BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MAX Ottawa - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:MAX Ottawa X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://maxottawa.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MAX Ottawa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260406T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260406T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260408T194856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194858Z UID:10004821-1775491200-1775505600@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/2026-04-06/ LOCATION:Ten Oaks Project\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260109T205227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z UID:10004129-1775149200-1775156400@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-2/2026-04-02/ 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:20260330T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260408T194856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194858Z UID:10004820-1774886400-1774900800@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/2026-03-30/ LOCATION:Ten Oaks Project\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Service,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251124T165521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z UID:10003703-1774548000-1774555200@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-2/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260109T205227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z UID:10004128-1774544400-1774551600@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-2/2026-03-26/ 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:20260323T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260408T194856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194858Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260109T205227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20260109T205227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205232Z 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251124T165521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z UID:10003702-1772128800-1772136000@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-2/2026-02-26/ LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260129T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251124T165521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z UID:10003701-1769104800-1769112000@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-2/2026-01-22/ LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 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:20260409T094956 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:20251225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251124T165521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z UID:10003700-1766685600-1766692800@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-2/2025-12-25/ LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20250924T212218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212231Z UID:10003508-1764959400-1764966600@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Groupe de soutien trans 16 ans+ virtuel DESCRIPTION:Trans Outaouais offre Ă  nouveau son groupe de soutien virtuel pour les membres de la communautĂ© trans et ses allié·es\, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement Ă  partir de septembre 2025. \n\n\n\nJoignez-vous au groupe virtuel tous les 1er vendredi du mois de 18h30 Ă  20h30 pour une chance de partager nos expĂ©riences\, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une Ă©coute bienveillante entre nous. \n\n\n\nInscription : \n\n\n\nPour participer\, inscrivez-vous en utilisant le formulaire au bas de la page. Une fois inscrit·e\, vous recevrez le lien pour vous connecter au groupe sur la plateforme Zoom au plus tard la veille du groupe. Vous serez contactĂ© en cas d’annulation ou de changement de dates. \n\n\n\nPour plus d’informations\, n’hĂ©sitez pas Ă  nous contacter à info@transoutaouais.com. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-12-05/ LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-12-05/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,En français,Outaouais,Regular programming,Service,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Trans Outaouais":MAILTO:info@transoutaouais.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251124T165521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T165821Z UID:10003699-1764266400-1764273600@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-2/2025-11-27/ LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20250417T191538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z UID:10002466-1763748000-1763755200@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 on April 18th between 6pm-8pm 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 third Friday 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/2025-11-21/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251107T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20250924T212218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212231Z UID:10003507-1762540200-1762547400@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Groupe de soutien trans 16 ans+ virtuel DESCRIPTION:Trans Outaouais offre Ă  nouveau son groupe de soutien virtuel pour les membres de la communautĂ© trans et ses allié·es\, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement Ă  partir de septembre 2025. \n\n\n\nJoignez-vous au groupe virtuel tous les 1er vendredi du mois de 18h30 Ă  20h30 pour une chance de partager nos expĂ©riences\, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une Ă©coute bienveillante entre nous. \n\n\n\nInscription : \n\n\n\nPour participer\, inscrivez-vous en utilisant le formulaire au bas de la page. Une fois inscrit·e\, vous recevrez le lien pour vous connecter au groupe sur la plateforme Zoom au plus tard la veille du groupe. Vous serez contactĂ© en cas d’annulation ou de changement de dates. \n\n\n\nPour plus d’informations\, n’hĂ©sitez pas Ă  nous contacter à info@transoutaouais.com. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-11-07/ LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-11-07/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,En français,Outaouais,Regular programming,Service,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Trans Outaouais":MAILTO:info@transoutaouais.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T180000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251007T170151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T170227Z UID:10003580-1760799600-1760810400@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Rainbow Riffs: A Queer Youth Art Showcase DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy night of entertainment by local queer youth artists! Drag\, live music\, poetry\, expect it all! With performances from Karen Ligays\, Shriya J\, Vern Martin-Ivie and Adelia Wood. \n\n\n\nIf you’re a queer youth who’s interested in performing\, we will have an open mic you can sign up for day-of! \n\n\n\nThe space will be set up cafe -style\, with some snacks and hot drinks to choose from. See below for the agenda for the night. Questions? Email us at: ysbpeerhousingsupport@gmail.com or DM us on instagram: @qyac.ysb \n\n\n\nThe eventbrite page (linked below) is just to RSVP\, you don’t need a ticket to come to the event 💜 \n\n\n\nAGENDA \n\n\n\n3:00pm – Doors Open + Welcome \n\n\n\n3:15pm – Main Artists Set 1 \n\n\n\n3:45pm – Featured Artists Set 1 \n\n\n\n4:00pm – Open Mic \n\n\n\n4:15pm – BREAK \n\n\n\n4:30pm – Main Artists Set 2 \n\n\n\n5:00pm – Featured Artist Set 2 \n\n\n\n5:15pm – Open Mic \n\n\n\n5:30pm – Closing Remarks URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-riffs-a-queer-youth-art-showcase/ LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Ottawa,Social,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Youth Action Committee":MAILTO:ysbpeerhousingteam@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T123000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251001T180441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T180444Z UID:10003567-1760783400-1760790600@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Bi+ Family Playground Hangout DESCRIPTION:When you’re busy raising kids\, it can be challenging to make time for social connections—including ones where your full identity is recognized! This laid-back hangout is a chance for bi+ parents to connect while the kids stay busy. \n\n\n\n🌈 Who: Everyone is welcome! This hangout aims to create a safer space for bi+ people. Those in the bi+ community\, their partners\, kids\, allies/accomplices\, and those wishing to be in community with us\, are all welcome! All sexualities and gender identities and expressions are welcome. \n\n\n\nAnd to be extra clear\, YES you can come hang out with us if:-you have no kids!-your kids are not with you on this day!-your kids are grown up and moved out! \n\n\n\n🎃 Activities: There will be a free pumpkin painting station while supplies last\, and an optional game of Family Freeze Tag! Halloween COSTUMES are optional but encouraged! \n\n\n\nđŸŒ§ïž Rain date is October 25 \n\n\n\n⚠ Important Disclaimer: This is not a drop-off event. You are responsible for the supervision and safety of your children during all activities and at all times. \n\n\n\n📍Location and Accessibility: This is an outdoor hangout\, located at Hintonburg Park (Fairmont Ave & Duhamel St). The play structure has elements for both big and little kids\, and there’s a big field for running. It has benches and areas of shade. Washrooms can be found at the adjacent Hintonburg Community Centre. Street parking is available. \n\n\n\nSee you there!! 💜 URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bi-family-playground-hangout/ LOCATION:Hintonburg Park\, 49 Fairmont Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 1X4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20250417T191538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z UID:10002465-1760724000-1760731200@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 on April 18th between 6pm-8pm 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 third Friday 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/2025-10-17/ LOCATION:Ontario CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20251008T163224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T163228Z UID:10003582-1760634000-1760644800@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Scare-aoke DESCRIPTION:We’ll be using Youtube karaoke videos on a TV screen or projector screen. In addition\, we have two microphones attached to a separate sound system. You can sing in a group\, be in a duet\, or go solo! When you have your song(s) decided\, you can write them down with your name\, or tell Lukayo\, and you’ll be put on the list. \n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is highly encouraged if you have access needs and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening. However\, we will still be taking registration at the door\, though once we reach capacity limit we may need to turn people away. \n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: 3pm on Thurs October 16th. \n\n\n\nIf you do not register before the deadline\, you might be turned away at the door.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy a special night at our drop-in for a Halloween themed karaoke event! Children twelve years of age or younger need to be accompanied by an adult. Minors (ages 13-17) will need to provide an emergency contact. Costumes are encouraged!  \n\n\n\nMaximum Participants: 35 people  URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/scare-aoke/ LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Live music,Ottawa,Social,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T203000 DTSTAMP:20260409T094956 CREATED:20250924T212218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212231Z UID:10003506-1759516200-1759523400@maxottawa.ca SUMMARY:Groupe de soutien trans 16 ans+ virtuel DESCRIPTION:Trans Outaouais offre Ă  nouveau son groupe de soutien virtuel pour les membres de la communautĂ© trans et ses allié·es\, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement Ă  partir de septembre 2025. \n\n\n\nJoignez-vous au groupe virtuel tous les 1er vendredi du mois de 18h30 Ă  20h30 pour une chance de partager nos expĂ©riences\, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une Ă©coute bienveillante entre nous. \n\n\n\nInscription : \n\n\n\nPour participer\, inscrivez-vous en utilisant le formulaire au bas de la page. Une fois inscrit·e\, vous recevrez le lien pour vous connecter au groupe sur la plateforme Zoom au plus tard la veille du groupe. Vous serez contactĂ© en cas d’annulation ou de changement de dates. \n\n\n\nPour plus d’informations\, n’hĂ©sitez pas Ă  nous contacter à info@transoutaouais.com. URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-10-03/ LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-trans-16-ans-virtuel/2025-10-03/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,En français,Outaouais,Regular programming,Service,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Trans Outaouais":MAILTO:info@transoutaouais.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR