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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T143000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000554-1760299200-1760310000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-10-12/
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:20251013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10003516-1760380200-1760385600@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/2025-10-13/
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:20251014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20251001T175912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T175922Z
UID:10003562-1760446800-1760450400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Write the story only you can tell. Join a supportive writing group designed to help you find the words for the life stories you haven’t found a way to tell. Facilitated by Jeremiah Bartram\, who has extensive training and experience as a writer and playwright. Inspired by the Writers’ Collective of Canada’s proven methodology. We will blend warm -up exercises\, creative prompts\, and reflective group discussion to get the writing flowing. This is not a therapy group – but personal wiring is powerful. The goal here is craft\, clarity\, and courage. Rough rafts are expected and welcome.  \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:  \n\n\n\n\nSmall group setting (Max. 10 participants) \n\n\n\nWarm-up writing and group intros \n\n\n\nRound table sharing tell the story you want to write \n\n\n\nSupportive feedback; what resonates\, what needs clarity \n\n\n\nChoose your prompt and write for 10 minutes \n\n\n\nOptional sharing and group reflection \n\n\n\n\nEvery voice matters\, every draft is a beginning  \n\n\n\nNo experience required – just the willingness to begin  \n\n\n\nThe group will meet biweekly\, max. duration is two hours\, break included  \n\n\n\nRegister with our 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator Sarah Rea: srea@thegoodcompanions.ca  \n\n\n\nJeremiah Bartram: Queer Catholic Artist & Writer https://www.jeremiahbartram.com/
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/creative-writing-workshop/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002658-1760466600-1760472000@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/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20250603T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161833Z
UID:10003451-1760549400-1760554800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042343
CREATED:20250925T202030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T202039Z
UID:10003531-1760554800-1760562000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Munro Beattie Lecture with Ivan Coyote
DESCRIPTION:The Office of the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Department of English Language and Literature invite you to join us for the 2025-2026 Munro Beattie Lecture\, “And Then This One Time: Sweet Stories for Hard Times”. Because sometimes we all just need a good crylaugh. Join writer and storyteller Ivan Coyote for a round of storytelling to call upon the joy in our queer lives and celebrate the strength and bravery it takes to live real life as a trans person right now. Bring your best hankie. \n\n\n\nIt will take place at 7pm on October 15 at the Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre. No registration is required. \n\n\n\nIvan Coyote is a writer and storyteller. Born and raised in Whitehorse\, Yukon\, they are the author of thirteen books\, the creator of four films\, six stage shows\, and three albums that combine storytelling with music. Coyote’s books have won the ReLit Award\, been named a Stonewall Honour Book\, been longlisted for Canada Reads\, and been shortlisted for the Hilary Weston Prize for non-fiction and the Governor General’s award for non-fiction twice. In 2017 Ivan was given an honorary Doctor of Laws from Simon Fraser University\, and in 2023 they received the first Honorary Doctor of Arts ever bestowed on anyone by Yukon University. They have toured public schools solo around the world for 20 years now\, using the power of a personal story to fight bullying and make schools safer for students\, staff and parents. Ivan has spent more than 30 years on the road as an international touring storyteller and musician. Coyote’s stories grapple with the complex and intensely personal topics of gender identity\, family\, class\, and queer liberation\, but always with a generous heart\, and a quick wit. Ivan’s stories manage to handle both the hilarious and the heartbreaking with reverence and compassion\, and remind us all of our own fallible and imperfect humanity\, while at the same time inspiring us to change the world. Ivan’s 13th book\, Care Of\, was released in June 2021 by McClelland and Stewart.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/munro-beattie-lecture-with-ivan-coyote/
LOCATION:Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre\, 335 Cooper St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P0G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250911T010033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T010043Z
UID:10003458-1760635800-1760639400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:QCL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:QCL is starting a book club! If you’d like to join\, send an email to qclbookclub@gmail.com! Walk-ins are welcome if the space allows. We’ll be meeting at the Perth Library in the first floor common room.  \n\n\n\n2025 Schedule and Reading List \n\n\n\nSeptember 18: Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta \n\n\n\nOctober 16: First Time for Everything by Henry Fry \n\n\n\nNovember 13: Jonny Appleseed by Joshua Whitehead
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/qcl-book-club/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Perth & District Union Public Library\, 30 Herriott St.\, Perth\, Ontario\, K7H 1T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lanark,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Connection Lanark":MAILTO:qclanark@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001653-1760641200-1760644800@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/2025-10-16/
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:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T201000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250602T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193339Z
UID:10002869-1760641200-1760645400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men In Recovery
DESCRIPTION:A weekly hybrid narcotics anonymous group for gay men.  \n\n\n\nTo access the Zoom link\, click the link below\, select Thursday\, and scroll down to “Gay Men In Recovery.” To enter the building\, ring the intercom doorbell on the left side of the main doors if they are locked and a member will let you in. \n\n\n\nMeeting formats and accessibility: \n\n\n\n\nThis meeting is closed to non-addicts. You should attend only if you believe that you may have a problem with substance abuse.\n\n\n\nThis meeting invites participation by all attendees.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is focused on the needs of gay\, lesbian and transgender members of NA.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is meant to be attended by men only.\n\n\n\nThis meeting is wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nMeetings virtually and in person.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-men-in-recovery/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251001T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T171454Z
UID:10003556-1760641200-1760653800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Iron Cabaret Presents: Angels and Demons
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is a special time of the year when the Iron Cabaret gets together and celebrates all the things that go Bump in the Night. Whether it is soaring aerials\, titillating pole dance\, sultry burlesque or thrilling Heels Dance\, prepare to have your breath taken and your mind blown. \n\n\n\nThis Halloween\, step into a world where heaven and hell collide. “Angels & Demons” is The Iron Cabaret’s most decadent and daring show yet—a night of divine seduction and devilish delight.   \n\n\n\nWhether you crave the light or long for the dark\, this night is your invitation to indulge in both. Our performers will tempt\, tease\, and transform\, blurring the line between the wicked and the holy.  \n\n\n\nDare to enter? Good. Because some angels fall—and some demons rise.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The Gladstone Theater is fully accessible for those with mobility considerations. \n\n\n\nViewer Discretion Disclaimer: This is an adult Halloween show. There will be simulated blood\, gore\, etc. There will also certainly be scenes of violence. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-iron-cabaret-presents-angels-and-demons/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Gladstone Theatre\, 910 Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Sex positive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000555-1760644800-1760655600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002748-1760720400-1760727600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
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-womens-run/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
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:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250924T213200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213206Z
UID:10003509-1760725800-1760733000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Groupe de soutien par et pour les personnes trans et non-binaires (16+) en présentiel
DESCRIPTION:Trans Outaouais offre son groupe de soutien en présentiel pour les membres de la communauté trans et ses allié·es\, ainsi que personnes en questionnement de 16 ans et plus mensuellement. \n\n\n\nRejoignez-nous pour des discussions enrichissantes tous les 3e vendredi du mois de 18h30 à 20h30\, à la 🏠Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson\, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies\, Gatineau\, QC\, pour une chance de partager nos expériences\, de poser nos questions et de s’offrir une écoute bienveillante entre nous.✨ \n\n\n\nVenez seul.e ou accompagné·e d’une personne rencontrer des membres de la communauté de la diversité de genre en Outaouais. \n\n\n\nLe déroulement des groupes (en personne et virtuel) : \n\n\n\n\nTour de table pour se présenter (participation obligatoire)\n\n\n\nPrésentation du groupe (qui est Trans Outaouais\, quel est l’objectif du groupe\, reconnaissance des territoires)\n\n\n\nRègles de bon fonctionnement (confidentialité\, besoins d’accessibilité\, règlements\, info sur le local/sur le fonctionnement de Zoom)\n\n\n\nPartage sur le sujet au choix des participant·es ou suggéré par l’animateurice (participation optionnelle\, mais encouragée). Pause de 10 minutes après 30 minutes.\n\n\n\n« Check-in » avant la fin du groupe (participation optionnelle)\n\n\n\nAnnonces (messages de Trans Outaouais\, événements à venir\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFin du groupe.\n\n\n\n\nÀ propos de l’animation : \n\n\n\nStéph Meunier (iel/ellui\, il/lui\, elle) anime des groupes de soutien et des ateliers pour la communauté 2SLGBTQIA+ depuis plus de 10 ans. Iel anime le groupe trans 16 ans + de Trans Outaouais depuis 2024 et a travaillé avec l’organisme alors qu’iel travaillait chez Jeunesse Idem comme intervenant·e. Son approche est ancrée dans l’anti-oppression et la justice sociale. Son animation vise à encourager l’empowerment des participant·es et à cultiver l’entraide et un sens d’appartenance à la communauté que l’on construit ensemble. Au quotidien\, Stéph aime chanter avec des ami·es\, nager\, faire de l’art et vivre en coop d’habitation.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/groupe-de-soutien-par-et-pour-les-personnes-trans-et-non-binaires-16-en-presentiel/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Maison Communautaire Daniel-Johnson\, 22 Rue Arthur-Buies\, Gatineau\, Quebec\, J8Z 1P5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,En français,Outaouais,Quebec,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Trans Outaouais":MAILTO:info@transoutaouais.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250729T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161434Z
UID:10003448-1760727600-1760738400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY: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\, from 7-10pm\, 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/over-the-rainbow-meet-greet/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251001T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T171454Z
UID:10003557-1760727600-1760740200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Iron Cabaret Presents: Angels and Demons
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is a special time of the year when the Iron Cabaret gets together and celebrates all the things that go Bump in the Night. Whether it is soaring aerials\, titillating pole dance\, sultry burlesque or thrilling Heels Dance\, prepare to have your breath taken and your mind blown. \n\n\n\nThis Halloween\, step into a world where heaven and hell collide. “Angels & Demons” is The Iron Cabaret’s most decadent and daring show yet—a night of divine seduction and devilish delight.   \n\n\n\nWhether you crave the light or long for the dark\, this night is your invitation to indulge in both. Our performers will tempt\, tease\, and transform\, blurring the line between the wicked and the holy.  \n\n\n\nDare to enter? Good. Because some angels fall—and some demons rise.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The Gladstone Theater is fully accessible for those with mobility considerations. \n\n\n\nViewer Discretion Disclaimer: This is an adult Halloween show. There will be simulated blood\, gore\, etc. There will also certainly be scenes of violence. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-iron-cabaret-presents-angels-and-demons/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Gladstone Theatre\, 910 Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Sex positive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T020000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251001T172958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T173015Z
UID:10003560-1760738400-1760752800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Korruption 2
DESCRIPTION:Licensed Bar\, Live Erotic Aerial Silks Show\, Live DJ: JC Simon\, Rope bondage and flogging demonstrations\, VIP Loft Lounge\, Puppy Play Room\, showers\, Leather goods for sale and more.  \n\n\n\nFULLY accessible\, elevators and washrooms\, both floors\, leather\, fetish and sex encouraging space for MSM 19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/korruption-2/
LOCATION:Probe Ottawa\, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Sex positive
ORGANIZER;CN="Illuminaughty Play Parties":MAILTO:Thierrypapineau@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002778-1760778000-1760787000@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-2/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
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\n🌧️ 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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251014T193304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T193311Z
UID:10003584-1760792400-1760806800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:BANNED!
DESCRIPTION:1:00-3:00PM: Battle Jackets / Crafts Drop-In \n\n\n\nCustomize patches and buttons to your battle jackets or bring your own project. Express yourself\, no rules attached. (Bring your own base clothing item to customize) \n\n\n\n3:00-4:00PM: ‘Voices That Won’t Be Banned’ Community Arts Project   \n\n\n\nJoin our community arts project! Create posters/collages/zines that amplify stories and truths that refuse to be silenced. Projects made during this time will be added to an online archive to share. \n\n\n\n4:00-5:00PM: Feura Unplugged and Wrap Up \n\n\n\nClose the day with group reflections and an unplugged set by Feura brought to you by Toronto Music Gals Network – raw songs of resistance and self-expression \n\n\n\nSpace is very limited for this event so be sure to RSVP if you want to come! Those who RSVP will be given priority entry
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/banned/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Live music,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000245-1760814000-1760824800@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/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251001T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T171454Z
UID:10003558-1760814000-1760826600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:The Iron Cabaret Presents: Angels and Demons
DESCRIPTION:Halloween is a special time of the year when the Iron Cabaret gets together and celebrates all the things that go Bump in the Night. Whether it is soaring aerials\, titillating pole dance\, sultry burlesque or thrilling Heels Dance\, prepare to have your breath taken and your mind blown. \n\n\n\nThis Halloween\, step into a world where heaven and hell collide. “Angels & Demons” is The Iron Cabaret’s most decadent and daring show yet—a night of divine seduction and devilish delight.   \n\n\n\nWhether you crave the light or long for the dark\, this night is your invitation to indulge in both. Our performers will tempt\, tease\, and transform\, blurring the line between the wicked and the holy.  \n\n\n\nDare to enter? Good. Because some angels fall—and some demons rise.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility: The Gladstone Theater is fully accessible for those with mobility considerations. \n\n\n\nViewer Discretion Disclaimer: This is an adult Halloween show. There will be simulated blood\, gore\, etc. There will also certainly be scenes of violence. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-iron-cabaret-presents-angels-and-demons/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Gladstone Theatre\, 910 Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Sex positive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251014T192344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T192352Z
UID:10003583-1760881500-1760889600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers at the Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Meetup date & time:Sunday\, October 19th at 1:45pm. The walk will start at 2pm. \n\n\n\nMeetup location:We will walk around the Dominion Arboretum. At 1:45pm\, there will be a group waiting in front of the naval base near the Naval Reserve Monument/Memorial (the large anchor). This location is quite close to the Line 2 LRT (Dows Lake stop) and the 85 Lees/Bayshore bus stops. The public washroom in the Dows Lake Pavillion is nearby. Please reach out if you need clarification on the meetup location. \n\n\n\nRegistration:We will reschedule in the event of moderate to heavy rain. Register on Eventbrite to be notified about changes\, or check this page before leaving. \n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes:If you’re unsure whether this walk will be accessible to you\, please inform us of your accessibility needs. Many of the paths are wide and paved\, but some are gravel paths. Many paths are sloped as the Arboretum is on a hill. There are several benches along the paths to stop and take a break. Dogs on leashes are allowed.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-at-the-arboretum/
LOCATION:Dominion Arboretum\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Queer Lifting Club":MAILTO:queerliftingclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T154000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003299-1760884200-1760888400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000556-1760904000-1760914800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20251020T134615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T134621Z
UID:10003585-1760983200-1760992200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:CANFAR Ottawa Legacy Project – STILL HERE Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the premiere of CANFAR’s first documentary short\, Still Here – A Portrait of HIV & Aging\, at Cineplex Lansdowne & VIP on Monday\, October 20\, 2025. This documentary features the first-hand lived experiences of Billy Newton-Davis\, Jade Elektra\, and Trevor Stratton – all of whom have been living with HIV for over 35 years.  \n\n\n\nTime: Reception at 6pm\, Screening at 7pm  \n\n\n\nLocation: Cineplex Cinemas Lansdowne & VIP (325 Marché Way\, Unit 107)  \n\n\n\nAccess to VIP theatres is restricted to individuals who are legal drinking age. This location is wheelchair accessible\, and equipped with assisted listening devices.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/canfar-ottawa-legacy-project-still-here-screening/
LOCATION:Cineplex Cinemas Lansdowne and VIP\, 325 Marché Way Unit 107\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 5V1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Film,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042344
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10003517-1760985000-1760990400@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/2025-10-20/
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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