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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T180000
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UID:10005755-1789754400-1789774200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:🍻✨ QUEERS & BEERS is heading to Queen St. Fare! ✨🍻 \n\n\n\nThis time around we’re going old school Queers & Beers style – chill vibes\, great convos\, and space to actually talk! \n\n\n\n🌈 What’s Queers & Beers all about? \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? 🍺Wanna meet cuties & cool folks in the queer community? 🥰Interested in meaningful convos and trying new things? 🧠💡Yes\, yes\, and YES! Let’s gather and explore the local brew scene in Ottcity together while creating a safer\, inclusive space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 \n\n\n\n🎉 Come solo\, bring your besties\, show up with a date\, or maybe meet one there! 💕Make new friends\, catch up with old ones\, or enjoy your own company – it’s all welcome & all good ✨ \n\n\n\n📣 This is an open event – so bring your pals! \n\n\n\n💖 All genders & sexualities welcome🍻 Fun\, safer vibes for sipping & socializing♿ We’re working to prioritize accessible spaces🗨️ Feedback always welcome – hit us up at queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\n🪪 Physical Accessibility Note:Queen St. Fare has automated doors and accessible washrooms. 💯 \n\n\n\n🧡 We want to acknowledge and honour that this event takes place on unceded Algonquin Territory\, land that was never given up or surrendered. \n\n\n\nLet’s raise a glass & connect\, community-style! 🥂See you there! 💃🏽🍻🌈💬
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-13/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260914T003013Z
CREATED:20260914T002958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003013Z
UID:10005766-1789754400-1789765200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Desi Games Night
DESCRIPTION:ATTN Ottawa pals!! We are hosting a games night in your city on Friday September 18 from 6-9pm @studio.staja 🫶🏽✨ \n\n\n\nWe welcome all Queer South Asian women\, trans\, and nonbinary folks. This includes Indo-Caribbean\, Indo-African\, Fijian\, and Pacific Islander folks💕 \n\n\n\nNo RSVP needed. Just show up & ask for our group 🙂
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-desi-games-night/
LOCATION:Studio Staja\, 507 Rideau St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer South Asian Women's Network":MAILTO:QSAWnetwork@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005106-1789668000-1789675200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004153-1789664400-1789671600@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-2/2026-09-17/
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:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212407Z
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212407Z
UID:10005292-1789579800-1789583400@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-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212845Z
CREATED:20260629T212825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212845Z
UID:10005297-1789552800-1789558200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Coffee Club is Expanding! \n\n\n\nThanks to participant feedback\, we’re moving to a bi‑weekly schedule starting in February — meeting on the first and third Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\nOne structured session (guest speaker or skill‑share)One unstructured social drop‑in \n\n\n\nCome for connection\, learning\, and community \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-5/2026-09-16/
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:20260915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T013230Z
CREATED:20260902T013224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T013230Z
UID:10005691-1789497000-1789504200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:Building a community after moving to a new country can be challenging – but\, you’re not alone.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for this month’s Queerspora where we’ll be discussing different ways you can take care of yourself and improve your mental health\, while settling into a new life. \n\n\n\nCome connect with other queer newcomers who may share similar experiences. Learn about different resources available to you in Ottawa and explore new strategies to help you cope. \n\n\n\nFill out the form below to let us know you’re coming. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessing the space \n\n\n\n\nThe doors at CCHC lock after 4:00PM\, so make sure to ring the bell to the right of the front doors to let us know you’ve arrived. We’ll also have some volunteers to help you find us.\n\n\n\nWe’ll be on the ground level of CCHC\, which is wheelchair accessible and has gender neutral washrooms.\n\n\n\nNearby bus routes: 6\, 7\, 11\n\n\n\nClosest train station: Line 1\, Parliament Station (about a 10 minute walk)\n\n\n\nStreet parking and parking lots are open within walking distance to CCHC\n\n\n\nSigned up for a session but can no longer attend? Have questions before the event? Send us an email to queerspora@maxottawa.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-9/
LOCATION:Centretown Community Health Centre\, 420 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005281-1789410600-1789416000@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-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260908T223107Z
CREATED:20260908T223104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T223107Z
UID:10005731-1789315200-1789322400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Afterglow: Paint Your Plants
DESCRIPTION:Come and bask in the pride afterglow ~ paint and sketch botanical still lifes with the Ottawa Gay Gardening Society in Major Hill’s Park! 🪴 🪻Join us for an afternoon of art\, plants\, and that good queer company. 🎨 Painting supplies and some houseplants will be provided. Bring your own if you like. 🍨 We will have some snacks to share – feel free to bring your own (great way to make queer friends)! 🌞 Make sure to bring a picnic blanket\, sunscreen\, and a water bottle!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-afterglow-paint-your-plants/
LOCATION:Major’s Hill Park\, Mackenzie Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T154000
DTSTAMP:20260901T123729Z
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123729Z
UID:10005530-1789309800-1789314000@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-2/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260903T171236Z
CREATED:20260903T163536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T171236Z
UID:10005661-1789218000-1789228800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Families Art & Play Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Families is a safe space for 2SLGBTQI+ families and families with gender creative children ages 0-6 to meet in a child friendly space for art & play activities.  \n\n\n\nVenue is shared with participants after registration. \n\n\n\nTo register\, contact aroundtherainbow@familyservicesottawa.org or call 613-725-3601 xt. 105 \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\n\n\nGround floor\, wheelchair accessible\, free parking\, gender-neutral bathroom.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-families/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Around the Rainbow - Family Services Ottawa":MAILTO:aroundtherainbow@familyservicesottawa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260907T193854Z
CREATED:20260907T193852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T193854Z
UID:10005721-1789218000-1789225200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sip\, Savor\, Repeat
DESCRIPTION:On a Saturday afternoon\, come out a meet your neighbours within the queer community. Enjoy a coffee\, tea and a munchies – have a few laugh or discuss the state of the world. \n\n\n\nOver the next few months we will be engaging in the Trivia questions that were asked at Jazzy’s – come out and test your queer knowledge. \n\n\n\nAn opportunity to make a connection and build strong community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sip-savor-repeat/
LOCATION:McMartin House\, 125 Gore St. East\, Perth\, Ontario\, K7H 1J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Perth,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Connection Lanark":MAILTO:qclanark@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005105-1789063200-1789070400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004152-1789059600-1789066800@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-2/2026-09-10/
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:20260906T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260906T154000
DTSTAMP:20260901T123729Z
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123729Z
UID:10005529-1788705000-1788709200@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-2/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005104-1788458400-1788465600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260903T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004151-1788454800-1788462000@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-2/2026-09-03/
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:20260902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260902T113000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212845Z
CREATED:20260629T212825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212845Z
UID:10005296-1788343200-1788348600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Coffee Club is Expanding! \n\n\n\nThanks to participant feedback\, we’re moving to a bi‑weekly schedule starting in February — meeting on the first and third Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\nOne structured session (guest speaker or skill‑share)One unstructured social drop‑in \n\n\n\nCome for connection\, learning\, and community \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-5/2026-09-02/
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:20260901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260901T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004983-1788289200-1788305400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005280-1788201000-1788206400@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-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T230000
DTSTAMP:20260826T210456Z
CREATED:20260826T210156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T210456Z
UID:10005508-1788116400-1788130800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:STOMP! Queer Line Dance
DESCRIPTION:Time to dance your socks off 🪩✨ \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, STOMP! Ottawa presents our second queer line dance night! \n\n\n\nMade by and for queer people. \n\n\n\nMingle\, dance\, chat\, flirt\, whether it’s your first time line dancing or not. \n\n\n\nEvent is 19+\, with gender inclusive bathrooms.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stomp-queer-line-dance/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T154000
DTSTAMP:20260901T123729Z
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123729Z
UID:10005528-1788100200-1788104400@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-2/2026-08-30/
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:20260830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182307Z
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003491-1788098400-1788109200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Nonbinary Social and Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:What to expect: Non-binary people and friends hanging out and crafting. We have supplies for making bracelets\, folding origami\, colored beads\, embroidery floss\, and plastic lace. Volunteer coordinators will be wearing name tags and can help answer any questions you might have. \n\n\n\nIf you would like an idea of what the event space looks like\, check out our recent pics in the gallery. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: You don’t need to bring anything. You are welcome to bring your own crafting materials. Food and drink is welcome\, also.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/nonbinary-social-and-crafternoon/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260826T211542Z
CREATED:20260826T211531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T211542Z
UID:10005510-1787853600-1787868000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous & 2SLGBTQIA+ Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Beandigen Cafe is happy to announce that we’re going to be hosting a 2Spirit/Indigiqueer gathering/social night/hang out for our kin in so called ottawa!!! \n\n\n\ncome by on August 27th for a community gathering\, delicious food and drinks\, games\, crafts\, visiting\, and an opportunity to meet other 2Spirit/Indigiqueer community members!! \n\n\n\nwhile this gathering is centered on creating a safe space for 2Spirit and Indigiqueer community\, we welcome the greater Indigenous and 2SLGBTQ+ communities to attend aswell! \n\n\n\nplease DM us or email beandigen@gmail.com with any questions or concerns! 🌸🌸🌸
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/indigenous-2slgbtqia-gathering/
LOCATION:Beandigen Cafe\, 106-900 Exhibition Way\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 5J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005103-1787853600-1787860800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20251124T165821Z
CREATED:20251124T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z
UID:10003708-1787853600-1787860800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Trans Library Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth! Are you between the ages of 14-19 and interested in connecting with other Queer youth in your community? Drop into OTL’s Youth Group to make some new friends and learn more about our community. Meetings are casual and drop in\, so you can stay for as long or as little as you would like. Expect a mix of discussion\, low stakes activities\, and free time to chat and connect. We will be meeting on the fourth Thursday of each month\, so if you can’t make this one we hope to see you in the future!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-trans-library-youth-group-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004150-1787850000-1787857200@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-2/2026-08-27/
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:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001936Z
CREATED:20260811T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001936Z
UID:10005490-1787767200-1787778000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Board Games Night with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening of board games with OSPN and the Ottawa Trans Library. Open to all trans folks and allies.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/board-games-night-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004982-1787684400-1787700600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T220000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195238Z
CREATED:20260803T195142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T195238Z
UID:10005442-1787599800-1787608800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Quirky Reads: Fan Fiction Night
DESCRIPTION:We are a fan of fan fiction and we’d love to invite you over to share! Fan fics can be a great way to express ourselves and also see the stories that we want to see in the world. \n\n\n\nSo bring your favourite fan fiction\, or if you write\, bring something to share\, and we will go around sharing and talking about what we brought\, why we like it\, what makes it feel good. You can (if you want) read a section out loud! \n\n\n\nThink book club discussion but for fan fiction. \n\n\n\nThis is a masked and 18+ event\, KN95 or higher is required. \n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets \n\n\n\nMoney shouldn’t be a barrier to connection\, creativity\, or joy. Sliding scale pricing lets you choose the price that feels right based on your current financial reality. When those who have more pay more\, it helps to keep our programming open to everyone\, no matter the income. We trust you to assess your own situation with honest and care. There is no vetting process! \n\n\n\n\nFree ticket: for community members facing significant financial barriers\n\n\n\nGrowing Stability: for those with tight or fluctuating resources\n\n\n\nStable Income: for those with some stability but are still budgeting carefully\n\n\n\nPay It For Me & Forward: for those with steady\, reliable financial support\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a lower-cost / free ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nReceive public assistance (disability\, unemployment\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFinancial support dependents (children\, elders\, others)\n\n\n\nDon’t have significant savings or safety nets\n\n\n\nDo survival work (gig work\, informal\, precarious labour)\n\n\n\nHave high expenses (medical\, educational\, etc.)\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a higher-cost ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nHave access to stable income\, savings\, or investments\n\n\n\nOwn property or have inherited wealth\n\n\n\nTravel for leisure\, eat out or order in regularly\, invest in hobbies\n\n\n\nFeel financially secure enough to offer mutual support to others\n\n\n\n\nNever been to the studio before? Check out this FAQ!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quirky-reads-fan-fiction-night/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Ottawa,Pride,Social
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