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SUMMARY:Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Join MAX for an evening conversation about the relationships that shape us as partners\, friends\, chosen family\, and everything in between. \n\n\n\nWe’ll talk about how connection changes over time\, what intimacy and companionship can look like at different stages of life\, and the kinds of relationships that help us feel grounded and supported.  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to let us know you’re coming through the form below! \n\n\n\nNow What? is MAX Ottawa’s monthly peer discussion group for MSM 50+. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNotes on Accessibility\n\n\n\n\nOur building has three elevators\, and our office is fully wheelchair accessible. 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/now-what-2/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Queerspora: Love\, Friendship\, and Family
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow queer newcomers for a discussion about building connection and belonging across distance\, culture\, and community.  \n\n\n\nFor our February session\, we’re connecting online and exploring love\, friendship\, family\, long-distance closeness\, and the relationships that sustain us through change. We’ll reflect on what it means to feel held\, supported\, and connected as queer people navigating diaspora and community-building. \n\n\n\nNOTE: This event is held virtually (over Google Meet). The meeting link will be emailed to those who registered prior to the event.  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP through the form below
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-love-friendship-and-family/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-love-friendship-and-family/
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Social,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:K1: Black History Month Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join MAX for our Black History Month edition of K1. Bring your knowledge\, your friends\, and your competitive spirit\, because this month we’re playing trivia! \n\n\n\nOur trivia questions will cover history\, music\, and culture\, and are centered on queer Black history. Come ready to laugh\, meet friends\, and learn something new! \n\n\n\nK1 (short for Keeping it 100) is our monthly group for queer African\, Black\, and Caribbean people.   \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP 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\n\n\n\n\nNotes on Accessibility\n\n\n\n\nOur building has three elevators\, and our office is fully wheelchair accessible. 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/k1-black-history-month-trivia/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:K1 en Français
DESCRIPTION:Rejoinez-nous pour une soirée en français pour jaser d’amour queer\, de connexions\, et de relations hors des sentiers battus. \n\n\n\nCette session propose une discussion conviviale sur les relations queer\, l’attachement\, et les différentes façons d’aimer autrement. Venez échanger en français\, rencontrer du monde\, et passer une belle soirée dans un espace accueillant et communautaire. \n\n\n\nVeuillez confirmer votre présence via le formulaire ci-dessous. \n\n\n\nK1 en français\, c’est la version francophone de notre programme Keeping It 100—pensée spécialement pour les personnes noires queers qui s’expriment en français. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNotes sur l’accessibilité : \n\n\n\n\nNotre immeuble dispose de trois ascenseurs et notre bureau est entièrement accessible aux personnes utilisant un fauteuil roulant. Une salle de bain neutre et accessible en fauteuil roulant se trouve juste à l’extérieur de notre bureau. Veuillez nous informer à l’avance si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation supplémentaires.\n\n\n\nNotre bureau est situé tout près des arrêts d’autobus des lignes 6\, 7 et 11. Nous sommes à environ 5 minutes de marche de l’arrêt le plus proche pour la ligne 14 et à environ 10 minutes de marche de la station Parlement (ligne 1 de l’O-Train). Plusieurs stationnements et garages payants se trouvent également à distance de marche. Si le transport représente un obstacle à votre participation à une séance\, faites-nous signe — nous ferons de notre mieux pour vous aider!\n\n\n\nSi vous arrivez après 18 h 30\, les portes et les ascenseurs seront verrouillés. Pas d’inquiétude — appuyez simplement sur la sonnerie de MAX située sur le côté de la porte ou appelez-nous au 613-701-6555 ou au 343-307-0494. (Vous pouvez aussi nous contacter sur WhatsApp!)\n\n\n\nVous êtes inscrit·e à une séance mais n’êtes plus disponible pour y assister? Aucun problème — envoyez-nous simplement un courriel à a.arakaza@maxottawa.ca dès que possible.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/k1-en-francais-5/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:En français,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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