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SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-07-01/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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:20250703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T201000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002854-1751569200-1751573400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250703T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000525-1751572800-1751583600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250704T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002733-1751648400-1751655600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-07-04/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250705T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002763-1751706000-1751715000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250705T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250705T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250702T033840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T033859Z
UID:10003206-1751715000-1751722200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Actively Vibing
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa! This summer\, we’re keeping you booked\, busy\, and very much active! Yes\, you’ve heard me🙂‍↕️ \n\n\n\nJoin us this Saturday\, July 5th for our first-ever Active Club session!Don’t worry\, this isn’t your typical running club — it’s beginner-friendly fitness with a focus on fun\, movement\, and good vibes. \n\n\n\nBig thanks to the City of Ottawa for their support in making this possible. While the sessions are free\, always\, one-time PWYC donations are welcome to help support the full summer planning. Just DM us if you’d like to contribute 🤎 \n\n\n\n📍 Where: Terry Fox Athletic Facility – 2960 Riverside Dr🕦 When: Every Saturday from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM💪 What: physical training and there’s barely any running! Just put on a gym fit\, come train—or not… just come to chill and vibe with us ✨Places are limited so secure your spot via the link below🤎
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/actively-vibing/
LOCATION:Terry Fox Athletic Facility\, 2960 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V 8N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T154000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003284-1751812200-1751816400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000526-1751832000-1751842800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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:20250707T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10003257-1751913000-1751918400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-07-07/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002644-1751999400-1752004800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250709T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250702T021213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T021222Z
UID:10003202-1752086700-1752094800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:QBC Level 2: Gatineau Park Trail 5 climb
DESCRIPTION:Meet: 6:45PM / Ride: 7:00PM \n\n\n\nSW corner of St. Luke’s Park (Elgin and Gladstone) \n\n\n\nEvery other Wednesday \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew this year to QBC Ottawa\, we’re adding Level 2 Rides: longer and faster rides with minimal breaks. These rides are more focused on building fitness and endurance\, with a social time after the ride for those who’d like to join. Routes are longer and marginally more challenging and\, aside from a quick regroup after any particularly challenging segments\, will not have breaks. If you’re consistently averaging more than 20 km/h\, these rides could be a good fit for you. \n\n\n\nWe’re aiming for a steady 25 km/h on the roads\, with an overall ride speed average of a little over 20 km/h. Routes will vary from about 20km to 40km in length. We’re planning a mix of terrain (paths\, roads\, gravel). Routes will repeat throughout the season. In the event that you can’t hold the pace\, catch up when you get a second wind or self-drop and join us at the finish or another time.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/qbc-level-2-gatineau-park-trail-5-climb/
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Bike Club Ottawa":MAILTO:queerbikeclubottawa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T201000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002855-1752174000-1752178200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000527-1752177600-1752188400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002734-1752253200-1752260400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-07-11/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002764-1752310800-1752319800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250715T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161107Z
UID:10004719-1752312600-1752330600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Out and About Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programming to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community.  \n\n\n\nJoin us every second and fourth Saturday of the month for a range of engaging activities\, from educational workshops to social programming\, all designed to foster connection\, support\, and enjoyment. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable\, respected\, and celebrate.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/out-and-about-saturdays/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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:20250712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250312T170316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T170324Z
UID:10002172-1752325200-1752332400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:IndigiQueer Kinship Group
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! This is a new group created for the Indigenous\, Two-Spirit\, Queer community here in Ottawa. This is a super exciting opportunity and we hope many of you are able to join our group! For the first meeting\, we will be doing introductions\, talking about the nature of the group\, and do some painting and drawing while chatting! We will also have some snacks and drinks.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please reach out at sabrina@kindspace.ca \n\n\n\nGroup Description: \n\n\n\nIndigiQueer Kinship Group is a peer support and social group for Two-Spirit and Queer Indigenous folk. Our group’s goal is to create a safe\, welcoming and culturally inclusive environment where you can meet others who share similar backgrounds and experiences. We understand the importance of having spaces where Indigenous culture is celebrated\, valued and respected. If you want to make new friends\, find support from peers\, or if you want to come and chill\, our group offers a space where you can be yourself without judgment!  \n\n\n\nThe IndigiQueer Kinship Group will run from 1-3 pm on the second Saturday of every month (with the exception of the first meeting).  \n\n\n\nNotes for Participants: \n\n\n\nThis group is open to anyone who identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ and self-identifies as First Nation\, Inuit\, or Métis\, we want this space to be available for people with varying lived experiences. While we are open to those reclaiming or navigating their culture\, we will not tolerate any intentional false claims of Indigenous identity or pretendians. While we will not police identities at the IndigiQueer\, we expect you to come in good faith\, or you may be asked to leave.We are also open to participants inviting a non-indigenous family member\, partner\, spouse or kids\, as long as they honour what the space is intended for.  \n\n\n\nThis is a social and peer support group in a community center environment. This means no professional mental health\, psychology\, or therapy support is available during the group. As we are all going to be Indigenous and queer folk\, we recognize the many historical and current traumas that our communities have gone through.We also know that we cannot talk about our successes without acknowledging our pain and oppression. However\, we will ask that you try to refrain from bringing up any personal traumatic experiences during group discussions. When separate from the entire group\, talking amongst yourselves\, you will be able to discuss whatever you would like at your own discretion. This rule is to ensure that we do not re-trigger or cause secondary trauma to anyone participating in the group discussions. Talking about what we have gone through is so important\, but this is a space to relax\, and just be.  \n\n\n\nNote for Parents: \n\n\n\nThis group will allow you to bring your children if you do not have childcare options available. It is important to note that we will not be responsible for the entertainment or care for your children. We have toys and games available for them to use\, however it is your responsibility to watch them. If you are bringing your children\, please make sure to fill out this form again for them so we know how many people are attending.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: \n\n\n\nIf you have any access needs please let us know!  \n\n\n\nAccessibility information can be found here: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nActivities: \n\n\n\nWe will have different activities each time we meet. It will most likely be crafts or games. But if you have any ideas of things or crafts you want to see included\, please do not hesitate to let us know! \n\n\n\nBio of Facilitators: \n\n\n\nHello! My name is Sabrina\, and I am 21 years old. I am an urban Inuk who has lived in Ottawa my entire life. When I was 4 years old I was adopted with my older sister into a primarily white family\, which has resulted in our disconnection from the Inuit language\, culture and community. In the past 5 years\, I have been slowly reconnecting with my culture and with the Indigenous people in the community. I live with FASD\, ADHD and anxiety. I love reading\, cooking and baking. I am a Carleton University student currently in my third year of the Bachelor’s of Social Work program\, with minors in Indigenous Studies\, and Criminology and Criminal Justice. With this group\, I hope to make new friends\, connections and learn more about my Inuit culture\, as well as other Indigenous cultures. I look forward to meeting you all\, and hope to have lots of fun in this group!!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/indigiqueer-kinship-group/2025-07-12/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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:20250713T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T154000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003285-1752417000-1752421200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000528-1752436800-1752447600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
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:20250714T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10003258-1752517800-1752523200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-07-14/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002645-1752604200-1752609600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250627T143125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T192117Z
UID:10003191-1752604200-1752609600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:With all the parks and greenery\, summers in Ottawa are beautiful.  \n\n\n\nFor this month’s programming for queer newcomers\, we’re having a picnic at Bronson Park. We’ll enjoy the outdoors\, play some games\, and get to know each other better. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have some snacks and games\, but please also bring some if you’re able! You might also want to bring a picnic blanket and some sunscreen.  \n\n\n\nEVENT DETAILS🗓️ Tuesday\, July 15⏰ 6:30PM📍 Bronson Park – on the corner of Bronson Ave. and Queen St.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-4/
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250607T232759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T161722Z
UID:10003128-1752606000-1752611400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Death Salon
DESCRIPTION:The dead can leave behind so much stuff\, from a few sentimental items\, to entire homes stuffed to the brim. What to do with it can be complex and filled with conflicting emotions. This is a space to explore our relationships with the physical objects left behind by the dead\, what to keep\, what to pass on\, what we are having hard feelings about\, and what we celebrate.  \n\n\n\nQueer 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\nQueer Death Salon takes place over Zoom\, in English\, with Automatic Closed Captioning.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-5/
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250717T201000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200830
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002856-1752778800-1752783000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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