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SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250208T143000
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SUMMARY:OSPN:  Out and About Saturday
DESCRIPTION:OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programing to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. \nOut and About Saturdays is specialty programing for the 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. Ideas for offerings can be forwarded to the program coordinator\, Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca or by telephone at (613) 236-0428 ext. 2353. \nSchedule of Events: \n10:00am to 12:00pm \n• Coffee Club \n• Table Tennis \n• Older and Bolder (women’s meet up) \n1:00pm to 2:30pm \n• Advanced Care Planning and Wills:Join Zac Giuliani from Arbor Memorial for an informative session on advanced care planning and wills. Learn how to plan ahead to ensure your wishes are respected and your loved ones are supported. This presentation will cover essential tips and guidance to help you navigate these important decisions with confidence. \n• Pickle ball_______________ \nOnce a month Stephane and the Saturday programing committee meet to discuss potential offerings and brainstorm new ideas and opportunities for programing. If you are interested in joining the committee\, please email your request to sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca._______________ \nYou are welcome to participate on a trial basis for 3 Saturdays before deciding to become a Good Companions member. The membership gives you access to all of The Good Companions amenities and offerings\, not just Out and About Saturdays. For more information on becoming a member please click here [https://thegoodcompanions.ca/membership/new-members/]. \nParking is available at the center for $2.50 a day or $30.00 annually. \n*PLEASE NOTE: INDIVIDUAL FINANCIAL RESTRICTIONS WILL NEVER BE A BARRIER TO ACCESSING OUT AND ABOUT SATURDAYS OR BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE GOOD COMPANIONS. SUBSIDIES ARE AVAILABLE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS. Contact Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-out-and-about-saturday/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Educational,Regular programming,Service,Social
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UID:10001912-1739048400-1739057400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Greatest Party of all Time
DESCRIPTION:Is that an Oscar in your trousers or are you happy to see me? \n\n\n\nCome one come all for an evening of tomfoolery! Spend a night partying with the stars (or at the very least\, a bunch of Ottawans dressed like them). Featuring a costume contest\, games\, and live comedy from your party hosts\, Maggie May Harder and Glenys Marshall of hit variety show Small Fish. \n\n\n\nExpect a bit of house party\, a bit of comedy show\, and a whole lotta shenanigans. Come in costume. Best celebrity impression of the night gets a crisp high five and a crisper vodka shot. \n\n\n\n19+ \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT ACCESSIBILITY INFOWe provide gender-neutral washrooms.We are licensed to provide alcohol\, but serve a variety of non-alcoholic options.This event takes place on the traditional unceded\, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-greatest-party-of-all-time/
LOCATION:Art House\, 555 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Art House":MAILTO:info@arthousecafe.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250211T190000
DTSTAMP:20250403T201251Z
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
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UID:10001973-1739293200-1739300400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T190000
DTSTAMP:20250403T201251Z
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10001974-1739898000-1739905200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T143000
DTSTAMP:20250220T032922Z
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UID:10001952-1740218400-1740234600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: Out and About Saturday
DESCRIPTION:OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programing to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. \n\n\n\nOut and About Saturdays is specialty programing for the 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. Ideas for offerings can be forwarded to the program coordinator\, Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca or by telephone at (613) 236-0428 ext. 2353. \n\n\n\nOnce a month Stephane and the Saturday programing committee meet to discuss potential offerings and brainstorm new ideas and opportunities for programing. If you are interested in joining the committee\, please email your request to sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca. \n\n\n\n_______________ \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to participate on a trial basis for 3 Saturdays before deciding to become a Good Companions member. The membership gives you access to all of The Good Companions amenities and offerings\, not just Out and About Saturdays. For more information on becoming a member please click here [https://thegoodcompanions.ca/membership/new-members/]. \n\n\n\nParking is available at the center for $2.50 a day or $30.00 annually. \n\n\n\n*PLEASE NOTE: INDIVIDUAL FINANCIAL RESTRICTIONS WILL NEVER BE A BARRIER TO ACCESSING OUT AND ABOUT SATURDAYS OR BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE GOOD COMPANIONS. SUBSIDIES ARE AVAILABLE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS. Contact Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-out-and-about-saturday-2/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Regular programming,Service,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250224T123000
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UID:10001913-1740393000-1740400200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: Older & Bolder for 2SLBTQ+ Women
DESCRIPTION:Older & Bolder is a monthly drop-in discussion group for older (50+) LBTQ2+ women. The group is now returning to The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street\, Room 019! 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. \nParking is $2.50 per day or $30.00 annually \nMembership to TGC recommended: $35.50 annually (April 1st); reduced fee if joining in August or later \nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Mary Frankoff \nContact person: Holly MacKay – hollymackay2017@gmail.com – cell – 613-402-8036 (texts are great)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Service,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250227T180000
DTSTAMP:20250225T024145Z
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UID:10001954-1740668400-1740679200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Free Haircuts
DESCRIPTION:Biweekly\, free community haircuts at the MAX office! Each slot is half an hour. Service provided in English and French. \n\n\n\nAdvanced booking is required. Please call +1 343-307-0494 to be slotted in.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/free-haircuts-3/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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