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SUMMARY:Gender-Affirming Care Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Our Affirm Program is excited to announce a new virtual drop-in throughout the month of March! 🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\n💫 The drop-in is open to trans and gender-diverse people of all ages who want support in navigating gender-affirming care\, whatever that might look like for them. Our navigators offer free resources\, system navigation support\, peer counselling from someone with lived experience\, and peer connection opportunities. \n\n\n\nFrequent topics of support include navigating: \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Care: accessing hormones\, surgeries\, and medical care\, connecting people to gender-affirming and peer programs\, and identifying trans-inclusive providers. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Contraception: trans-centered support around pregnancy prevention\, menstrual suppression\, endometriosis management\, polycystic ovarian syndrome\, and affirming contraceptive decision making. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Pregnancy: trans-centered discussions around pathways to parenthood\, parenting resources\, fertility preservation\, accessing abortion as a trans person\, and navigating a pregnancy as a trans person. \n\n\n\n💖 We know everyone’s journey is different and some people may be facing complex challenges in finding care. We aim to support you in finding the best options for you to find the care you are looking for. Note: we are not a medical clinic. \n\n\n\n🗓️ When and where will the drop-in take place? \n\n\n\nThe gender-affirming care drop-in will take place virtually on Mondays from 6pm-8pm on Google Meet\, starting March 3 and ending March 24. \n\n\n\n➡️ Scan the QR code or visit https://linktr.ee/knowppottawa to access the drop-in! \n\n\n\nAny questions? Email our drop-in facilitator Seth at affirm@ppottawa.ca. \n\n\n\nSee you there! ❤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gender-affirming-care-drop-in/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:https://tr.ee/EZW-uurBiQ
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Planned Parenthood Ottawa":MAILTO:ppottawa@ppottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250304T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250304T190000
DTSTAMP:20250403T201251Z
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10001975-1741107600-1741114800@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-4/2025-03-04/
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:20250310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250310T200000
DTSTAMP:20250226T192224Z
CREATED:20250226T192215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T192224Z
UID:10002117-1741629600-1741636800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gender-Affirming Care Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Our Affirm Program is excited to announce a new virtual drop-in throughout the month of March! 🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\n💫 The drop-in is open to trans and gender-diverse people of all ages who want support in navigating gender-affirming care\, whatever that might look like for them. Our navigators offer free resources\, system navigation support\, peer counselling from someone with lived experience\, and peer connection opportunities. \n\n\n\nFrequent topics of support include navigating: \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Care: accessing hormones\, surgeries\, and medical care\, connecting people to gender-affirming and peer programs\, and identifying trans-inclusive providers. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Contraception: trans-centered support around pregnancy prevention\, menstrual suppression\, endometriosis management\, polycystic ovarian syndrome\, and affirming contraceptive decision making. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Pregnancy: trans-centered discussions around pathways to parenthood\, parenting resources\, fertility preservation\, accessing abortion as a trans person\, and navigating a pregnancy as a trans person. \n\n\n\n💖 We know everyone’s journey is different and some people may be facing complex challenges in finding care. We aim to support you in finding the best options for you to find the care you are looking for. Note: we are not a medical clinic. \n\n\n\n🗓️ When and where will the drop-in take place? \n\n\n\nThe gender-affirming care drop-in will take place virtually on Mondays from 6pm-8pm on Google Meet\, starting March 3 and ending March 24. \n\n\n\n➡️ Scan the QR code or visit https://linktr.ee/knowppottawa to access the drop-in! \n\n\n\nAny questions? Email our drop-in facilitator Seth at affirm@ppottawa.ca. \n\n\n\nSee you there! ❤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gender-affirming-care-drop-in/2025-03-10/
LOCATION:https://tr.ee/EZW-uurBiQ
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Planned Parenthood Ottawa":MAILTO:ppottawa@ppottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250311T190000
DTSTAMP:20250403T201251Z
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10001605-1741712400-1741719600@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-4/2025-03-11/
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:20250313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250313T180000
DTSTAMP:20250225T024145Z
CREATED:20250225T023754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T024145Z
UID:10001956-1741878000-1741888800@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-3/2025-03-13/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T160000
DTSTAMP:20250312T171214Z
CREATED:20250312T171209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T171214Z
UID:10002173-1742036400-1742054400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:TDOV Flash Day
DESCRIPTION:We are now pre-booking appointments for our upcoming #TDOV flash day on Saturday\, March 15th from 11am-4pm.This masked\, accessible event will be held at @thegrove613 🍊 (18 Louisa St\, Unit 280\, Ottawa) All time slots are pre-booked (no walk-ins). \n\n\n\nThere will also be free name change notarization & a tattoo raffle fundraiser. \n\n\n\nHOW TO BOOK:DM individual artists (@lu.ka.art\, @fleischchurch\, @sarsen_tattooer\, @sabbatma) directly with the following details:– Design choice– Placement (arms/legs only! no exceptions)*note: A $50 non-refundable deposit is REQUIRED to book your spot* \n\n\n\nAPPOINTMENTS ARE FIRST COME/FIRST SERVE so get your requests in quick like a bunny! \n\n\n\nArtists will post to their stories when they are fully booked! If you don’t get your first choice\, please consider booking another design with another artist. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking forward to tattooing you all\, and sharing such a special day together!🏳️‍⚧️🩷🤍🩵– Lucky Rabbit Collective
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tdov-flash-day/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250316T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250316T190000
DTSTAMP:20250304T153056Z
CREATED:20250304T153048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T153056Z
UID:10002131-1742121000-1742151600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:PWYC Portraits
DESCRIPTION:PWYC Portraits \n\n\n\nCome join us for a fun and creative afternoon of portraits! Adrienne will be setting up a specific lighting style\, and you will have a 30-minute time slot to get pictures. Within the same week\, Adrienne will send you a proofs gallery for you to select 2 images to edit right away and use for personal promotional\, web and social media! Commercial licensing is not included!This will be happening at the studio located at 18 Louisa Street Ottawa\, Unit 280 (Near the stairs) – not sure how to get here. Check out our video on Instagram!You are more than welcome to bring a friend partner or family if you would like\, but the time is limited and will end so please be mindful of that.*NOTE* You cannot change the lighting style or backdrop. What you see above is what you will be getting!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pwyc-portraits-2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T120000
DTSTAMP:20250310T210034Z
CREATED:20250310T210025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T210034Z
UID:10002159-1742205600-1742212800@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; payable at the front desk \nMembership to TGC recommended: $40.00 annually (April 1st); reduced fee if joining in August ($30.00) or December ($20.00) \nThe first 3 visits to program activities are free\, after which membership registration is requested. \nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Mary Frankoff \nContact: Older & Bolder generic email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-2/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Service,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T200000
DTSTAMP:20250226T192224Z
CREATED:20250226T192215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T192224Z
UID:10002118-1742234400-1742241600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gender-Affirming Care Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Our Affirm Program is excited to announce a new virtual drop-in throughout the month of March! 🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\n💫 The drop-in is open to trans and gender-diverse people of all ages who want support in navigating gender-affirming care\, whatever that might look like for them. Our navigators offer free resources\, system navigation support\, peer counselling from someone with lived experience\, and peer connection opportunities. \n\n\n\nFrequent topics of support include navigating: \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Care: accessing hormones\, surgeries\, and medical care\, connecting people to gender-affirming and peer programs\, and identifying trans-inclusive providers. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Contraception: trans-centered support around pregnancy prevention\, menstrual suppression\, endometriosis management\, polycystic ovarian syndrome\, and affirming contraceptive decision making. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Pregnancy: trans-centered discussions around pathways to parenthood\, parenting resources\, fertility preservation\, accessing abortion as a trans person\, and navigating a pregnancy as a trans person. \n\n\n\n💖 We know everyone’s journey is different and some people may be facing complex challenges in finding care. We aim to support you in finding the best options for you to find the care you are looking for. Note: we are not a medical clinic. \n\n\n\n🗓️ When and where will the drop-in take place? \n\n\n\nThe gender-affirming care drop-in will take place virtually on Mondays from 6pm-8pm on Google Meet\, starting March 3 and ending March 24. \n\n\n\n➡️ Scan the QR code or visit https://linktr.ee/knowppottawa to access the drop-in! \n\n\n\nAny questions? Email our drop-in facilitator Seth at affirm@ppottawa.ca. \n\n\n\nSee you there! ❤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gender-affirming-care-drop-in/2025-03-17/
LOCATION:https://tr.ee/EZW-uurBiQ
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Planned Parenthood Ottawa":MAILTO:ppottawa@ppottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250324T200000
DTSTAMP:20250226T192224Z
CREATED:20250226T192215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T192224Z
UID:10002119-1742839200-1742846400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gender-Affirming Care Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Our Affirm Program is excited to announce a new virtual drop-in throughout the month of March! 🏳️‍⚧️ \n\n\n\n💫 The drop-in is open to trans and gender-diverse people of all ages who want support in navigating gender-affirming care\, whatever that might look like for them. Our navigators offer free resources\, system navigation support\, peer counselling from someone with lived experience\, and peer connection opportunities. \n\n\n\nFrequent topics of support include navigating: \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Care: accessing hormones\, surgeries\, and medical care\, connecting people to gender-affirming and peer programs\, and identifying trans-inclusive providers. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Contraception: trans-centered support around pregnancy prevention\, menstrual suppression\, endometriosis management\, polycystic ovarian syndrome\, and affirming contraceptive decision making. \n\n\n\n🌷Affirming Pregnancy: trans-centered discussions around pathways to parenthood\, parenting resources\, fertility preservation\, accessing abortion as a trans person\, and navigating a pregnancy as a trans person. \n\n\n\n💖 We know everyone’s journey is different and some people may be facing complex challenges in finding care. We aim to support you in finding the best options for you to find the care you are looking for. Note: we are not a medical clinic. \n\n\n\n🗓️ When and where will the drop-in take place? \n\n\n\nThe gender-affirming care drop-in will take place virtually on Mondays from 6pm-8pm on Google Meet\, starting March 3 and ending March 24. \n\n\n\n➡️ Scan the QR code or visit https://linktr.ee/knowppottawa to access the drop-in! \n\n\n\nAny questions? Email our drop-in facilitator Seth at affirm@ppottawa.ca. \n\n\n\nSee you there! ❤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gender-affirming-care-drop-in/2025-03-24/
LOCATION:https://tr.ee/EZW-uurBiQ
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Planned Parenthood Ottawa":MAILTO:ppottawa@ppottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T180000
DTSTAMP:20250225T024145Z
CREATED:20250225T023754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T024145Z
UID:10001958-1743087600-1743098400@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-3/2025-03-27/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250327T200000
DTSTAMP:20250320T142946Z
CREATED:20250320T142938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T142946Z
UID:10002182-1743094800-1743105600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sexual Health 101 for Newcomer Women
DESCRIPTION:We have a wonderful Sexual Health 101 for newcomer women coming up on March 27\, 5-8PM at 19 Main Street in collaboration with Capital Rainbow Refuge and The AIDS Committee of Ottawa. Pizza will also be provided. \n\n\n\nDrop by for easy to understand information about sexual health! \n\n\n\nRSVP with Fatima by calling (613) 235-5014 x235
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sexual-health-101-for-newcomer-women/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Service,Sex positive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T170000
DTSTAMP:20250307T233437Z
CREATED:20250307T233430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T233437Z
UID:10002140-1743260400-1743267600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH
DESCRIPTION:MAX is thrilled to be hosting our second annual HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH educational event. Join us on Saturday\, March 29 from 3-5PM at DARC Microcinema for a vibrant communal afternoon.  \n\n\n\nWe are pleased to welcome back Dr. Patrick O’Byrne and Dr. Paul MacPherson to speak at our hole-in-one event for anal sexual health and pleasure. Learn the latest on anal care at this information session and connect with other GBTQ+ men and non-binary people.  \n\n\n\nThere’s also the opportunity to win BIG! The MAX team has lined up some cheeky games and sweet prizes. Snacks will also be provided.  \n\n\n\nThat’s not all! Register for HOLE-ISTIC HEALTH and get FREE entry to the HOLE Night Long Afterparty!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hole-istic-health/
LOCATION:DARC Microcinema\, 67 Nicholas St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Service,Sex positive,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T170000
DTSTAMP:20250327T012705Z
CREATED:20250327T012655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T012705Z
UID:10002211-1743426000-1743440400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility Support Group Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) is a time to celebrate\, uplift\, and empower trans lives while also acknowledging the challenges our community faces. \n\n\n\nFEDUP is hosting a virtual support group for trans\, gender-diverse\, and intersex folks within our eating disorder and disordered eating community. Join us for connection\, solidarity\, and healing as we hold space for one another and reflect on the power of visibility and community. \n\n\n\nDate: Monday\, March 31stTime: 1:00pm ESTSetting: Virtual on Zoom (registration details through link below)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-support-group-pop-up/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-day-of-visibility-support-group-pop-up/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Service
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