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UID:10003314-1769956200-1769960400@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-2/2026-02-01/
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:20260201T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260201T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000586-1769976000-1769986800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-02-01/
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:20260202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10003807-1770057000-1770062400@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/2026-02-02/
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:20260202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260102T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T185808Z
UID:10004095-1770057000-1770064200@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! No exceptions.(drop-in\, free\, NO registration required) \n\n\n\nFebruary drop-in schedule:☆ Mondays\, Feb. 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm \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\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\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide kn94 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\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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-5/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20251223T161554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163754Z
UID:10003793-1770199200-1770204600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly on the first Wednesday\, 10:00 – 11:30 AM at The Good Companions for coffee\, tea\, treats\, and great company.  \n\n\n\nMost meetings feature guest speakers on engaging topics.  \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-2/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004391-1770235200-1770240600@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/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20251124T171952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T171958Z
UID:10003761-1770235200-1770246000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pinball Women Ottawa Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Pinball Women Ottawa (PWO) is a group in the Ottawa area for women\, non-binary\, and gender diverse individuals of all skill levels and ages that provides a supportive and inclusive environment to play and learn about pinball.  \n\n\n\nPWO’s monthly tournaments are on the **1st Wednesday each month at LOWERTOWN BREWERY** in the Byward Market.  \n\n\n\nWhen: Doors at 7pm // Tournament starts at 8pm.  \n\n\n\nFormat: 3 Strikes Knockout. Group size TBD!  \n\n\n\nAdditional information:  \n\n\n\n\nPWO has a new “pay it forward” initiative\, that folks are welcome to access and/or contribute to. \n\n\n\nMost of the machines at Lowertown are on the ground level. A few are downstairs. Please inform a TD if you need to stick to the ground floor. \n\n\n\nLowertown has one gender neutral & accessible washroom on the ground floor. The door must be opened manually (no automatic door). \n\n\n\nWhen in the lower level room\, feel free to close the sliding door to avoid disruptions from curious patrons. The lower level is not as closely monitored by bar staff as the ground floor.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pinball-women-ottawa-tournament/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Lowertown Brewery\, 73 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004121-1770310800-1770318000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
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\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\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: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T201000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002885-1770318000-1770322200@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/2026-02-05/
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:20260205T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000587-1770321600-1770332400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-02-05/
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:20260207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20251001T022958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T023009Z
UID:10003547-1770485400-1770492600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Night
DESCRIPTION:An informal evening of poetry reading and discussion. No mic\, no stage! Share poems you have discovered or ones you have written in a casual atmosphere of poetry appreciation. Meeting on the first Saturday of the month at 5:30.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/poetry-night-2/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T154000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003315-1770561000-1770565200@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-2/2026-02-08/
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:20260208T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000588-1770580800-1770591600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-02-08/
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:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10003808-1770661800-1770667200@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/2026-02-09/
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:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260102T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T185808Z
UID:10004096-1770661800-1770669000@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! No exceptions.(drop-in\, free\, NO registration required) \n\n\n\nFebruary drop-in schedule:☆ Mondays\, Feb. 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm \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\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\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide kn94 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\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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-5/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004392-1770840000-1770845400@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/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004122-1770915600-1770922800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
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\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\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: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T201000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002886-1770922800-1770927000@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/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000589-1770926400-1770937200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-02-12/
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:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250715T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161107Z
UID:10004725-1771061400-1771079400@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/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260215T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260215T154000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003316-1771165800-1771170000@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-2/2026-02-15/
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:20260215T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260215T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000590-1771185600-1771196400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-02-15/
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:20260216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260108T164507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T164511Z
UID:10004109-1771236000-1771243200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Older & Bolder for 2SLBTQ+ Women
DESCRIPTION:Older & Bolder is a monthly drop-in discussion group for older 2SLBTQIA+ women (50+)\, sponsored by Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN). This is an opportunity to connect\, share life experiences and discuss the joys and challenges of this stage of life. It is facilitated by longtime members of OSPN.  \n\n\n\nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Georgette Sauvé  \n\n\n\nContact: Older & Bolder email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-2/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10003809-1771266600-1771272000@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/2026-02-16/
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:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260102T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T185808Z
UID:10004097-1771266600-1771273800@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! No exceptions.(drop-in\, free\, NO registration required) \n\n\n\nFebruary drop-in schedule:☆ Mondays\, Feb. 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm \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\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\nMasks:– Wearing masks is mandatory.– We provide kn94 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\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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-lifting-club-5/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Lutheran Church\, 400 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260109T175659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T175707Z
UID:10004112-1771354800-1771360200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Teeth Become Weapons: Trans Grief and Rage
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\nOur bodies\, lives\, and very beings are increasingly politicized.  \n\n\n\nOur stories and histories are flattened\, made palatable for the sake of survival.  \n\n\n\nOur unique grief becomes increasingly buried and unheard\, unshared.  \n\n\n\nWhat makes it unique?  \n\n\n\nWhat do we grieve?  \n\n\n\nHow does that grief affect us?  \n\n\n\nWhat prevents us from engaging with that grief?  \n\n\n\nHow does our grief connect us and bring us together?  \n\n\n\nFacilitator Imogen Reid is the last of the feral trans women\, a proud dirtbag\, degenerate\, and fuck up. She is a harm reduction advocate and educator\, a former founding member of Communities Organizing for Harm Reduction\, one of the first organized groups in Ottawa doing harm reduction before there were any safe sites. Imogen is a recovering drug addict\, survivor\, fighter\, activist\, shoplifter\, parent\, story teller\, and the holder of the memories of her dead.  \n\n\n\nQueer Death Salon takes place over Zoom\, in English\, with Automatic Closed Captioning
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/teeth-become-weapons-trans-grief-and-rage/
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Regular programming,Virtual event
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/teeth-become-weapons-trans-grief-and-rage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260212T215703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T220032Z
UID:10004737-1771408800-1771414200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first and third Wednesday\, 10:00 – 11:30 AM at The Good Companions for coffee\, tea\, treats\, and great company. \n\n\n\nMost meetings feature guest speakers on engaging topics.  \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-3/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T183000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161250Z
UID:10004103-1771435800-1771439400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260218T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260115T161949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T161951Z
UID:10004393-1771444800-1771450200@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/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Notre Dame High School\, 710 Broadview Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2A 2M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T124316
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004123-1771520400-1771527600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
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\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\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: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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