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SUMMARY:Spectrum (YSB)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nJoin Spectrum on Instagram \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Thursday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nHow to access the program\n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Kate PoirierEmail: kpoirier@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum-ysb-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T183000
DTSTAMP:20260803T204717Z
CREATED:20260803T204638Z
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UID:10005454-1787850000-1787855400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Politics and Protests of Ottawa / Movements et Manifestations 2ELGBTQIA+ D'Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:(Le texte en français suit)Join drag king Morgan Mercury and special guests to learn about the politics and protests for the human rights of 2-Spirit\, lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, trans*\, intersex and asexual identities in Ottawa’s past + present. This 1 hour tour will cover about 1.5km on downtown Ottawa city streets in what is designated as Ottawa’s Gay Village (Bank St/Somerset St W). \n\n\n\n5-6 pm tours will be in French\, 7-8 pm tours will be in English. Tours will take place on sidewalks along busy city main streets and quiet city side streets\, with at least one designated washroom stop and options to sit at at least half of the stops. ASL interpretation upon request. Pets allowed (dogs on leash). Tour is recommended for ages 13+ but all ages welcome. Tours will discuss violence against 2SLGBTQIA+ people. \n\n\n\nCancellation PolicyFor full refund\, must cancel within 24 hours.Tickets to alternative tour dates can be offered if you miss a tour time you had signed up for / had been cancelled due to weather / guide sickness.Guide will cancel tour at least 2 hours before scheduled tour time if they are sick\, if the temperature is above 30 degrees Celsius\, below -15 degrees Celsius\, significant winds (more than 30km/h)\, there is bad air quality (over 4 on the air quality scale)\, or a threat of thunderstorm / freezing rain / tornado. \n\n\n\nWant to know more about the tour content\, accessibility options and/or which cowboy hat to wear? Email your tour guide Morgan Mercury at fairycowboytours@gmail.com! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRejoignez le drag king Morgan Mercury et des invités spéciaux pour découvrir les movements et manifestations lors des luttes pour les droits humaines des personnes 2-Esprits\, lesbiennes\, gais\, bisexuelles\, trans*\, intersexuées et asexuées\, hier et aujourd’hui\, à Ottawa. Cette visite guidée d’une heure vous fera parcourir environ 1\,5 km dans les rues du centre-ville d’Ottawa\, dans le quartier connu sous le nom de « Gay Village » d’Ottawa (rue Bank et rue Somerset Ouest). \n\n\n\nLes visites de 17 h à 18 h se dérouleront en français\, celles de 19 h à 20 h en anglais. Les visites se dérouleront sur les trottoirs le long des rues principales bruyants et des rues secondaires tranquilles de la ville\, avec au moins un arrêt prévu pour aller aux toilettes et la possibilité de s’asseoir à au moins la moitié des arrêts. Interprétation en langue des signes américaine (ASL) offerte sur demande. Animaux de compagnie admis (chiens tenus en laisse). La visite est recommandée pour les personnes âgées de 13 ans et plus\, mais tous les âges sont les bienvenus. Les visites aborderont le thème de la violence envers les personnes 2ELGBTQIA+. \n\n\n\nPolitique d’annulationPour obtenir un remboursement complet\, l’annulation doit être effectuée dans les 24 heures.Des billets pour d’autres dates de visite peuvent vous être proposés si vous manquez l’heure de visite à laquelle vous vous étiez inscrit ou si celle-ci a été annulée en raison des conditions météorologiques ou de la maladie du guide.Le guide annulera la visite au moins 2 heures avant l’heure prévue s’iel est malade\, si la température est supérieure à 30 degrés Celsius ou inférieure à -15 degrés Celsius\, en cas de vents violents (plus de 30 km/h)\, si la qualité de l’air est mauvaise (plus de 4 sur l’échelle de qualité de l’air)\, ou en cas de risque d’orage\, de pluie verglaçante ou de tornade. \n\n\n\nVous souhaitez en savoir plus sur le contenu de la visite\, les options d’accessibilité et/ou quel chapeau de cow-boy porter? Envoyez un courriel à votre guide Morgan Mercury à l’adresse fairycowboytours@gmail.com!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/2slgbtqia-politics-and-protests-of-ottawa-movements-et-manifestations-2elgbtqia-dottawa/2026-08-27/1/
LOCATION:Dundonald Park\, 516 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Mercury":MAILTO:fairycowboytours@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
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UID:10005301-1787823000-1787833800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T100000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001547Z
CREATED:20260811T001543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001547Z
UID:10005489-1787817600-1787824800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Community Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Capital Pride and Operation Come Home for a lovely free breakfast! Community members are invited to come enjoy community\, conversation and connect with local services.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/community-breakfast/
LOCATION:Dundonald Park\, 516 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Outdoors,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260810T025052Z
CREATED:20260810T025002Z
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UID:10005479-1787778000-1787781600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Euphoria: A Pretty Gay Goose Play
DESCRIPTION:Euphoria: A Pretty Gay Goose Play by The Lighter Touch Art Collective – Ottawa Fringe Festival \n\n\n\nExperience the history of queer resistance like never before! Honk your heart out with three queer geese at the gay club and PrEP for a protest after it becomes illegal to touch grass. \n\n\n\nJoin the flock and learn about the notwithstanding clause\, building community\, and maybe even do a little arson. \n\n\n\nFeaturing your very own mayor and anime dog girl: Bark Sutcliffe.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/euphoria-a-pretty-gay-goose-play/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195941Z
CREATED:20260803T195858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T195941Z
UID:10005444-1787774400-1787781600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Photo Play Day - Goth edition
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a creative evening at The Grove Studio on August 26th\, 2026\, to try out the studio! Whether you’re a professional or just starting out\, this is the perfect chance to see how to bring your vision to life using our space. The bonus? Meet other photographers and creatives and learn from each other! \n\n\n\nDrop in anytime during your selected time slot and play with our two sets! Models are also invited! \n\n\n\nWhich session should I pick? \n\n\n\nWe have set up two sessions. Pick the one that suits you best and drop in anytime during that session! \n\n\n\n\n6pm – 8pm mask mandatory\n\n\n\n8pm – 10pm mask encouraged/optional\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring if I’m a photographer? \n\n\n\nAll you need to bring is your own camera! If you have your own transmitters and receivers for flash\, bring those too (but don’t sweat if you don’t have these!). \n\n\n\nWhat to bring if I’m a model? \n\n\n\nBring/wear clothing that you feel comfortable with or that you want to show off in. Avoid stripes and overly complicated patterns. \n\n\n\nWhat will be provided? \n\n\n\n\nTwo backdrops with different lighting/ colour moods\n\n\n\nStandard model release agreements for you to use\n\n\n\nA changing tent\n\n\n\n\nThe Fine Print \n\n\n\nPhotographers will be asked to share your choice of photos with the model(s). Please discuss what you are comfortable before starting your session! Models will be asked to sign a model release form – this protects all parties and sets out the terms of how the photos can be used by either model or photographer.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/photo-play-day-goth-edition/2026-08-26/2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260810T024724Z
CREATED:20260810T024721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T024724Z
UID:10005478-1787772600-1787776200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Argile Verte - Festival Fringe
DESCRIPTION:Argile Verte par Corinne Viau et le Red Beret Theatre \n\n\n\nLa piece est en français avec des soutitres en anglais. \n\n\n\n*The show is in French with English subtitles* \n\n\n\nSarah vient de perdre sa mère. A doit r’tourner dans son patelin pour faire face à ses revenants. Un conte fantastique inspiré par les couchers d’soleil su’l fleuve Saint-Laurent avec un accent pogné entre le Bas-Saint-Laurent\, la Gaspésie pis Ottawa. Raconté ak une guitare acoustique pis des surtitres en anglais. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/argile-verte-festival-fringe/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T203000
DTSTAMP:20260730T224649Z
CREATED:20260730T224619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T224649Z
UID:10005439-1787769000-1787776200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Keeping It 100
DESCRIPTION:Create and celebrate – Make your Pride poster with MAX \n\n\n\nThe Pride Parade is coming up fast. Join us this K1 session as we get Pride-ready by designing our own creative and colourful posters to carry at the parade. \n\n\n\nCome have fun\, express yourself\, and connect with our community. \n\n\n\nRSVP to let us know you’re coming. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes \n\n\n\n\nOur building and office are wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nThere is a gender neutral washroom on our floor.\n\n\n\nIf you arrive after 6:30pm\, the doors and elevator will be locked — please press the MAX buzzer or call 613-701-6555 / 343-307-0494 (also available on WhatsApp).\n\n\n\nSeating available throughout the session.\n\n\n\nQuiet participation welcome.\n\n\n\nSigned up for a session but can’t make it? Have specific accessibility needs or questions? Send us an email to a.wilson@maxottawa.ca.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/keeping-it-100-4/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260217T221748Z
CREATED:20260217T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T221748Z
UID:10004755-1787769000-1787774400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) Monthly Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Transform Gender Collective (TGC) is a support and discussion group for transmasculine and masculine-of-center Black\, indigenous\, and people of color (BIPOC) to learn about transformative justice\, unlearn toxic gendered behaviors\, and imagine what masculinity could look like outside of the gender binary.  \n\n\n\nDuring our virtual meetings\, we will dive deep into the framework of transformative justice (TJ) and how we can apply it to our everyday lives\, create a community of support for one another\, and share our personal stories of coming into our genders. Our ultimate goal is to move the group towards a closed community accountability space where we can practice robust transformative justice as we heal and grow in our masculinities together.  \n\n\n\nTGC is open to any Black\, Indigenous\, and/or person of color (BIPOC) who identifies as transmasculine or masculine-of-center\, regardless of gender identity.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that white-passing BIPOC reflect on their privilege and the way they are racialized. At TGC\, we discuss our gendered experiences as people that are racialized as Black or brown in the world. Please choose whether to attend our meetings based on these reflections.   \n\n\n\nOur virtual monthly meetings are held over Zoom and take place on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8PM EST. Register below to receive the link!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transform-gender-collective-tgc-monthly-meetings/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001936Z
CREATED:20260811T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001936Z
UID:10005490-1787767200-1787778000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Board Games Night with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening of board games with OSPN and the Ottawa Trans Library. Open to all trans folks and allies.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/board-games-night-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001343Z
CREATED:20260811T001340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001343Z
UID:10005488-1787767200-1787774400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:EU Human Rights Panel
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2026 Capital Pride Human Rights Panel! Presented by the European Union to Canada and Capital Pride. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging discussion on the topic of Inclusion in Sports. In partnership with the European Union\, through its Delegation to Canada\, our panel of experts include perspectives from around the world to discuss the importance of a collective approach to addressing and dismantling systemic oppression and discrimination faced by the 2SLGBTQ+ community through a discussion of queer inclusion in sports. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and be part of the change. Together\, we can celebrate diversity and build a more inclusive world in sports and beyond. \n\n\n\nWe hope to see you there\, in person or online!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/eu-human-rights-panel/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195941Z
CREATED:20260803T195858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T195941Z
UID:10005443-1787767200-1787774400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Photo Play Day - Goth edition
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a creative evening at The Grove Studio on August 26th\, 2026\, to try out the studio! Whether you’re a professional or just starting out\, this is the perfect chance to see how to bring your vision to life using our space. The bonus? Meet other photographers and creatives and learn from each other! \n\n\n\nDrop in anytime during your selected time slot and play with our two sets! Models are also invited! \n\n\n\nWhich session should I pick? \n\n\n\nWe have set up two sessions. Pick the one that suits you best and drop in anytime during that session! \n\n\n\n\n6pm – 8pm mask mandatory\n\n\n\n8pm – 10pm mask encouraged/optional\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring if I’m a photographer? \n\n\n\nAll you need to bring is your own camera! If you have your own transmitters and receivers for flash\, bring those too (but don’t sweat if you don’t have these!). \n\n\n\nWhat to bring if I’m a model? \n\n\n\nBring/wear clothing that you feel comfortable with or that you want to show off in. Avoid stripes and overly complicated patterns. \n\n\n\nWhat will be provided? \n\n\n\n\nTwo backdrops with different lighting/ colour moods\n\n\n\nStandard model release agreements for you to use\n\n\n\nA changing tent\n\n\n\n\nThe Fine Print \n\n\n\nPhotographers will be asked to share your choice of photos with the model(s). Please discuss what you are comfortable before starting your session! Models will be asked to sign a model release form – this protects all parties and sets out the terms of how the photos can be used by either model or photographer.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/photo-play-day-goth-edition/2026-08-26/1/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260810T024412Z
CREATED:20260810T024255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T024412Z
UID:10005477-1787767200-1787770800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Disarranged Marriage - Fringe Festival
DESCRIPTION:Disarranged Marriage written and directed by Jocelyn Deng – Ottawa Fringe Festival \n\n\n\nRory is content with his life – engaged to a runaway scholar (she doesn’t know)\, his parents no longer bother him with blind dates and he doesn’t actually have to deal with a pesky fiancée. Serenade’s unexpected return makes plans go awry. The two must face aspects of their respective lives they’d rather forget. Disarranged Marriage is about a certain type of loneliness\, the nagging feeling of inadequacy. Created by a queer 2nd generation Chinese-Canadian\, performed by a queer and/or POC cast & crew\, we invite you to a world unashamed of its flaws and made with love. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/disarranged-marriage-fringe-festival/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T000456Z
CREATED:20260811T000450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T000456Z
UID:10005485-1787763600-1787778000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Night at the Park
DESCRIPTION:happy pride ottawans!!! in celebration of and preparation for pride\, we’ll be making a banner and signs for the upcoming trans march 🏳️‍⚧️ come hang out at the park with us! \n\n\n\ndrop by major’s hill park anytime between 5 and 9 pm on wednesday\, august 26th. we’ll have materials to make a banner and signs. you’re welcome to bring your own crafts as well. feel free to bring a blanket and snacks to share too 🧺 exact location will be posted on instagram and partiful on the day of. looking forward to seeing you! reach out if you have any questions <3 \n\n\n\n❣️the 2026 trans march starts at 6 pm\, august 28th\, on bank and waverley. there will be pizza\, performances\, and dancing at confederation park after the march❣️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/craft-night-at-the-park/
LOCATION:Major’s Hill Park\, Mackenzie Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005300-1787736600-1787747400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004982-1787684400-1787700600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T204717Z
CREATED:20260803T204638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T204717Z
UID:10005453-1787684400-1787689800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Politics and Protests of Ottawa / Movements et Manifestations 2ELGBTQIA+ D'Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:(Le texte en français suit)Join drag king Morgan Mercury and special guests to learn about the politics and protests for the human rights of 2-Spirit\, lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, trans*\, intersex and asexual identities in Ottawa’s past + present. This 1 hour tour will cover about 1.5km on downtown Ottawa city streets in what is designated as Ottawa’s Gay Village (Bank St/Somerset St W). \n\n\n\n5-6 pm tours will be in French\, 7-8 pm tours will be in English. Tours will take place on sidewalks along busy city main streets and quiet city side streets\, with at least one designated washroom stop and options to sit at at least half of the stops. ASL interpretation upon request. Pets allowed (dogs on leash). Tour is recommended for ages 13+ but all ages welcome. Tours will discuss violence against 2SLGBTQIA+ people. \n\n\n\nCancellation PolicyFor full refund\, must cancel within 24 hours.Tickets to alternative tour dates can be offered if you miss a tour time you had signed up for / had been cancelled due to weather / guide sickness.Guide will cancel tour at least 2 hours before scheduled tour time if they are sick\, if the temperature is above 30 degrees Celsius\, below -15 degrees Celsius\, significant winds (more than 30km/h)\, there is bad air quality (over 4 on the air quality scale)\, or a threat of thunderstorm / freezing rain / tornado. \n\n\n\nWant to know more about the tour content\, accessibility options and/or which cowboy hat to wear? Email your tour guide Morgan Mercury at fairycowboytours@gmail.com! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRejoignez le drag king Morgan Mercury et des invités spéciaux pour découvrir les movements et manifestations lors des luttes pour les droits humaines des personnes 2-Esprits\, lesbiennes\, gais\, bisexuelles\, trans*\, intersexuées et asexuées\, hier et aujourd’hui\, à Ottawa. Cette visite guidée d’une heure vous fera parcourir environ 1\,5 km dans les rues du centre-ville d’Ottawa\, dans le quartier connu sous le nom de « Gay Village » d’Ottawa (rue Bank et rue Somerset Ouest). \n\n\n\nLes visites de 17 h à 18 h se dérouleront en français\, celles de 19 h à 20 h en anglais. Les visites se dérouleront sur les trottoirs le long des rues principales bruyants et des rues secondaires tranquilles de la ville\, avec au moins un arrêt prévu pour aller aux toilettes et la possibilité de s’asseoir à au moins la moitié des arrêts. Interprétation en langue des signes américaine (ASL) offerte sur demande. Animaux de compagnie admis (chiens tenus en laisse). La visite est recommandée pour les personnes âgées de 13 ans et plus\, mais tous les âges sont les bienvenus. Les visites aborderont le thème de la violence envers les personnes 2ELGBTQIA+. \n\n\n\nPolitique d’annulationPour obtenir un remboursement complet\, l’annulation doit être effectuée dans les 24 heures.Des billets pour d’autres dates de visite peuvent vous être proposés si vous manquez l’heure de visite à laquelle vous vous étiez inscrit ou si celle-ci a été annulée en raison des conditions météorologiques ou de la maladie du guide.Le guide annulera la visite au moins 2 heures avant l’heure prévue s’iel est malade\, si la température est supérieure à 30 degrés Celsius ou inférieure à -15 degrés Celsius\, en cas de vents violents (plus de 30 km/h)\, si la qualité de l’air est mauvaise (plus de 4 sur l’échelle de qualité de l’air)\, ou en cas de risque d’orage\, de pluie verglaçante ou de tornade. \n\n\n\nVous souhaitez en savoir plus sur le contenu de la visite\, les options d’accessibilité et/ou quel chapeau de cow-boy porter? Envoyez un courriel à votre guide Morgan Mercury à l’adresse fairycowboytours@gmail.com!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/2slgbtqia-politics-and-protests-of-ottawa-movements-et-manifestations-2elgbtqia-dottawa/2026-08-25/2/
LOCATION:Dundonald Park\, 516 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Mercury":MAILTO:fairycowboytours@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T175537Z
CREATED:20260701T175535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T175537Z
UID:10005329-1787682600-1787689800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners: 5km Out-To-Run Program
DESCRIPTION:Get race-ready with the Frontrunners. Join them Tuesdays evenings and Saturday mornings to prep for the National Capital Pride 5km Run coming up in August. Check the link below for program details. \n\n\n\nAll runs begin at the Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall\, 111 Lisgar. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, they post a notice on their site and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-5km-out-to-run-program/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:City Hall (Lisgar St Entrance)\, 111 Lisgar\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T003557Z
CREATED:20260811T003553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T003557Z
UID:10005493-1787682600-1787688000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:"Looking For..." Short Film Premiere
DESCRIPTION:Looking For follows Teddy\, a Black queer man in Ottawa\, as he navigates dating\, career uncertainty and the search for a place to call home.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/looking-for-short-film-premiere/
LOCATION:The Mayfair Theatre\, 1074 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 2W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Teddy Dumont":MAILTO:teducart1@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260803T204717Z
CREATED:20260803T204638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T204717Z
UID:10005452-1787677200-1787682600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ Politics and Protests of Ottawa / Movements et Manifestations 2ELGBTQIA+ D'Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:(Le texte en français suit)Join drag king Morgan Mercury and special guests to learn about the politics and protests for the human rights of 2-Spirit\, lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, trans*\, intersex and asexual identities in Ottawa’s past + present. This 1 hour tour will cover about 1.5km on downtown Ottawa city streets in what is designated as Ottawa’s Gay Village (Bank St/Somerset St W). \n\n\n\n5-6 pm tours will be in French\, 7-8 pm tours will be in English. Tours will take place on sidewalks along busy city main streets and quiet city side streets\, with at least one designated washroom stop and options to sit at at least half of the stops. ASL interpretation upon request. Pets allowed (dogs on leash). Tour is recommended for ages 13+ but all ages welcome. Tours will discuss violence against 2SLGBTQIA+ people. \n\n\n\nCancellation PolicyFor full refund\, must cancel within 24 hours.Tickets to alternative tour dates can be offered if you miss a tour time you had signed up for / had been cancelled due to weather / guide sickness.Guide will cancel tour at least 2 hours before scheduled tour time if they are sick\, if the temperature is above 30 degrees Celsius\, below -15 degrees Celsius\, significant winds (more than 30km/h)\, there is bad air quality (over 4 on the air quality scale)\, or a threat of thunderstorm / freezing rain / tornado. \n\n\n\nWant to know more about the tour content\, accessibility options and/or which cowboy hat to wear? Email your tour guide Morgan Mercury at fairycowboytours@gmail.com! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRejoignez le drag king Morgan Mercury et des invités spéciaux pour découvrir les movements et manifestations lors des luttes pour les droits humaines des personnes 2-Esprits\, lesbiennes\, gais\, bisexuelles\, trans*\, intersexuées et asexuées\, hier et aujourd’hui\, à Ottawa. Cette visite guidée d’une heure vous fera parcourir environ 1\,5 km dans les rues du centre-ville d’Ottawa\, dans le quartier connu sous le nom de « Gay Village » d’Ottawa (rue Bank et rue Somerset Ouest). \n\n\n\nLes visites de 17 h à 18 h se dérouleront en français\, celles de 19 h à 20 h en anglais. Les visites se dérouleront sur les trottoirs le long des rues principales bruyants et des rues secondaires tranquilles de la ville\, avec au moins un arrêt prévu pour aller aux toilettes et la possibilité de s’asseoir à au moins la moitié des arrêts. Interprétation en langue des signes américaine (ASL) offerte sur demande. Animaux de compagnie admis (chiens tenus en laisse). La visite est recommandée pour les personnes âgées de 13 ans et plus\, mais tous les âges sont les bienvenus. Les visites aborderont le thème de la violence envers les personnes 2ELGBTQIA+. \n\n\n\nPolitique d’annulationPour obtenir un remboursement complet\, l’annulation doit être effectuée dans les 24 heures.Des billets pour d’autres dates de visite peuvent vous être proposés si vous manquez l’heure de visite à laquelle vous vous étiez inscrit ou si celle-ci a été annulée en raison des conditions météorologiques ou de la maladie du guide.Le guide annulera la visite au moins 2 heures avant l’heure prévue s’iel est malade\, si la température est supérieure à 30 degrés Celsius ou inférieure à -15 degrés Celsius\, en cas de vents violents (plus de 30 km/h)\, si la qualité de l’air est mauvaise (plus de 4 sur l’échelle de qualité de l’air)\, ou en cas de risque d’orage\, de pluie verglaçante ou de tornade. \n\n\n\nVous souhaitez en savoir plus sur le contenu de la visite\, les options d’accessibilité et/ou quel chapeau de cow-boy porter? Envoyez un courriel à votre guide Morgan Mercury à l’adresse fairycowboytours@gmail.com!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/2slgbtqia-politics-and-protests-of-ottawa-movements-et-manifestations-2elgbtqia-dottawa/2026-08-25/1/
LOCATION:Dundonald Park\, 516 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Mercury":MAILTO:fairycowboytours@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T180000
DTSTAMP:20260811T010215Z
CREATED:20260811T010211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T010215Z
UID:10005496-1787673600-1787680800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mpox Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:This Capital Pride Month\, GayZone is partnering with Ottawa Public Health to host an mpox vaccination clinic for eligible community members.  \n\n\n\nPlease take a minute to review the eligibility criteria below before booking an appointment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho can receive the Imvamune® vaccine for protection before an exposure to the mpox virus?  \n\n\n\nAnyone who received one dose of the Imvamune® mpox vaccine can now receive a second dose at least 28 days after receiving their first dose. This includes individuals who received the vaccine for protection before or after an exposure to the mpox virus.  \n\n\n\nBased on the Ontario Ministry of Health guidelines\, the following groups are eligible for a 2-dose series of the Imvamune® vaccine for protection. \n\n\n\na) Two-spirited\, non-binary\, transgender\, cisgender\, intersex\, or gender-queer individuals who self-identify or have sexual partners who self-identify as belonging to the gay\, bisexual\, pansexual and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM) community AND at least one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nHad a confirmed sexually transmitted infection within the last year.\n\n\n\nHave or are planning to have two or more sexual partners or are in a relationship where at least one of the partners may have other sexual partners.\n\n\n\nHave attended venues for sexual contact (i.e.\, bath houses\, sex clubs) recently or may be planning to\, or who work/volunteer in these settings.\n\n\n\nHave had anonymous sex (e.g.\, using hookup apps) recently or may be planning to.\n\n\n\nAre a sexual contact of an individual who engages in sex work.\n\n\n\n\nb) Individuals who self-identify as engaging in sex work or are planning to\, regardless of self-identified sex or gender. \n\n\n\nc) Household and/or sexual contacts of those identified for pre-exposure vaccination eligibility in parts (a) and/or (b) above AND who are moderately to severely immunocompromised or pregnant may be considered for pre-exposure vaccination. These individuals may be at higher risk for severe illness from a mpox infection and should contact their healthcare provider or Ottawa Public Health at 613-580-6744 for more information.  \n\n\n\nFor more information: \n\n\n\nottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/monkeypox-virus.aspx
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/mpox-vaccine-clinic/
LOCATION:Centretown Community Health Centre\, 420 Cooper Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005299-1787650200-1787661000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T220000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195238Z
CREATED:20260803T195142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T195238Z
UID:10005442-1787599800-1787608800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Quirky Reads: Fan Fiction Night
DESCRIPTION:We are a fan of fan fiction and we’d love to invite you over to share! Fan fics can be a great way to express ourselves and also see the stories that we want to see in the world. \n\n\n\nSo bring your favourite fan fiction\, or if you write\, bring something to share\, and we will go around sharing and talking about what we brought\, why we like it\, what makes it feel good. You can (if you want) read a section out loud! \n\n\n\nThink book club discussion but for fan fiction. \n\n\n\nThis is a masked and 18+ event\, KN95 or higher is required. \n\n\n\nSliding scale tickets \n\n\n\nMoney shouldn’t be a barrier to connection\, creativity\, or joy. Sliding scale pricing lets you choose the price that feels right based on your current financial reality. When those who have more pay more\, it helps to keep our programming open to everyone\, no matter the income. We trust you to assess your own situation with honest and care. There is no vetting process! \n\n\n\n\nFree ticket: for community members facing significant financial barriers\n\n\n\nGrowing Stability: for those with tight or fluctuating resources\n\n\n\nStable Income: for those with some stability but are still budgeting carefully\n\n\n\nPay It For Me & Forward: for those with steady\, reliable financial support\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a lower-cost / free ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nReceive public assistance (disability\, unemployment\, etc.)\n\n\n\nFinancial support dependents (children\, elders\, others)\n\n\n\nDon’t have significant savings or safety nets\n\n\n\nDo survival work (gig work\, informal\, precarious labour)\n\n\n\nHave high expenses (medical\, educational\, etc.)\n\n\n\n\nYou might choose a higher-cost ticket if you: \n\n\n\n\nHave access to stable income\, savings\, or investments\n\n\n\nOwn property or have inherited wealth\n\n\n\nTravel for leisure\, eat out or order in regularly\, invest in hobbies\n\n\n\nFeel financially secure enough to offer mutual support to others\n\n\n\n\nNever been to the studio before? Check out this FAQ!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quirky-reads-fan-fiction-night/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Ottawa,Pride,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T210629Z
CREATED:20260803T210624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T210629Z
UID:10005457-1787596200-1787603400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag & Bowl: Pride Edition
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 24\, 2026\, 6:30PM – 8:30PM\, West Park Bowling transforms into a runway-meets-bowling-alley explosion of strikes\, struts\, and unapologetic queer joy. \n\n\n\nThis beloved community night continues to sell out\, and with the momentum building\, tickets will go fast! \n\n\n\nIf you want in on the chaos\, the camp\, and the community magic\, get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nSponsored by Blast The Radio\, Queering 613\, and Daddy Therapy\, this event brings together drag\, music\, and community connection to raise funds for the Ottawa Seniors Pride Network\, supporting generations of 2SLGBTQ+ elders who paved the way. \n\n\n\nOrganizations are invited to connect with the Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN) if you would like to sponsor a lane for newcomers\, refugees\, and members of OSPN\, or to donate a prize for the winning bowlers.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-bowl-pride-edition/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Pride,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260810T023923Z
CREATED:20260810T023837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T023923Z
UID:10005476-1787592600-1787601600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ask a Trans Person Anything
DESCRIPTION:Join two of Canada’s leading trans activists for a no-questions-off-limits Q&A on all trans topics. \n\n\n\nYou probably have a lot of unanswered questions about trans people and issues.. Maybe you’re worried about what’s being taught in the classroom\, or about what healthcare services are being offered to trans youth. You’ve heard terms like “parental rights” thrown around. You haven’t felt able to ask your questions and get answers that make sense to you. \n\n\n\nWe get it\, we understand. But what’s the other side of the story? \n\n\n\nThrough conversation we can find common ground – we have more in common than we think. Let’s remove the politics and hot takes and connect as people. \n\n\n\nWe want to hear your worries and share our side of the story. That’s why Fae Johnstone and Victoria Bucholtz\, two of Canada’s most prominent trans activists\, are coming to town to answer all your gender questions. \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to get your questions answered – yes\, even the tough ones. No judgement\, no name calling. Instead\, we’ll give you our honest takes — and we think they’ll win you over. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an event filled with candid conversation. Hear from Victoria and Fae as they make the case for trans rights\, and then dive into an interactive Question and Answer period where nothing* is off limits. \n\n\n\n*Okay\, there are exceptions – threats and personal attacks aren’t welcome. \n\n\n\nThis event is brought to you by Queer Momentum\, TransAction Alberta and Fierte Canada Pride\, alongside Ottawa Capital Pride.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ask-a-trans-person-anything/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Momentum":MAILTO:info@momentumcanada.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001121Z
CREATED:20260811T001118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001121Z
UID:10005487-1787565600-1787569200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Ottawa City Hall as we officially launch Pride Week with the raising of the Progress Pride Flag—a powerful symbol of visibility\, inclusion\, and community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/flag-raising-2/
LOCATION:Ottawa City Hall\, 110 Laurier Ave. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005298-1787563800-1787574600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T230000
DTSTAMP:20241106T152947Z
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000644-1787515200-1787526000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2026-08-23/
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:20260823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260810T023439Z
CREATED:20260810T023436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T023439Z
UID:10005475-1787508000-1787515200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Mayoral Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join Queer Momentum\, Capital Pride\, the Ten Oaks Project and local partners for an Ottawa Queer Mayoral Townhall. This event aims to give 2SLGBTQIA+ residents and allies the opportunity to hear directly from 2026 Mayoral candidates on issues that matter to our communities.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-mayoral-town-hall/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Ottawa,Pride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T002759Z
CREATED:20260811T002755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T002759Z
UID:10005492-1787497200-1787504400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Week Shoreline Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa River is for everyone\, and this year we’re getting together to celebrate the beauty and diversity that makes this watershed thrive! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Sunday August 23rd at 3:00pm at Brantwood Park to help remove debris before it makes its way into the Ottawa River\, degrades into microplastics\, or gets eaten by a critter! Wear your pride and come dressed as your best self (while still being ready to clean!) – we can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\nShoreline cleanups are open to all ages and abilities. As they are a popular event\, we kindly ask that you register in advance so we know how many participants to expect. If you have any questions on accessibility or accommodations\, please feel free to reach out to Leah Smith at lsmith@ottawariverkeeper.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-week-shoreline-cleanup/
LOCATION:Brantwood Park\, 39 Onslow Crescent\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 1G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Outdoors
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Riverkeeper":MAILTO:lsmith@ottawariverkeeper.ca
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