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SUMMARY:OSPN 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\nOut and About Saturdays is specialty programming for the 55+ LGBTQ2+ community. Ideas for offerings can be forwarded to the program coordinator\, Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca or by telephone at (613) 236-0428 ext. 2353.  \n\n\n\nOnce a month Stephane and the Saturday programming committee meet to discuss potential offerings and brainstorm new ideas and opportunities for programming. If you are interested in joining the committee\, please email your request to sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca.  \n\n\n\n_______________  \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to participate on a trial basis for 3 Saturdays before deciding to become a Good Companions member. The membership gives you access to all of The Good Companions amenities and offerings\, not just Out and About Saturdays. For more information on becoming a member please click here [https://thegoodcompanions.ca/membership/new-members/].  \n\n\n\nParking is available at the center 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. Contact Stephane Gauthier at sgauthier@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-out-and-about-saturdays/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T150000
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SUMMARY:IndigiQueer Kinship Group
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! This is a new group created for the Indigenous\, Two-Spirit\, Queer community here in Ottawa. This is a super exciting opportunity and we hope many of you are able to join our group! For the first meeting\, we will be doing introductions\, talking about the nature of the group\, and do some painting and drawing while chatting! We will also have some snacks and drinks.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please reach out at sabrina@kindspace.ca \n\n\n\nGroup Description: \n\n\n\nIndigiQueer Kinship Group is a peer support and social group for Two-Spirit and Queer Indigenous folk. Our group’s goal is to create a safe\, welcoming and culturally inclusive environment where you can meet others who share similar backgrounds and experiences. We understand the importance of having spaces where Indigenous culture is celebrated\, valued and respected. If you want to make new friends\, find support from peers\, or if you want to come and chill\, our group offers a space where you can be yourself without judgment!  \n\n\n\nThe IndigiQueer Kinship Group will run from 1-3 pm on the second Saturday of every month (with the exception of the first meeting).  \n\n\n\nNotes for Participants: \n\n\n\nThis group is open to anyone who identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ and self-identifies as First Nation\, Inuit\, or Métis\, we want this space to be available for people with varying lived experiences. While we are open to those reclaiming or navigating their culture\, we will not tolerate any intentional false claims of Indigenous identity or pretendians. While we will not police identities at the IndigiQueer\, we expect you to come in good faith\, or you may be asked to leave.We are also open to participants inviting a non-indigenous family member\, partner\, spouse or kids\, as long as they honour what the space is intended for.  \n\n\n\nThis is a social and peer support group in a community center environment. This means no professional mental health\, psychology\, or therapy support is available during the group. As we are all going to be Indigenous and queer folk\, we recognize the many historical and current traumas that our communities have gone through.We also know that we cannot talk about our successes without acknowledging our pain and oppression. However\, we will ask that you try to refrain from bringing up any personal traumatic experiences during group discussions. When separate from the entire group\, talking amongst yourselves\, you will be able to discuss whatever you would like at your own discretion. This rule is to ensure that we do not re-trigger or cause secondary trauma to anyone participating in the group discussions. Talking about what we have gone through is so important\, but this is a space to relax\, and just be.  \n\n\n\nNote for Parents: \n\n\n\nThis group will allow you to bring your children if you do not have childcare options available. It is important to note that we will not be responsible for the entertainment or care for your children. We have toys and games available for them to use\, however it is your responsibility to watch them. If you are bringing your children\, please make sure to fill out this form again for them so we know how many people are attending.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: \n\n\n\nIf you have any access needs please let us know!  \n\n\n\nAccessibility information can be found here: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nActivities: \n\n\n\nWe will have different activities each time we meet. It will most likely be crafts or games. But if you have any ideas of things or crafts you want to see included\, please do not hesitate to let us know! \n\n\n\nBio of Facilitators: \n\n\n\nHello! My name is Sabrina\, and I am 21 years old. I am an urban Inuk who has lived in Ottawa my entire life. When I was 4 years old I was adopted with my older sister into a primarily white family\, which has resulted in our disconnection from the Inuit language\, culture and community. In the past 5 years\, I have been slowly reconnecting with my culture and with the Indigenous people in the community. I live with FASD\, ADHD and anxiety. I love reading\, cooking and baking. I am a Carleton University student currently in my third year of the Bachelor’s of Social Work program\, with minors in Indigenous Studies\, and Criminology and Criminal Justice. With this group\, I hope to make new friends\, connections and learn more about my Inuit culture\, as well as other Indigenous cultures. I look forward to meeting you all\, and hope to have lots of fun in this group!!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/indigiqueer-kinship-group/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211243
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000222-1746903600-1746914400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, on Saturday night\, Vanitea is the destination for the no. 1 voted drag dinner\, presented by beloved house host Devona Coe and a rotating calendar of featured local and visiting drag queens.Delivering their struts\, gag-worthy performances & all-over sass for your Saturday night pleasure\, + a fabulous 3 course tower (with meal included) and bottomless drinks!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bottomless-dine-drag-dinner/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211243
CREATED:20250402T151701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T151712Z
UID:10002359-1746903600-1746914400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Prom
DESCRIPTION:Queer Prom for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks and pals! Tickets are $10-25 sliding scale (message if that’s a barrier for you). \n\n\n\nGet fancy and dance with cuties!Hosted and music by @djdelpilar and special guests. \n\n\n\nExpect:🔥Sweet outfits (what does prom look like to you??)🔥Great music🔥Accessible space @thegrove613🔥Photo booth🔥Covid-safer protocols🔥Alcohol-free space \n\n\n\nQueer Prom is geared towards people 18 and up. We welcome people under 18 with a parent or guardian. This is a night for anyone who couldn’t show up at their prom as their authentic selves\, folks who might have missed prom recently due to covid\, or anyone who wants to get fancy and dance with queer and trans pals!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-prom-2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211243
CREATED:20250429T220853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T220905Z
UID:10002555-1746903600-1746914400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Deliquesce Night Market & Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Obscura Tattoo for a night of creativity and community at our DELIQUESCE Art Show and Maker Market! Browse through a diverse selection of local art pieces and handmade goods at our Night Market\, where you can find unique treasures to take home. Enjoy a community curated playlist\, delicious food\, and drinks as you explore the vibrant art scene. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support local artists and immerse yourself in a night of art and culture! \n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\n\nFood and Drinks: 3 Drink limit\, cash bar\, Catering available.\n\n\n\nCharity raffle: Donate for a chance to win one of our gifts from local business’\n\n\n\nPayment: Vendors and Artists will be taking Cash\, e-transfers and some have paypal options\n\n\n\n\nAdd to our event playlist here – Spotify Deliquesce Playlist
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/deliquesce-night-market-gallery/
LOCATION:Obscura Tattoos\, 320 Catherine St Ste 22\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 1C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T020000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211243
CREATED:20250506T155427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155434Z
UID:10002578-1746910800-1746928800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Back in Time Mixes with DJ Slushy!
DESCRIPTION:Head over to T’s for a retro hits Saturday night! Featuring tunes from the 70s to the 00s\, DJ Slushy will have you singing along to all the nostalgic party beats!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/back-in-time-mixes-with-dj-slushy/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Parties,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211243
CREATED:20250502T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T170646Z
UID:10002568-1746961200-1746986400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Queerly Crafty Day in May
DESCRIPTION:Bring a craft (sewing\, knitting\, crocheting\, quilting\, embroidery\, etc) and enjoy an afternoon with fellow sewists\, crafters\, and creators! If you think you’ll need a sewing machine or an iron/ironing board\, please let Josephine know in advance and she will try to accommodate (i.e.\, make sure those are available). \n\n\n\nThis is a masked event! Please bring a KN95 or higher mask (we have KN95s if you don’t have one!) \n\n\n\nHave questions about the Grove like parking and how to get in? Check out the FAQs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-queerly-crafty-day-in-may/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250413T202344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202354Z
UID:10002442-1746964800-1746968400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Bianca Allen at Beyond the Pale Brewery for an imaginative experience through stories and drag. This is a free event but registration is required (below).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-story-time/
LOCATION:Beyond the Pale Brewing Company\, 250 City Centre Ave Bay 106\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Family friendly,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Bianca Allen":MAILTO:heelsnheartevents@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250506T192351Z
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UID:10002589-1746964800-1746972000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:All Ages Drag Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Capital Kingdom’s next All Ages Drag Brunch!  \n\n\n\nYou’ll get to watch family-friendly performances\, have a fantastic meal (sold separately) and colour in our custom colouring pages of each performer. \n\n\n\nIntroducing this month’s cast:  \n\n\n\nComin’ in hot and cookin’ up a storm\, he may be based in Ottawa\, but he’s the Mayor of Flavourtown (with a “u”)\, Gay Fieri @gayfieridrag  \n\n\n\nHe is an egomaniac drag king who brings dad jokes\, camp and trail mix\, Claude Cash @theclaudecash \n\n\n\nUsing music as their trusty sidekick to connect with others\, this performer brings the laughs and good vibes\, Jax Sparks @jaxsparks69 \n\n\n\nAnd your host with the most @mileszinya! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll tickets are General Admission. \n\n\n\nSeating is not guaranteed. \n\n\n\nPlease come early to get a good seat. \n\n\n\nDoors at 11:30 am | Show at 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n(The venue has a ramp outside and a washroom located on the main floor. Other washrooms on the lower level.)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/all-ages-drag-brunch/
LOCATION:Irene’s Pub\, 885 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Family friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250429T214511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T214527Z
UID:10002553-1746972000-1746979200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mobility Show and Tell
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a really cool mobility aid you want to show off?Looking for inspiration to decorate your own?Thinking about getting a mobility aid and have questions for other disabled folks? \n\n\n\nJoin Wheelie Productions & @garbutch for our Virtual Mobility Aid Show & Tell! \n\n\n\n♿️♿️♿️ \n\n\n\n📆 May 11th\, 2025⏰️ 2:00 – 4:00 PM EST📍Zoom \n\n\n\n♿️♿️♿️ \n\n\n\nWe will be sharing the mobility aids we love (and hate)\, how we use them\, how we decorate them\, and what we’ve done to make them even better for us! \n\n\n\nIf you are curious about acquiring a mobility aid or switching to a different one\, we welcome questions and discussion for those with a variety of disabled experiences. \n\n\n\n♿️♿️♿️ \n\n\n\nRegister through the link below to receive the Zoom link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/mobility-show-and-tell/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/mobility-show-and-tell/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T154000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002154-1746973800-1746978000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk for Gay and Bisexual Men
DESCRIPTION:A group of GBT men meet every Sunday for a 1 hour walk\, always near Parking and Transit.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250509T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T162530Z
UID:10002607-1746973800-1746984600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rooted
DESCRIPTION:We’d like to extend a big thank you to our funders\, Ontario Triullium Foundation\, for making these events possible! \n\n\n\n𓋼𖤣𖥧𓋼𓍊 \n\n\n\nheld in Arts Court – Studio B \n\n\n\n𓋼𖤣𖥧𓋼𓍊 \n\n\n\nthis evening is free & will include: \n\n\n\n\nyoga\n\n\n\nknowledge sharing\n\n\n\na chance to connect with like-minded souls \n\n\n\ngood vibes\n\n\n\n\nwhat to bring: \n\n\n\n\nyoga mat\n\n\n\nan open heart\n\n\n\nyour lovely self\n\n\n\n\n𓋼𖤣𖥧𓋼𓍊 \n\n\n\nthis event is for QTBIPOC individuals \n\n\n\nregister through the link below \n\n\n\n𓋼𖤣𖥧𓋼𓍊
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rooted/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T230000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000510-1746993600-1747004400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250505T194054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T200736Z
UID:10002430-1747045800-1747053000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: 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). The group meets monthly at 400 Cooper Street\, beside the Centretown Community Health Centre! 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\nWhen you enter the building\, someone will greet you to assist you in using the elevator and finding the room location. \n\n\n\nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Mary Frankoff  \n\n\n\nContact: Older & Bolder generic email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-4/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002391-1747069200-1747076400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
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\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \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: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002415-1747074600-1747080000@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/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250506T171413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T171423Z
UID:10002586-1747137600-1747141200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Planning and Implementing 2SLGBTQI Events Amid Rising Hate
DESCRIPTION:Join Egale Canada for a FREE 60-minute webinar ahead of International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). This webinar provides guidance on planning and hosting safer 2SLGBTQI events amid rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate\, along with essential safety tips for attendees. Participants will also learn de-escalation communication techniques to navigate challenging situations effectively.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will be available in English only. This webinar is made possible thanks to the generous support of the LCBO – the Lead Ontario Partner of the Rainbow Action Hub.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/planning-and-implementing-2slgbtqi-events-amid-rising-hate/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/planning-and-implementing-2slgbtqi-events-amid-rising-hate/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="EGALE":MAILTO:info@egale.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10002379-1747155600-1747162800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250509T161148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T161155Z
UID:10002606-1747160100-1747166400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Silent Disco Park Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Do you consider yourself a creative person or a lover of dance? Do you care for the environment through acts of service? Are you curious about new ways to practice mindfulness and play?! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a FREE silent disco park clean up\, where you’ll be able to listen to music with other participants using Bluetooth headphones while clearing McNabb park of litter and trash. Featured channel will be a live DJ set courtesy of DJ Del Pilar. \n\n\n\nNot interested in dancing? Drop by to chat with community volunteers who are passionate about ending plastic pollution and promoting circular economies. \n\n\n\n6:15 pm – 8 pm Tuesday May 13th 2025 – McNabb Park (180 Percy St)Rain date: Wednesday May 14th 2025\, 6:15 pm – 8 pm \n\n\n\nHeadphones\, trash bags\, gloves and a limited number of trash pickers will be provided – Bring water\, comfortable shoes\, and a piece of ID for your headphones deposit! \n\n\n\nAlthough registration is not required\, you can secure your headset by registering through the link below!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/silent-disco-park-cleanup/
LOCATION:McNabb Park\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Centretown Community Association":MAILTO:ccca@centretowncitizens.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002636-1747161000-1747166400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250502T163249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T163304Z
UID:10002565-1747161000-1747168200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paddle & Flicks
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Paddle & Flicks with The Grove! Join us for a fun evening of table tennis / social followed by a movie! The event will take place on Tuesday May 13 2025 at 6:30 at 18 Louisa St #280. \n\n\n\nMasking is required (recommended kn95 or better ) \, non-alcoholic beverages will be available and allowed to be consumed in the space during the movie.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paddle-flicks/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250506T165244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T165254Z
UID:10002583-1747162800-1747170000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:In Our Tongues Asian Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATE ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH WITH US! Join us this upcoming May 2025 for Asian Heritage Month to celebrate as a community! We will be showcasing a line up of stellar artists including Kimmortal\, Shay\, and King Kimbit!!! Scroll down to read their bios then register. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate: May 13th\, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM EST  \n\n\n\nRegister via the button at the bottom of the page\, to attend either… IN-PERSON at Saw Centre (67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada) or online via YouTube live steam (link provided day of via email you registered with) \n\n\n\nOur Artists\n\n\n\nKIMMORTAL \n\n\n\nPolaris-nominated\, multi-disciplinary artist blending hip hop\, theatre\, visual art\, and queer diasporic storytelling to create transformative\, inclusive spaces for marginalized voices. \n\n\n\nKimmortal is renowned for their highly conceptual genre-bending musical explorations and lyrical intricacies. The queer\, non-binary\, filipinx artist flows between singing and rapping; their signature subversive gusto only complemented with a down-to-earth\, human vulnerability. Their 3rd album “Shoebox” (2023) expresses the journey of healing intergenerational trauma and celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Their singles “This Dyke” appear on popular TV series The L Word: Generation Q and “On My Way” appear in Apex Legends Season 19. This past year Kim’s original music production was featured in the TV series Sort Of (out now on HBO\, CBC) and they’re currently writing for another TV Series (TBA). Their music video “Blue and Orange” directed by Aya garcia and co-written by Kimmortal and Tin lorica received the Best Music Video Award at the 2024 Disorient Asian American film festival. They’ve shared stages with Thundercat\, Saul Williams\, Ruby Ibarra\, Superknova\, Saba\, Shad K\, and many more. \n\n\n\nLive – Duo | Live – Band | Video – Blue and Orange | Instagram | Music + Links | Web | Press \n\n\n\nSHAY \n\n\n\nShay Saddiq is a poet with a rich portfolio in Ottawa’s spoken word and performance art scene. Known for her compelling performances in the OG500 competition\, she has graced the stage twice\, first time at 17 years old\, showcasing her skills and stage presence. Her talent has garnered attention beyond the stage\, as evidenced by her interview on Alan Neal’s “All in a Day” and features in various articles highlighting her artistic contributions. Shay has also left her mark in projects like “Pieces Of Us\,” where her creative voice resonates. \n\n\n\nOG500 Performance | Instagram \n\n\n\nKING KIMBIT \n\n\n\nKing Kimbit is a literary Hip-Hop artist born and raised on unceded Algonquin territory (Ottawa)\, passionate about empowering youth\, community care\, and sharing love through writing\, reciting\, and the abolition of punitive\, carceral institutions. King has performed solo and as part of ensembles in music and theatre across Turtle Island\, Jamaica\, and Vietnam. In 2017 King released her debut album Life Lessons Poetically\, a collection of musical poetry in collaboration with artists locally and abroad. She is currently creating her sophomore album\, Healing Trauma From The Projects. Since 2018\, she has teamed up with Jo-Anne Bryan\, Carmelle Cachero\, and Jordan Samonas\, as a writer and the vocalist of their group\, Speaking Vibrations. That year\, King co-founded Cap City Cyphers (CCC)\, a space for rappers and singers to learn and develop improvisational skills and build community. Since then\, CCC has partnered with organizations local and abroad to promote community through music. Her newest release Fk12frfr Pt. II is streamable everywhere.  \n\n\n\nWeb | Lees – a Cinepoem | The Sermon – Hevve x King Kimbit | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Bandcamp
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/in-our-tongues-asian-heritage-month/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250509T155749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T155800Z
UID:10002605-1747162800-1747170000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Bike Club
DESCRIPTION:🚨Ride Announcement!🚨 \n\n\n\nJoin us Tuesday\, May 13th for a ride to Vincent Massey Park! This will be a loop ride\, starting and ending at the Bayview Station (see slides through the link below) at 6:45pm\, leaving at 7. We will then ride to Vincent Massey Park\, chill for a bit there and then return back to Bayview as a group. Your ride home could be dark so please bring your charged bike lights (try the dollar store or bike shop). \n\n\n\nBring a chair\, or a blanket to sit on if you wish. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: \n\n\n\nThis route (13.6km Total) will be on bike paths \n\n\n\nWe will be crossing the canal at Hartwell Locks. There are two steps up to get onto the lock\, a narrow walkway with railings on both sides\, then two steps down. (Ride leaders can help lifting/moving bikes if needed\, just ask us!) \n\n\n\nThe ride will start and end at Bayview with a break at Vincent Massey Park \n\n\n\nAs always this is a no drop ride at a chill pace\, so no one gets left behind! Charge up those lights! \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!! 💖💖🌈🚲
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-bike-club/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Bike Club Ottawa":MAILTO:queerbikeclubottawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T223000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250429T225413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T225428Z
UID:10002561-1747164600-1747175400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stuck in the Middle with Erika Lashbrook
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Night Oat on Gladstone Ave for an acoustic evening of folked-up soulful originals and covers. \n\n\n\nSets at 7:30 pm 9:30 pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stuck-in-the-middle-with-erika-lashbrook/
LOCATION:Oat Couture Oatmeal Cafe\, 750 Gladstone Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250516T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250513T221712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T221721Z
UID:10002630-1747180800-1747439999@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa International Writers Festival
DESCRIPTION:The second half of the Ottawa International Writers Festival Spring Edition is back this week! Here at MAX\, we’re especially interested in Baldwin\, Styron\, and Me. \n\n\n\nAn unlikely literary friendship from the past sheds light on the radicalization of public debate around identity\, race\, and censorship. Peter Schneider sits down with author Mélikah Abdelmoumen\, and translator Catherine Khordoc for a discussion on their acclaimed book\, Baldwin\, Styron\, and Me . \n\n\n\nIn 1961\, James Baldwin spent several months in William Styron’s guest house. The two wrote during the day\, then spent evenings confiding in each other and talking about race in America. During one of those conversations\, Baldwin is said to have convinced his friend to write\, in first person\, the story of the 1831 slave rebellion led by Nat Turner. The Confessions of Nat Turner was published to critical acclaim\, winning the Pulitzer Prize in 1968\, and also creating outrage in part of the African American community. \n\n\n\nDecades later\, the controversy around cultural appropriation\, identity\, and the rights and responsibilities of the writer still resonates. In Baldwin\, Styron\, and Me\, Mélikah Abdelmoumen considers the writers’ surprising yet vital friendship from her standpoint as a racialized woman torn by the often unidimensional versions of her identity put forth by today’s politics and media. Considering questions of identity\, race\, equity\, and the often contentious public debates about these topics\, Abdelmoumen works to create a space where the answers are found by first learning how to listen—even in disagreement. \n\n\n\nGet tickets to this event through the link below! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck out the full lineup here!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-international-writers-festival-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa International Writers Festival":MAILTO:info@writersfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250506T165925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T165936Z
UID:10002584-1747227600-1747233000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HIV/AIDS\, Harm Reduction\, and 2SLGBTQIA+ History
DESCRIPTION:In the early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic\, communities took action where governments failed—creating harm reduction programs to prevent HIV transmission and care for one another. Many of those programs still exist today\, offering life-saving support amid the ongoing drug toxicity crisis. \n\n\n\nNow\, harm reduction services are under threat\, HIV rates are rising\, and politicians are scapegoating people who use drugs. These struggles are deeply connected. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 14 for a webinar with organizers from past and present. Together\, we’ll explore where these movements began\, what was achieved\, and why solidarity between communities is essential to defending health\, dignity\, and justice. \n\n\n\n🗓 May 14\, 2025🕐 1–2:30pm EST | 10–11:30am PST💻 Register through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hiv-aids-harm-reduction-and-2slgbtqia-history/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hiv-aids-harm-reduction-and-2slgbtqia-history/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250506T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T163934Z
UID:10002582-1747332000-1747339200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Junk Journal Club
DESCRIPTION:Our 1st Junk Journal Club is finally here! \n\n\n\nThursday\, May 15th\,  6pm – 8pm \n\n\n\nScrappy scavengers and notable note takers gather round for a night of creating something fun with other junk journal lovers! \n\n\n\nWe’ll have curated junk journal materials to create your next stunning spread. Enjoy 10% off any items you want to use.  \n\n\n\n+ all the necessary supplies like craft scissors\, glue sticks\, markers\, magazines to collage\, assorted papers\, and much more.  \n\n\n\nSpots are limited. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/junk-journal-club/
LOCATION:Milk\, 45 William St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Milk":MAILTO:info@milkshop.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250505T204459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T204543Z
UID:10002576-1747333800-1747339200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans and Gender-Diverse Pathways to Parenthood
DESCRIPTION:🌈 Looking to grow your family? \n\n\n\nJoin us May 15th from 6:30-8:00 PM for Shaping Parenthood! And hear from our panel of trans and gender-diverse parents as they share their unique journeys and offer valuable insights on various pathways to parenthood. \n\n\n\n🔗 Register via the link below!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-and-gender-diverse-pathways-to-parenthood/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-and-gender-diverse-pathways-to-parenthood/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250502T164136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T164209Z
UID:10002566-1747333800-1747341000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Meet & Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday May 15th between 6:30pm – 830pm at the Ottawa Bike Cafe (79 Sparks Street) for a gear swap and social! \n\n\n\nIf you’re like us and have some bike related gear kicking around gathering dust (think an extra reflector\, that extra multi tool you never use\, a previously loved bottle cage\, the biking shirt you no longer like etc) bring it to our swap! It’s not necessary to bring anything\, we will have lots of bike lights and stickers to share from @thebikinglawyer ! 🛞🪛🔨 \n\n\n\nNot a bike gear fan? No problem! Come hangout with some bike-minded queer people\, maybe grab a little drink or snack from our friends @ottawabikecafe who are keeping the cafe open late for us! ☕️🍪 \n\n\n\nEven though this isn’t a bike ride event please still sign our waiver/code of conduct through the link below. While you’re there\, sign up for our email list too!🚲🌈
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/meet-swap/
LOCATION:Ottawa Bike Cafe\, 79 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P5A5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Bike Club Ottawa":MAILTO:queerbikeclubottawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T211244
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001631-1747335600-1747339200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OGRC Weekly Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Thursday evening for our weekly 5 km run\, starting and ending at T’s Pub. We welcome runners of all levels\, with multiple pace groups to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported. Whether you’re looking to push your limits or just enjoy a leisurely jog\, there’s a spot for you in our community. \nAfter the run\, stick around at T’s Pub to unwind with a cold beer and some great company. It’s the perfect way to cap off a run and connect with fellow gay men. No pressure\, just good vibes and good times! \nSee you at 7:00 PM—let’s hit the pavement together!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ogrc-weekly-run/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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