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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-2/2026-03-26/
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:20260323T160000
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UID:10004819-1774281600-1774296000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ten Oaks' Gender Gear Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning about\, trying on and taking home some FREE gender gear? We’ve got binders\, gaffs\, packers\, and padded bras! Drop by the Ten Oaks Project office on Monday evenings between 4 and 8pm.📝 Registration Required
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ten-oaks-gender-gear-program/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Ten Oaks Project\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002891-1773946800-1773951000@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/2026-03-19/
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:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004127-1773939600-1773946800@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-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
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UID:10002890-1773342000-1773346200@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/2026-03-12/
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:20260312T170000
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UID:10004126-1773334800-1773342000@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-2/2026-03-12/
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:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002889-1772737200-1772741400@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/2026-03-05/
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:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
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UID:10004125-1772730000-1772737200@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-2/2026-03-05/
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:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002888-1772132400-1772136600@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/2026-02-26/
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:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004124-1772125200-1772132400@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-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002887-1771527600-1771531800@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/2026-02-19/
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:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
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:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002884-1769713200-1769717400@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/2026-01-29/
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:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004120-1769706000-1769713200@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-2/2026-01-29/
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:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002883-1769108400-1769112600@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/2026-01-22/
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:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004119-1769101200-1769108400@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-2/2026-01-22/
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:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002882-1768503600-1768507800@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/2026-01-15/
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:20260115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004118-1768496400-1768503600@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-2/2026-01-15/
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:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002881-1767898800-1767903000@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/2026-01-08/
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:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10003829-1767891600-1767898800@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-2/2026-01-08/
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:20260105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T190000
DTSTAMP:20251230T225242Z
CREATED:20251230T225235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T225242Z
UID:10003828-1767632400-1767639600@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 Monday 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/
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:20260101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260101T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002880-1767294000-1767298200@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/2026-01-01/
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:20251225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002879-1766689200-1766693400@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/2025-12-25/
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:20251221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T160000
DTSTAMP:20251218T203228Z
CREATED:20251218T203203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T203228Z
UID:10003786-1766325600-1766332800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Holiday Dinner Party
DESCRIPTION:📍 18 Louisa Street\, Suite #280\, Ottawa(Outside & Inside — dress warmly!) \n\n\n\n🍴 Chef Ric’s Food Truck will be onsite donating 200 holiday meals — come early! Turkey with mashed potato and gravy\, carrots\, stuffing and cranberry sauce! Limited vegetarian options will also be available! \n\n\n\nWE LOVE CHEF RIC!!! \n\n\n\n🍰 Dessert lovingly donated by @bstaubi \n\n\n\n🪑 Adrienne & The Grove Studio are creating a cozy space for community dining — room for 40 guests at a time\, rotating between 2-4 pm. \n\n\n\n🥡 Prefer take-out? Grab your meal and bring the cheer home! \n\n\n\n☕ Free Hot Apple Cider upstairs in Suite 280. Donated by Queer legend @nady999 \n\n\n\nThe incredible Dj Powrhaus 🙌 😍 \n\n\n\n🎅 Bring the kids! \n\n\n\nSanta (Elaina) & Mrs. Claus (Pompon Minoune) will be present for photos and festive fun while talented DJ Powrhaus spins your favourite holiday tracks! 🎶 \n\n\n\n😷 Masking required when not eating. \n\n\n\n💖 Donations accepted onsite for the 2026 Ottawa Dyke March. \n\n\n\nBrought to you with love by@dykeseries • @chefrics • @thegrovestudio • @djpowrhaus • @pomponminoune
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-holiday-dinner-party/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251219T203000
DTSTAMP:20250924T213206Z
CREATED:20250924T213200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213206Z
UID:10003511-1766169000-1766176200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Groupe de soutien par et pour les personnes trans et non-binaires (16+) en présentiel
DESCRIPTION:Trans Outaouais offre son groupe de soutien en présentiel pour les membres de la communauté trans et ses allié·es\, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement. \n\n\n\nRejoignez-nous pour des discussions enrichissantes tous les 3e vendredi du mois de 18h30 à 20h30\, à la 🏠Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson\, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies\, Gatineau\, QC\, pour une chance de partager nos expériences\, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une écoute bienveillante entre nous.✨ \n\n\n\nVenez seul.e ou accompagné·e d’une personne rencontrer des membres de la communauté de la diversité de genre en Outaouais. \n\n\n\nLe déroulement des groupes (en personne et virtuel) : \n\n\n\n\nTour de table pour se présenter (participation obligatoire)\n\n\n\nPrésentation du groupe (qui est Trans Outaouais\, quel est l’objectif du groupe\, reconnaissance des territoires)\n\n\n\nRègles de bon fonctionnement (confidentialité\, besoins d’accessibilité\, règlements\, info sur le local/sur le fonctionnement de Zoom)\n\n\n\nPartage sur le sujet au choix des participant·es ou suggéré par l’animateurice (participation optionnelle\, mais encouragée). Pause de 10 minutes après 30 minutes.\n\n\n\n« Check-in » avant la fin du groupe (participation optionnelle)\n\n\n\nAnnonces (messages de Trans Outaouais\, événements à venir\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFin du groupe.\n\n\n\n\nÀ propos de l’animation : \n\n\n\nStéph Meunier (iel/ellui\, il/lui\, elle) anime des groupes de soutien et des ateliers pour la communauté 2SLGBTQIA+ depuis plus de 10 ans. Iel anime le groupe trans 16 ans + de Trans Outaouais depuis 2024 et a travaillé avec l’organisme alors qu’iel travaillait chez Jeunesse Idem comme intervenant·e. Son approche est ancrée dans l’anti-oppression et la justice sociale. Son animation vise à encourager l’empowerment des participant·es et à cultiver l’entraide et un sens d’appartenance à la communauté que l’on construit ensemble. Au quotidien\, Stéph aime chanter avec des ami·es\, nager\, faire de l’art et vivre en coop d’habitation.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-par-et-pour-les-personnes-trans-et-non-binaires-16-en-presentiel/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson\, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies\, Gatineau\, Quebec\, J8Z 1P5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,En français,Outaouais,Quebec,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Trans Outaouais":MAILTO:info@transoutaouais.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251218T201000
DTSTAMP:20250602T193339Z
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002878-1766084400-1766088600@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/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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