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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261015T170000
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UID:10004157-1792083600-1792090800@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-2/2026-10-15/
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:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005110-1792087200-1792094400@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/2026-10-15/
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:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20261004T221752Z
CREATED:20261004T221750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T221752Z
UID:10005862-1792090800-1792098000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:LGBTQ Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out with some local queers\, grab a coffee and get creative! Bring a friend or make new ones\, make some progress on a craft you’ve been working on\, or dip your toes into a new medium you’ve been wanting to try. BYO supplies or use ours!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lgbtq-craft-night/
LOCATION:Ten Toes (Somerset)\, 837 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 0A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Luck and Lavender":MAILTO:luckandlavenderstudio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261016T203000
DTSTAMP:20261012T180647Z
CREATED:20261012T180638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T180647Z
UID:10005908-1792173600-1792182600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coras Autumn Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join CORAS at Mādahòkì Farm for an evening of community\, performance\, and advocacy in support of our work with sex workers\, trafficking survivors and vulnerable women/children across Ottawa. \n\n\n\nThe evening will feature burlesque performances\, a silent auction\, a costume contest (with prizes!) with guests invited to show off their looks on stage\, and remarks from CORAS executives and clients about the realities of trafficking in Ottawa\, the fight for sex workers’ rights\, and the work being done on the ground to support those in need. \n\n\n\nYour ticket also includes a burlesque show\, and seasonal bites & sweets prepared by local Indigenous chefs. \n\n\n\nCome dressed up\, enjoy the performances\, hear directly from the people involved\, and help us raise funds to keep CORAS services accessible to the people who need them. \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from this event directly support CORAS programs and community services. \n\n\n\nYour ticket helps us fund educational workshops\, our free counselling program\, reintegration supports\, and free community care for mothers and other vulnerable women through programs like It Takes a Village. It supports our legal advocacy work for sex worker’s and survivor’s rights\, including our SOLACE program\, and helps us keep our walk-in basic needs closet stocked (with food\, pet food\, formule\, baby supplies\, clothes\, shoes\, gift cards\, hygiene items\, family planning items\, first aid kits\, and other necessary supports) and our office open to women and children who need somewhere to turn.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coras-autumn-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Mādahòkì Farm\, 4420 W Hunt Club Rd.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2R 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="CORAS":MAILTO:admin@safersexwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20261004T235630Z
CREATED:20261004T235626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T235630Z
UID:10005878-1792328400-1792339200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay Do Art
DESCRIPTION:Be Gay Do Art & soft orb present… \n\n\n\n✨️ whimsical still life drawing! ✨️ \n\n\n\nBring your cherished trinkets and beloved toys for still life drawing in the park! \n\n\n\n🥰🌷⚖️🌿🎨 \n\n\n\nWe will have paper\, art supplies\, and clipboards + we will do our best to secure picnic tables for seating & drawing space! \n\n\n\nWe also encourage people to bring their own supplies or sketchbooks if they want! \n\n\n\nWe will have some juice boxes and snacks\, but feel free to bring your own refreshments! We only ask that folks step away from the main space to enjoy them! 🤝 \n\n\n\n♿️♿️♿️ \n\n\n\nWe are committed to accessibility\, disability justice\, and keeping our community safe! As part of this commitment\, we will still be requiring high quality masks (KN95+) for all those attending\, despite being outside. \n\n\n\nWe will have lots of extra masks available! \n\n\n\nMore Access Notes:☆ Accessible paved pathways throughout the park.☆ Accessible washrooms at the McNabb Arena & Community Centre.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11\, #14 & #10) and free parking!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-7/
LOCATION:McNabb Park\, 435 Bronson Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Outdoors,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261018T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261018T154000
DTSTAMP:20260901T123729Z
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123729Z
UID:10005535-1792333800-1792338000@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-2/2026-10-18/
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:20261018T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261018T210000
DTSTAMP:20261012T172713Z
CREATED:20261012T172710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T172713Z
UID:10005901-1792342800-1792357200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transmasc Craft Night
DESCRIPTION:👻👻 it’s time for another craft night 🎃🎃 \n\n\n\ncome work on your halloween costumes\, zines\, knitting projects\, or another DIY projects that’s been sitting there for too long at the trans library on sunday\, october 18th!drop by anytime between 5 and 9 🧟‍♂️🧟
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transmasc-craft-night/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T224256Z
CREATED:20260908T224253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T224256Z
UID:10005734-1792404000-1792409400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Older & Bolder for 2SLBTQ+ Women
DESCRIPTION:Older & Bolder is a monthly drop-in discussion group for older 2SLBTQIA+ women (50+)\, sponsored by Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN). This is an opportunity to connect\, share life experiences and discuss the joys and challenges of this stage of life. It is facilitated by longtime members of OSPN. \n\n\n\nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Georgette SauvéContact: Older & Bolder generic email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-3/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260921T225416Z
CREATED:20260921T225409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T225416Z
UID:10005799-1792432800-1792438200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transcend Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:A free\, weekly art and discussion drop-in group with gender diverse facilitators for trans\, non-binary and questioning youth ages 11-17.  \n\n\n\nThis group meets weekly online every Monday\, then meets in-person on the 4th Monday of the month. Location is wheelchair accessible\, but not disclosed until registered.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transcend-youth-group/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Around the Rainbow - Family Services Ottawa":MAILTO:aroundtherainbow@familyservicesottawa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005676-1792434600-1792440000@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-2/2026-10-19/
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:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T232300Z
CREATED:20260921T232252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T232300Z
UID:10005840-1792576800-1792582200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Coffee Club has expanded! \n\n\n\nThanks to participant feedback\, we’ve moved to a bi‑weekly schedule\, meeting on the first and third Wednesday of each month. \n\n\n\n\nOne structured session (guest speaker or skill‑share)\n\n\n\nOne unstructured social drop‑in\n\n\n\n\nCome for connection\, learning\, and community \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca for details. \n\n\n\nThe Good Companions bus stop: Albert St & Empress Ave North; Bus numbers: 12 (Blair/Tunney’s Pasture); LRT station: Pimisi
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club-6/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T190000
DTSTAMP:20261012T173959Z
CREATED:20261012T173956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T173959Z
UID:10005905-1792602000-1792609200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Perth Pride Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:🏳️‍🌈 Come meet Pride in Perth! Join us for a casual get together to meet new people\, share ideas\, and chat about what’s coming up. Drop in anytime for a cup of tea\, some cookies\, and a friendly chat. Everyone’s welcome! 💕🌈
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/perth-pride-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Perth & District Union Public Library\, 30 Herriott St.\, Perth\, Ontario\, K7H 1T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T183000
DTSTAMP:20261012T154750Z
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T154750Z
UID:10005885-1792603800-1792607400@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-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261021T210000
DTSTAMP:20261014T004303Z
CREATED:20261014T004257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T004303Z
UID:10005921-1792604700-1792616400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Intergenerational Games Night
DESCRIPTION:2SLGBTQIA+ seniors\, you’re invited to share a meal and a night of games with students from Carleton University’s Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre. \n\n\n\nIntentional intergenerational spaces build belonging\, hope\, and resilience\, and give us access to lived wisdom. Come ready to laugh\, swap stories\, and make new connections across generations. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 5:45. Pasta and salad will be served between 6:00 -7:00pm. Participants do not need to purchase a meal to attend.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/intergenerational-games-night/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260109T205232Z
CREATED:20260109T205227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z
UID:10004158-1792688400-1792695600@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-2/2026-10-22/
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:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20251124T165821Z
CREATED:20251124T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z
UID:10003710-1792692000-1792699200@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-2/2026-10-22/
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:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005111-1792692000-1792699200@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/2026-10-22/
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:20261023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261023T200000
DTSTAMP:20261012T174622Z
CREATED:20261012T174619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T174622Z
UID:10005907-1792776600-1792785600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Soup Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last friday of the month for soup night at the Ottawa Trans Library!  We will be providing a Soup or two\, along limited amount of bowls and utensils.We encourage community members to bring their own soups\, snacks\, breads\, utensils\, bowls\, to-go containers\, and more to share.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring a full ingredient list for any food you wish to provide.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/soup-night-4/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261023T233000
DTSTAMP:20261012T181225Z
CREATED:20261012T181217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T181225Z
UID:10005909-1792778400-1792798200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers + Beers: Northern Lights Edition
DESCRIPTION:🌈 QUEERS & BEERS at Lowertown Brewery in the Byward Market! 🍻 \n\n\n\nQueers & Beers is heading back to Lowertown for this Indoor event! 🎉 \n\n\n\nWe’d like to acknowledge and honor that all of the work we do is currently being done on unceded Algonquin Territory that was never given up and never surrendered. 🙏🌍 \n\n\n\nPartial Proceeds in support of Northern Lights Refuge. \n\n\n\nhttps://m.facebook.com/northernlightsrefuge \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? 🍺 Do you like getting together with your community and meeting new friends? 🤝 Want to have interesting conversations & try new things? 🧐 Yes\, yes\, and YES! 🙌 So let’s get together and explore the craft brew scene here in Ottcity 🍻 & create a safer space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🌟 \n\n\n\nCome with friends 👯‍♀️\, come alone 🧑‍🤝‍🧑\, come with a date 💕\, end up on a date 💑\, make new pals 🤗\, talk to those you know 👋\, talk to those you don’t know but have always wanted to 😏\, or hey even keep to yourself 🤫\, because it’s all good & do what makes you feel most comfortable! 💖 \n\n\n\n[This is an open event\, so feel free to invite your pals! 🎉] \n\n\n\nAll genders & sexualities are welcome! 🌈 \n\n\n\nThe goal is to provide a fun & safer environment for enjoying craft beers & chatting with pals! 🍻💬 \n\n\n\nWe will try to prioritize visiting spaces that are physically accessible! 🚪♿ \n\n\n\nFeedback\, thoughts\, suggestions are welcome! You can shoot us a message anytime! 📩queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\n📍 Lowertown Brewery73 York Street \n\n\n\nPhysical Accessibility Note:Lowertown is a physically accessible venue\, with a ramp at the entrance 🛣️ and accessible bathrooms on the main level 🚻. There is also an outdoor patio for COVID-safer spaces\, weather depending. 🌤️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-northern-lights-edition/
LOCATION:Lowertown Brewery\, 73 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261023T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261023T213000
DTSTAMP:20261004T233407Z
CREATED:20261004T233403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T233407Z
UID:10005873-1792783800-1792791000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dracula Murder Mystery
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to bring to you another night of building community and mingling with a twist  \n\n\n\nDracula’s Dinner Party Murder Investigation🩸🧛‍♂️ \n\n\n\nDracula has invited you to a special dinner party\, just for humans. What could a vampire want with humans?  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Grove on Oct 23rd\, 2026\, to find out what Dracula is up to. \n\n\n\nOnce you buy a ticket\, your character details will be shared with you. Full event details will be provided on the night of. All characters are nonbinary unless you assign a gender to them – make it your own and have fun with it! \n\n\n\nFri Oct 23 l Doors 7:00pm l Starts Promptly 7:30pm \n\n\n\nNon-alcoholic drinks available | Chips & popcorn available \n\n\n\nMasks available at the door | Optional but encouraged
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dracula-murder-mystery/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T230031Z
CREATED:20250715T173735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T230031Z
UID:10005736-1792834200-1792852200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Out and About Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:OSPN in partnership with The Good Companions is delighted to offer in person programming to our 55+ LGBTQ2+ community.  \n\n\n\nJoin us every second and fourth Saturday of the month for a range of engaging activities\, from educational workshops to social programming\, all designed to foster connection\, support\, and enjoyment. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable\, respected\, and celebrate. \n\n\n\nFor more information on Out and About Saturdays programming\, contact Sarah Rea at sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca. \n\n\n\nParking is available at the centre for $2.50 a day or $30.00 annually. \n\n\n\n*Please Note: Individual financial restrictions will never be a barrier to accessing Out and About Saturdays or becoming a member of The Good Companions. Subsidies are available on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/out-and-about-saturdays/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20261012T182515Z
CREATED:20261012T182511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T182515Z
UID:10005911-1792836000-1792854000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dykes in the Woods
DESCRIPTION:Dykes in the Woods a free community outing in the Gatineau Park for dykes\, their families\, and partners. \n\n\n\nDYKES IN THE WOODS IS BACK\, BABY! Wanna see the leaves change colors with a bunch of dykes? We do! Dykes in the Woods a free community outing in the Gatineau Park for dykes\, their families\, and partners. \n\n\n\nTake the NCC shuttle service from downtown Ottawa with us or drive to join us at the Mackenzie King Estate. The Estate is situated in Chelsea\, Québec\, which is on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg. \n\n\n\nBring a lunch for the picnic\, a blanket or chair to sit\, and something warm to drink. \n\n\n\nThe event will be canceled if it rains heavily. Let’s hope for a sunny\, gay day! \n\n\n\nThe Gatineau Park is part of the National Capital Commission (NCC)\, a Crown corporation which controls vast amounts of unceded lands portrayed as a venue for settlers and tourists to discover and explore nature. This is part of a continued agenda of colonization. Recognizing this is only a first step in decolonizing our relationship to land. (See the end of this event description for a way to support resistance to ongoing colonization).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dykes-in-the-woods/
LOCATION:MacKenzie King Estate\, Chemin MacKenzie King\, Chelsea\, Quebec\, J9B 1H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Quebec,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T223000
DTSTAMP:20261012T161330Z
CREATED:20261012T161318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T161330Z
UID:10005888-1792863000-1792881000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Maximum Colours: A Backayard Fundraiser Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a backyard variety show to celebrate the turn of the season\, support local art\, gather in community\, and raise funds for Food Not Bombs and the Assembly for Trans Liberation\, Aid\, and Solidarity (ATLAS Ottawa). Rain date October 25th! \n\n\n\nWhat to bring:🍂low chairs/blankets to sit on and get cozy in🍂BYOB🍂cash for hearty vegetarian chili\, bread\, and non-alc mulled cider🍂cash\, tap\, or e-transfer donations for the fundraiser! Every $5 gets you one entry in the raffle!  \n\n\n\nNo dogs allowed at this event (support animals welcome)\, all ages! Noise will end around 10:30PM in order to be respectful to neighbours. \n\n\n\n😇 5:30-7:30: family friendly\, kiddos welcome!😈 8:00-10:30: PG-13 (burlesque\, drag\, pole) \n\n\n\nGetting here:🚎10 min walk from Tunney’s Pasture\, #11\, #14 stops🚲 space available to park your bike🚗 limited parking on Huron\, free parking on Wellington/side streets nearby \n\n\n\nAccessibility: masks optional (will have some available)\, flat backyard close to Tunney’s pasture. One portable toilet will be available for use. \n\n\n\nLiving room inside (5 stairs to access) will be available to warm up and chill out. Masks required and provided while indoors. \n\n\n\nPatio heaters will be enhancing the cozy vibes. Food will be served from 6:30-8:30 PM. \n\n\n\nIf you need any accommodations to attend this event\, please contact the organizers!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/maximum-colours-a-backayard-fundraiser-variety-show/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Microbang Productions":MAILTO:microbangproductions@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T220000
DTSTAMP:20261012T172958Z
CREATED:20261012T172955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T172958Z
UID:10005902-1792872000-1792879200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Leather Social
DESCRIPTION:The members of BLUF Ottawa invite you to our next social Saturday October 24th @tspub_ottawa ! Whether you’re a longtime member of the leather community or simply curious to learn more\, everyone with a genuine interest is welcome. Come connect with likeminded people\, make new friends\, and enjoy a relaxed\, social atmosphere. \n\n\n\nBLUF dress code not required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/leather-social/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261025T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261025T154000
DTSTAMP:20260901T123729Z
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123729Z
UID:10005536-1792938600-1792942800@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-2/2026-10-25/
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:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261026T193000
DTSTAMP:20260921T225416Z
CREATED:20260921T225409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T225416Z
UID:10005800-1793037600-1793043000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transcend Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:A free\, weekly art and discussion drop-in group with gender diverse facilitators for trans\, non-binary and questioning youth ages 11-17.  \n\n\n\nThis group meets weekly online every Monday\, then meets in-person on the 4th Monday of the month. Location is wheelchair accessible\, but not disclosed until registered.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transcend-youth-group/2026-10-26/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Around the Rainbow - Family Services Ottawa":MAILTO:aroundtherainbow@familyservicesottawa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261026T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005677-1793039400-1793044800@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-2/2026-10-26/
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:20261027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20261001T231339Z
CREATED:20261001T231334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T231339Z
UID:10005859-1793120400-1793131200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora: Halloween Edition
DESCRIPTION:A Halloween celebration for queer newcomers 🎃 \n\n\n\nWe’re teaming up with the AIDS Committee of Ottawa and Capital Rainbow Refuge for a festive edition of Queerspora.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the ACO for an evening of pumpkin carving and a Kahoot trivia game. We’ll have prizes for the best carved pumpkins and Kahoot winners too! \n\n\n\nSign up through the form below to let us know you’re coming.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-halloween-edition/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261027T203000
DTSTAMP:20261001T232224Z
CREATED:20261001T013232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T232224Z
UID:10005858-1793125800-1793133000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Keeping It 100: Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month with K1. \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’re honouring the women who paved ways before us\, personally supported us\, and continue to inspire us.  \n\n\n\nWomen have always been important figures\, shaping our communities and building a better world with their leadership\, creativity\, resilience\, and tenacity. For this session\, share a story and photo of someone who’s positively impacted you. Come make friends\, enjoy a meal\, and leave feeling inspired and connected.  \n\n\n\nKeeping It 100 (K1) is MAX Ottawa’s monthly social group for queer African\, Caribbean\, and Black people to share resources and build community. \n\n\n\nSign up through 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\nAccessibility Notes \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. You can also call 613-701-6555 / 343-307-0494 (also available on WhatsApp).\n\n\n\nWe’ll be on the ground level of CCHC\, which is wheelchair accessible and has gender neutral washrooms.\n\n\n\nSeating available throughout the session\n\n\n\nQuiet participation welcome\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\nPlease contact us in advance for specific accessibility needs
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/keeping-it-100-womens-history-month/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20261004T234732Z
CREATED:20261004T234730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T234732Z
UID:10005875-1793215800-1793219400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Spaniel's Tale Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow readers for the inaugural meeting of The Spaniel’s Tale Book Club! \n\n\n\nThe Spaniel’s Tale Book Club is a great opportunity to get together with fellow readers to discuss this month’s pick\, Eliza Sunshine by Michelle Good. \n\n\n\nCapacity is capped at 12 participants to ensure that everyone has the chance to speak during our discussion. The discussion will be led by Aliya\, our manager. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend our book club beyond the purchase of the book. If you already have the book or prefer to read it another way\, there is also the option of purchasing a book voucher for the value of the book\, which you can then use to purchase any other book or item in-store when you attend book club.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-spaniels-tale-book-club/
LOCATION:The Spaniel’s Tale\, 1131 Wellington St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Ottawa,Social
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