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UID:10003629-1764583200-1764597600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ACO: World AIDS Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 1st near the Centennial Flame at Parliament Hill as the AIDS Committee of Ottawa commemorate World AIDS Day. \n\n\n\n🕙 10–11 AM (near the Centennial Flame at Parliament Hill)Red Scarves DistributionIndigenous Opening CeremonySpecial Guest SpeakersRed Ribbon Flag Raising Ceremony \n\n\n\n🕛 12–2 PM (National Arts Centre | 1 Elgin Street)Reception & LunchIndigenous Opening CeremonyAIDS Quilt CeremonyCommunity FairPerformances by Local Artists \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to honour lives\, raise awareness\, and strengthen community. \n\n\n\n🙏 A huge thank you to ViiV Healthcare and Gilead for sponsoring this important event! \n\n\n\n📍 Details & Contact: Khaled Salam | (613) 238-5014 ext. 234 | khaled@aco-cso.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/aco-world-aids-day/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Nationally recognized dates,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20251114T222618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T222622Z
UID:10003631-1763663400-1763668800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil
DESCRIPTION:The Transgender Day of Remembrance Ottawa team is organizing a TDOR vigil: we will be reading the names of the many transgender people who have been killed through violence this past year\, and holding space for our community to grieve. Please come and remember them with us. \n\n\n\nThe night is often very cold\, so bring warm clothes and mittens and maybe some hand warmers. We will have tea lights and wax cups for them but we encourage you to bring your own candles if you have them. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in speaking about a loved one you lost or another relevant subject you can use the QR or scan the link in our bio (through the link below) to sign up. \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!–Sydney Renaud – Lead organizer
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transgender-day-of-remembrance-vigil/
LOCATION:Human Rights Monument\, 220 Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nationally recognized dates,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20251114T221459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T221504Z
UID:10003630-1763658000-1763663400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Perth: Transgender Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Being a brave\, respectful place means that we create the space to have difficult conversations about uncomfortable topics. The Transgender Day of Remembrance is on Thursday\, November 20th 2025. \n\n\n\nTransgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. There will be a ceremony at the bandstand in Stewart Park in Perth. \n\n\n\nNovember 20 at 5pmPerth: Bandstand in Stewart Park
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/perth-transgender-day-of-remembrance/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Lanark,Nationally recognized dates
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Connection Lanark":MAILTO:qclanark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20251112T212603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T212610Z
UID:10003614-1763654400-1763661600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Meaningful Gathering on November 20\, 2025 ✨  \n\n\n\nCentre33 and West Side Pride are coming together again for Transgender Day of Remembrance to honor and remember the lives of transgender individuals lost to violence\, hatred\, and discrimination. This day is not just about remembrance; it’s a call to action for a safer\, more inclusive world for everyone\, regardless of gender identity. Spread the word and bring your friends! Let’s make this a day one of remembrance\, love\, and hope. 💜  \n\n\n\n🗓️ What to Expect:  \n\n\n\n\nTransgender Voices ~ Hear from friends in our community. \n\n\n\nMeaningful Art ~ Experience thought-provoking artworks that celebrate and honor trans lives. \n\n\n\nMeet Local Organizations ~ Connect with trans-affirming groups that support our community. \n\n\n\nMental Health Support ~ We’ll have two friendly mental health clinicians on-site\, ensuring a safe space for all. \n\n\n\nMingle Essentials ~ Hot chocolate and baked treats! \n\n\n\n\n🧠 Accessibility Matters:  \n\n\n\nThis event is designed to be accessible and neuro-inclusive\, welcoming everyone to come together in solidarity and support. Let’s stand united against violence and discrimination. Together\, we can create a world where everyone can thrive!  \n\n\n\n📍 Where: 33 Leacock Drive\, Kanata (free on-site parking)  \n\n\n\n⏰ Time: 4pm-6pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transgender-day-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Centre33\, 33 Leacock Drive\, Kanata\, ON\, K2K 2B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Kanata,Nationally recognized dates
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre33":MAILTO:kanatacentre33@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241119T211330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T213804Z
UID:10001489-1763510400-1763596799@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:International Men's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/international-mens-day/2025-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241108T141456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T142618Z
UID:10001432-1762588800-1762621200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Intersex Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/intersex-day-of-remembrance/2025-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241108T142949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T142953Z
UID:10001453-1762387200-1762473599@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transgender Parent Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transgender-parent-day-2/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T160000
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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/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Nationally recognized dates,Ottawa,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250602T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250519T161130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T161140Z
UID:10002787-1748822400-1748908799@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:International Sex Worker's Day
DESCRIPTION:International Sex Worker’s Day takes place every year on June 2. It originated in 1975 and marks the start of the international movement for sex worker’s rights. It’s creation comes from the increased violence towards sex workers by police and clients\, and follows the death of two sex workers from a group of over 100 occupying the Église Saint-Nizier in Lyon.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/international-sex-workers-day/2025-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250425T204228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T204240Z
UID:10002542-1745834400-1745856000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Vote First\, Cookie Second
DESCRIPTION:Vote First\, Cookie Second is back this Monday\, April 28 🍪 \n\n\n\nSame as last time (if you remember the provincial election)—we’re giving out free cookies to anyone who votes. Non-partisan and no strings attached\, just sugar-fueled civic engagement and a reminder that adults need treats too. 📣 \n\n\n\nThis time it’s federal\, and yeah\, we’re tired too. It’s easy to make excuses. But our most vulnerable community members are at risk\, and your voice MATTERS. Voting can be hard\, but it’s so\, so important—so we hope a little cookie helps. 👀 \n\n\n\nCome by the shop if you’re voting (or already voted!) and and grab your exclusive Election Day cookie – on us. \n\n\n\n📍 992 Wellington St. W📅 Monday\, April 28💖 No purchase required\, just participation \n\n\n\n🍪 Limited quantities\, while supplies last \n\n\n\nWe’re a queer and neurodivergent-owned business that believes in showing up\, speaking out\, and giving back- this is just one way we can do that (with frosting). 🤭
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vote-first-cookie-second/
LOCATION:Hello Dolly Pastries\, 992 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250327T000027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T000314Z
UID:10002197-1743442200-1743447600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility: Ottawa Rally and Election Action
DESCRIPTION:With transphobia rising\, our rights under attack and a federal election coming up quick\, trans visibility and organizing are more important than ever. \n\n\n\nThat’s why we are coming together on March 31st at 5:30PM in Confederation Park for a rally and action. Bring your friends and family and let’s show our 🏳️‍⚧️🔥 TRANS POWER 🔥🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\nWhat’s the action? Following speeches\, we will ask those interested to join us in putting up queer election posters and stickers throughout downtown. We will also invite attendees to help distribute a flyer back in local neighbourhoods.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-ottawa-rally-and-election-action/
LOCATION:Confederation Park\, Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 5J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Nationally recognized dates,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250320T145340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T145349Z
UID:10002185-1743379200-1743465599@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250327T004523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T004531Z
UID:10002200-1743339600-1743350400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:March 31st is Trans Day of Visibility! Visibility is incredibly important\, and it can also be hard. We’re proud of everyone who presents themselves openly\, or are still finding themselves! \n\n\n\nTo celebrate our wonderful community\, the library will be holding an open house celebration on Sunday\, March 30th\, from 1-4PM- with snacks available- While you snack\, check out our amazing collection of books for loan\, play board games\, and socialize with the community! \n\n\n\n*Snacks are first-come\, first-serve prioritizing the trans community – Please check our stories for updates on snack availability!* \n\n\n\nThank you so much to our friends at Moo Shu Ice Cream @mooshuicecream and Little Jo Berry’s @littlejoberrys who have generously provided delicious snacks\, and have consistently supported the library and the Ottawa trans community! \n\n\n\nVegan and gluten-free options will be available!And thank you to the good folks of @gendereveal who popularized the idea of Trans Day of Snack. \n\n\n\n*Who is eligible for snacks? * \n\n\n\nIf you identify under the trans and/or non-binary umbrella\, you’re welcome! We additionally encourage all allies and local community members to come drop in to learn about our materials and space =) \n\n\n\nWe’ll have coffee and a couple spreads showing off some favorite books of the teams for those curious about where to start! \n\n\n\n*Accessibility: * \n\n\n\nThe library has 2 steps up to the door\, a ramp is available upon request which goes out to the end of the sidewalk . \n\n\n\nMasking is expected when not eating or drinking\, however please be aware that snacking is a higher-risk activity by nature.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Nationally recognized dates,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250216T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20250216T175533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T175539Z
UID:10001939-1739664000-1740268799@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/aromantic-spectrum-awareness-week/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241115T183726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T223749Z
UID:10001472-1733065200-1733072400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day 2024: HIV Futures
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special screening and discussion to mark World AIDS Day. Our film program will be a series of short films\, titled Viral Interventions. The six new short films from Nepal\, Bulgaria\, Brazil\, Ecuador\, and Canada tell urgent and extraordinary stories about living with HIV today. The techniques are as diverse as their makers: from lush animation and staged floral portraits\, to radical sex performances and hybrid documentary mash-ups. Their voices are equally unforgettable\, brimming with laughter\, tears\, fury\, and joyful activism. Together\, they explore autobiographical stories from around the globe about this pandemic\, which still claims more than half a million lives every year. \n\n\n\nViral Interventions is a York University research-creation project led by John Greyson and Sarah Flicker that\, since 2020\, has commissioned artists\, activists\, and scholars to collaborate on making new films about living with HIV today. The world premiere of these films will be presented in collaboration with TIFF in Toronto on Saturday\, November 30\, and we are honoured to be able to bring these to our community in Ottawa.  \n\n\n\nFollowing the films\, we will have a performance and fireside chat about the future of HIV with artist and performer BOA\, from Canada’s Drag Race.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/world-aids-day-2024-hiv-futures/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Drag & Burlesque,MAX Programs,Nationally recognized dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241103T153814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T201918Z
UID:10001393-1732874400-1732888800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day
DESCRIPTION:The AIDS Committee of Ottawa invites you to join us at Parliament Hill as we commemorate World AIDS Day. The ceremony will take place near the Centennial Flame.  \n\n\n\n10:00am-1:00pm Red Ribbon Flag Raising Ceremony & Special Guest Speakers \n\n\n\n12:00pm-2:00pm – AIDS Committee of Ottawa presents: Reception and Performances at the National Arts Centre (snacks provided) \n\n\n\nFor more info\, contact Khaled Salam at 613-238-5014 ext. 234\, or khaled@aco-cso.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/world-aids-day/
LOCATION:Parliament Hill\, Wellington St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241119T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241119T211330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T213804Z
UID:10001488-1731974400-1732060799@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:International Men's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/international-mens-day/2024-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241108T141456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T142618Z
UID:10001431-1731052800-1731085200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Intersex Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/intersex-day-of-remembrance/2024-11-08/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241108T142949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T142953Z
UID:10001388-1730851200-1730937599@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transgender Parent Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transgender-parent-day-2/2024-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T004748
CREATED:20241103T152455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T142806Z
UID:10001387-1730592000-1730678399@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transgender Parent Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transgender-parent-day/
CATEGORIES:Nationally recognized dates
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