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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T190000
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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/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20241030T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181452Z
UID:10001181-1744918200-1744921800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-5/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250331T211508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T211847Z
UID:10002347-1744920000-1744929000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Shania Twink
DESCRIPTION:An all Queer band from Toronto\, doing pop country and adjacent fierce femme bangers – think Shania Twain\, Sheryl Crow\, Tracy Chapman and others.  \n\n\n\nThey certainly hit hard within Queer spaces\, but their appeal is much broader as well. They’re world class musicians and performers\, including a crossover in members of Dwayne Gretzky\, as well as successful Canadian bands like July Talk\, Bahamas\, and more. \n\n\n\nLicensed 19+ w/ photo ID
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/shania-twink/
LOCATION:Overflow Brewery\, 2477 Kaladar ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V 8B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250409T153515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T153524Z
UID:10002386-1744920000-1744929000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Carnal Canvases
DESCRIPTION:Carnal Canvases: A Live Erotic Art Competition! 🎨 \n\n\n\nStep into a world where passion meets pigment and desire fuels creativity! In this one-of-a-kind event\, talented artists will go stroke-for-stroke in back-to-back intense 40-minute rounds\, creating sensual\, evocative\, and uninhibited works of art right before your eyes. \n\n\n\nThe air will be thick with anticipation as the crowd watches intimate inspiration take form in real time. Audience members will vote on their favorite pieces and the artist with the most votes will be crowned the night’s champion\, taking home a grand prize. There will also be a live auction to give attendees the chance to bid on the artwork created throughout the night\, with all profits going into the hands of the artists. \n\n\n\nExpect an electrifying evening celebrating unfiltered\, erotic artistry! ⚡️ \n\n\n\nDate 📅 : Thursday April 17\, 2025Time ⏰: 8:00 – 10:30 pmLocation📍: Jabberwocky (315 Somerset Street West) \n\n\n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this exclusive event – so act fast to secure a spot!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/carnal-canvases/
LOCATION:Jabberwocky\, 315 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000503-1744920000-1744930800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-04-17/
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:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250417T191538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z
UID:10002459-1744999200-1745006400@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/2025-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250402T125215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T125231Z
UID:10002349-1744999200-1745013600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:QUEERS & BEERS is heading to Queen St. Fare. This time around ~ there will be no DJ ’til later (think after 9) to allow for conversation and networking ~ Old School Queers & Beers! After 9 ~ we will be bringing the dance vibes to finish the early to bed dance party! \n\n\n\nQueers & Beers will be heading to Queen St. Fair for this Indoor event ~ Friday\, April 18th\, 2025 @ 6:00pm \n\n\n\nWe would like to acknowledge and honour 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\nDo you love craft beer? Do you like getting together with your community & meeting new friends? Want to have interesting conversation & 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!The goal is to provide a fun & safer environment for enjoying craft beers & chatting with pals!We will try to prioritize visiting spaces that are accessible!Feedback\, thoughts\, suggestions are welcome! You can shoot us a message anytime!queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\nQueen St. Fare170 Queen Street \n\n\n\nPhysical Accessibility Note: \n\n\n\nQueen St. Fare is an accessible space with automated doors and accessible washrooms.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-4/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250413T191216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T191227Z
UID:10002432-1745002800-1745008200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: Over the Rainbow Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Meet up with other friends and members of the Ottawa Senior Pride Network for this fun meet and greet social event\, with a cash bar. This is a great\, relaxing way to meet new friends over drinks and good conversation. We hope you can join us!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-over-the-rainbow-meet-greet/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250325T151905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T151905Z
UID:10002191-1745006400-1745013600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Up in Smoke!
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a night filled with 420 fun?  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting evening featuring burlesque\, drag performances\, and so much more!  \n\n\n\n🎉 It’s going to be a wild and unforgettable night\, so grab your friends and come on down! Let’s make some memories together!  \n\n\n\nHosted by Maggie Harder  \n\n\n\nPerformances by  \n\n\n\n\nLolo Merlot \n\n\n\nElle Faekwa \n\n\n\nRuby Foxglove \n\n\n\nCanary Quinn \n\n\n\nWoody Fungi \n\n\n\n\nCREATURE FEATURE Harlequin Crow  \n\n\n\ngo-go by Sally Legges & Miss Feirce as Jay & Silent Bob  \n\n\n\nLC: Up in Smoke Burlesque | Drag | Live Music  \n\n\n\nApril 18 | Doors 8pm | Show 9pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/up-in-smoke/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250402T144127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T144141Z
UID:10002356-1745058600-1745078400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:PWYC Portraits
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun and creative afternoon of portraits! Adrienne will be setting up a specific lighting style\, and you will have a 30-minute time slot to get pictures. Within the same week\, Adrienne will send you a proofs gallery for you to select 2 images to edit right away and use for personal promotional\, web and social media! Commercial licensing is not included! \n\n\n\nThis will be happening at the studio located at 18 Louisa Street Ottawa\, Unit 280 (Near the stairs) – not sure how to get here. Check out our video on Instagram! \n\n\n\nPlease only show up for your Timeslot\, not when the event starts 🙂 \n\n\n\nYou are more than welcome to bring a friend partner or family if you would like\, but the time is limited and will end so please be mindful of that. \n\n\n\n*NOTE* You cannot change the lighting style or backdrop. What you see above is what you will be getting!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pwyc-portraits-3/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250325T155511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T155520Z
UID:10002167-1745085600-1745098200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bloom QTBIPOC Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to move at The Grove! This is a night for QTBIPOC joy\, music\, and movement—a space to dance\, connect\, and celebrate together. Pass the Vibes and the Queer Arts & Culture Network are back with another iteration Bloom! \n\n\n\n• Doors open at 6:00 PM \n\n\n\n• DJ sets start at 6:30 PM and go until 9:00 PM \n\n\n\n• KN95 or better masks are required and provided \n\n\n\nDJ Celestial and DJ Molimo will be bringing dance-worthy beats and amazing energy to keep the dance floor alive. Whether you’re here to dance all night or just soak in the vibe\, this space is for you. Come as you are\, move how you want\, and let’s make this a night to remember.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bloom-qtbipoc-dance-party/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000219-1745089200-1745100000@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/2025-04-19/
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:20250419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T010000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250415T214950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T215013Z
UID:10002444-1745092800-1745110800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Lez Go: BIRTHDAY BLISS
DESCRIPTION:Join Lez Go\, Ottawa’s lesbian+ events group\, for Birthday Bliss and celebrate our 3rd birthday with us! Featuring DJ Montana from Montreal & DJ Roxy Sunset\, spinning all of your dance and pop song favourites! \n\n\n\nWomen\, ages 19+\, who identify as lesbian\, trans\, Two-Spirit\, bi\, poly\, pan\, and queer or questioning\, including non binary lesbians are welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQueer Agenda:  \n\n\n\n\n8:00 pm – Doors open\n\n\n\n8:00 pm to 10:00 pm – DJ Roxy Sunset\n\n\n\n10 pm to 1 am – DJ Montana\n\n\n\n\nMore fun: photo backdrop with props\, glow bracelets\, free snacks\, free raffle prize draws\, Flying Solo section\, sponsored tickets available! \n\n\n\nFlying solo?  \n\n\n\nWe’ve got designated tables for you to meet new people! Our Flying Solo section keeps getting bigger and bigger. It’s a very friendly and welcoming group\, so don’t be shy! Feel free to use the name tags on the table.  \n\n\n\nAccessible space with wheelchair accessible bathrooms\, held at ground level.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/lez-go-birthday-bliss/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lez Go":MAILTO:info@lez-go.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250419T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20250417T192858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T192909Z
UID:10002520-1745098200-1745107200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Basement Burlesque
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of entertainment at Swizzles basement bar for Basement Burlesque! Get ready to be dazzled by the seductive performances of talented burlesque artists and variety performers. This April edition\, your host Lolo Merlot takes you through performances by Randi Rouge\, Fenix Caprice\, Patience Plush\, BB Abundance\, and our resident favourite\, Kopy Cat! It’s a feast for the senses\, with cheeky hilarity\, sexy performaces\, and mesmerizing costumes. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the art of burlesque up close and personal. Grab your friends\, dress to impress\, and prepare for a night of unforgettable fun. Get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nDoors at 9pm\, Show at 10pm \n\n\n\nCome early for a good seat! \n\n\n\nNO RESERVATIONS \n\n\n\nNO REFUNDS
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/basement-burlesque/
LOCATION:Swizzles\, 246 Queen Street\,\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040513
CREATED:20241030T172809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182238Z
UID:10001078-1745148600-1745152200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250402T145908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T145917Z
UID:10002357-1745154000-1745168400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Get Ready With Me - Queer Prom Accessories
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about going to Queer Prom put on by @homophono? Do you want a special accessory that is bespoke\, perfectly “you”\, and made by yourself? Come join a bunch of lovely people making different types of accessories\, whether for prom or not. Maybe a bowtie? A fascinator? A hair accessory? Or a boutonnière? \n\n\n\nWe’ll be providing a bunch of crafting materials\, but if you have something special in mind\, feel free to bring the supplies along with you! \n\n\n\nThis is a MASKED EVENT (KN95 or better). It’s also pay what you can\, but we’re asking for $20 to cover the cost of the space and the crafting materials that will be supplied. \n\n\n\nHave questions about the Grove like parking and how to get in? Check out the FAQs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/get-ready-with-me-queer-prom-accessories/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T154000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002151-1745159400-1745163600@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/2025-04-20/
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:20250420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250416T214020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T214039Z
UID:10002445-1745173800-1745188200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: A live show and community pop-up
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Service: A live show and community pop up is happening at Arlington Five this Sunday! Rose-Ingrid and Laura are Youth Group Rejects and they’re bringing the jokes and energy from the pod to A5. Join us for a fun-filled event with poetry\, comedy\, local vendors\, and good vibes. We’re celebrating Season 1 of the pod with our friends and we want you there. Bring your crazy questions and confessions for our interactive portion and come ready to shop for art\, food\, drinks and even a flash tattoo if you’re in the mood. PLUS it’s 420 and Jesus died or something so there’s something to celebrate for everyone. \n\n\n\nDoors Open: 6:30 \n\n\n\nLive Show: 7:30-8:30 \n\n\n\nFeaturing Performances from Olivia Onuk and Barbara Ramirez \n\n\n\nVendors include: \n\n\n\nIsland Vybz (hot food!!) \n\n\n\nShift to Thrift \n\n\n\nInBloom/Olivia Onuk \n\n\n\nYinkore \n\n\n\nPlus flash tattoos with a professional artist and prizes from Gongfu Bao and Venus Envy. \n\n\n\nPull up solo or roll yourself a big one with the crew and bring the vibes. We can’t wait to see you! \n\n\n\nTickets are limited and will be 15.00 at the door. Get em while you can.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-service-a-live-show-and-community-pop-up/
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Group Rejects":MAILTO:youthgrouprejects@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250420T230000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000504-1745179200-1745190000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-04-20/
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:20250421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002388-1745254800-1745262000@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/2025-04-21/
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:20250421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20241030T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182001Z
UID:10001104-1745260200-1745263800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-2/2025-04-21/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002412-1745260200-1745265600@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/2025-04-21/
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:20250422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10002377-1745341200-1745348400@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-4/2025-04-22/
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:20250422T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250422T194500
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20241030T173807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181759Z
UID:10001130-1745347500-1745351100@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-3/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:YMCA – Argyle\, 181 Argyle Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250207T230326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T023251Z
UID:10001917-1745427600-1745445600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: Oz-Some Noodle Night
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to an OZ-SOME Night Out! Step into the Land of Oz for a night filled with magic\, laughter\, and delicious food at “OZ-SOME Noodle Night”\, a fabulous event for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. \n• Cocktail Hour (5pm—6pm): Sip\, mingle\, and channel your inner Glinda—because being “Popular” is a must!• Pasta Buffet & Dessert (6pm—7pm): Twirl your noodles and indulge in a Wicked-inspired chocolate cake that’s simply defying gravity!• Screening of “Wicked” (7:15pm—10:00pm): Immerse yourself in the iconic story and let the magic take you away! \nTickets: Just $20 per person! Visit The Good Companions Centre in person to purchase or call 613-236-0428! Whether you’re channelling your inner Elphaba or Glinda\, this enchanting evening is for YOU. \nCelebrate with us\, make memories\, and let’s paint the Emerald City green! Don’t miss this Wicked-good time—grab your tickets now!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-oz-some-noodle-night/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250416T220745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T220759Z
UID:10002447-1745431200-1745438400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Zine Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you thrilled about the idea of expressing yourself through art? Join us for a fun and creative Queer Zine Making event! Come together with fellow artists and creators to make unique zines that celebrate queer culture and identity. No prior experience required\, just bring your enthusiasm! Let’s make some cool zines and enjoy an afternoon of creativity and community. Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and spread the word!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-zine-club/
LOCATION:Eyes Open Studio\, 340 Gladstone Avenue #Unit 302 Ottawa\, ON\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Eyes Open Studio":MAILTO:myeyesareopenstudio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20241030T174132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181623Z
UID:10001156-1745433000-1745436600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-4/2025-04-23/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250225T023754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T024145Z
UID:10001962-1745506800-1745517600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Free Haircuts
DESCRIPTION:Biweekly\, free community haircuts at the MAX office! Each slot is half an hour. Service provided in English and French. \n\n\n\nAdvanced booking is required. Please call +1 343-307-0494 to be slotted in.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/free-haircuts-3/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250423T154540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T154548Z
UID:10002531-1745515800-1745521200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Criminalized Lives: HIV and Legal Violence
DESCRIPTION:Author Meets Readers | Criminalized Lives: HIV and Legal Violence \n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\nCanada has been known as a hot spot for HIV criminalization where the act of not disclosing one’s HIV-positive status to sex partners has historically been regarded as a serious criminal offence. Criminalized Lives describes how this approach has disproportionately harmed the poor\, Black and Indigenous people\, gay men\, and women in Canada. In this book\, people who have been criminally accused of not disclosing their HIV-positive status\, detail the many complexities of disclosure\, and the violence that results from being criminalized.   Accompanied by portraits from artist Eric Kostiuk Williams\, the profiles examine whether the criminal legal system is really prepared to handle the nuances and ethical dilemmas faced everyday by people living with HIV. By offering personal stories of people who have faced criminalization first-hand\, Alexander McClelland questions common assumptions about HIV\, the role of punishment\, and the violence that results from the criminal legal system’s legacy of categorizing people as either victims or perpetrators.  \n\n\n\nAbout the Authors\n\n\n\nAlexander McClelland is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Criminology\, Carleton University. He is the author of Criminalized Lives: HIV and Legal Violence\, released in 2024\, from the Q+ Public Series at Rutgers University Press\, which includes illustrations from queer comic artist\, Eric Kostiuk Williams\, with a foreword from US-based HIV activist and movement leader\, Robert Suttle. The book examines the histories and experiences of people living with HIV in Canada who had been criminalized due to allegations of HIV non-disclosure\, and it also chronicles the vibrant and vocal social movement calling for justice\, and change\, under the slogan #HIVISNOTACRIME. \n\n\n\nEric Kostiuk Williams is a cartoonist and illustrator based in Toronto\, Canada. He has several comics publications\, including 2AM Eternal and Our Wretched Town Hall. \n\n\n\nAbout the Panelists\n\n\n\nLara Karaian is an Associate Professor in the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Carleton University. Her research examines the intersections between sexuality\, technology\, representation\, affect\, and law. Her current SSHRC funded research\, titled “Sex/Crime in the Era of Immersive\, Interactive\, and Intelligent Technologies\,” examines the relationship between emerging sexual technologies and legal constructions of ‘sex crime’. Dr. Karaian serves on the editorial board of the journal Porn Studies. Her research has been published in an array of peer-reviewed legal\, sexuality\, and criminology journals and edited collections. Dr. Karaian is currently writing a sole-authored manuscript on deepfake pornography panics. \n\n\n\nRyan Conrad is an Adjunct Research Professor at the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation at Carleton University where he also teaches in the Human Rights & Social Justice program. Ryan is an artist\, and cultural studies scholar whose research\, teaching\, and cultural production interests in the study of sexuality include queer studies\, queer of colour critique\, affect theory\, archival practices\, film and media\, HIV/AIDS\, sex work\, migration\, and social movement history. Conrad’s current SSHRC funded research project titled Sex Worker Self-Authoring in the Canadian Women’s Movement Archive explores the holdings of the CWMA housed in the Archives and Special Collections at the University of Ottawa. The project will locate and animate written and visual materials produced by sex workers and the sex workers’ rights movement in Canada from 1977-1992.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/criminalized-lives-hiv-and-legal-violence/
LOCATION:Irene’s Pub\, 885 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T040514
CREATED:20250106T153415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T153420Z
UID:10001574-1745517600-1745528400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Biweekly board game night. Bringing friends and your own games are encouraged. The Library’s game collection can be found here.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/board-game-night-2/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Regular programming,Social
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