwanong\, what is colonially know as “Peterborough\, ON” in so-called “Canada.” Nogojiwanong means “the place at the end of the rapids” in Ojibwe.  \n\n\n\nQueer Death Salon takes place over Zoom\, in English\, with Automatic Closed Captioning
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/yoga-for-grief-queer-death-salon/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Regular programming,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/yoga-for-grief-queer-death-salon/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260304T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260304T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004395-1772654400-1772659800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T213000
DTSTAMP:20260115T161951Z
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004394-1772049600-1772055000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dodgeball
DESCRIPTION:Queer Dodgeball is all about having fun. A low-commitment activity to do with friends – you might even make new friends too! \n\n\n\nHaven’t played dodgeball since elementary school? Don’t worry\, neither have we. The rules of the game are explained before every session. Headshots are not allowed. \n\n\n\nYou need: A pair of indoor shoes! You will not be granted access into the gym without this. \n\n\n\nHow to sign up?\n\n\n\nSign up for the full season or for individual games through the link below. For drop-ins\, select the date you’d like to sign up for and follow the prompts.  \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email upon payments. You only need to fill out the waiver and health questionnaire once per season.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dodgeball/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR