Programs
Drop-in Groups
Drop-in groups are peer-led (for 2SLGBTQ+ people, by 2SLGBTQ+ people) programs that are hosted online and/or in-person. Below is a list of our current groups and how to attend or RSVP.
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The 20 Something Group, is a blend of hang out and discussion group for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks who are ages 19-29 every month on the second and fourth Tuesday with a new time of 6:30pm until 8:30pm. Usually, when it is busy we introduce ourselves for the first twenty minutes, and then engage in an activity and open up the space for general socializing. You can choose to play the available video or traditional board games, or chill in any of our rooms, to relax and talk to with friends and meet new people. Join our facilitator's Maddie and/or Lawrence and other folks in their twenties still figuring this world out.
We have provided two in-person dates for this month; you can sign up for one or both dates. However, please email us if you have questions or have any issues registering or wish to cancel. Upon completing this registration you will be automatically registered, no confirmation email will be sent. If the program is full, the form will be closed and you will be unable to register.
In-person dates (2nd and 4th Tuesdays):
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
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30-ish Group happens the second Wednesday of the month. This group is open to all 2SLGBTQIA+ people in their thirties and those who are also 29! The first part of the meeting is introductions and selecting a group activity; and folks can have space to socialize and chat. The program takes place from 6PM until 8PM
We are also looking for new volunteers to join our 30-ish facilitation team. So if you are interested in joining the Kind Space team; let us know by reaching out to jade@kindspace.ca
Please email us if you have questions or have any issues registering or wish to cancel. Upon completing this registration you will be automatically registered, no confirmation email will be sent. If the program is full, the form will be closed and you will be unable to register.
Date:
Time: 6-8pm
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Welcome to the most fabulous group in ottawa for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks primarly over 40 to hang out, often over slices of pizza.
You want a place that is chill to meet new people?. Join Jos and Jo, and others the first Wednesday of every month from 6PM until 9PM.
Please email us if you have questions or have any issues registering or wish to cancel. Upon completing this registration you will be automatically registered, no confirmation email will be sent. If the program is full, the form will be closed and you will be unable to register.
Please Note: Kind Space's age based programs provide a smooth overlap and transition for those turning upon a new decade of their lives, so this program is also open to those who are 39.
40@kindspace.ca (Jo & Jos)
Date: 1st Wednesday
Time: 6-9pm
Registration:
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Join us for thoughtful discussions and recreational activities centring Ace/Aro folks in the Ottawa Community on the 1st Thursday of the month now starting at 6PM! with Erika and Lawrence; and the 3rd Saturday of each month at 2PM with Korey & Riley.
This in-person group is open to anyone who identifies under the asexual or aromantic umbrellas (including grey, demi, quoi, alloaro, questioning, etc). So even if you are new to the community, or have been waiting to meet and chill with other Ace/Aro folks for a while; this space is open for you. There are a lot of us in Ottawa! Depending on the turn out the space may split into two groups: a space for folks to hang out, and another space for group peer-support and questions until we are ready to just hang out.
Questions can be sent to acearo@kindspace.ca.
Date: 1st Thursday (6-8pm), 3rd Saturday (2-4pm)
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On the first & third Friday of every month from 6pm-9pm, a diverse and dynamic group of youth meet at Kind for an evening of low-pressure hanging out. Café Q is currently run and supervised by Taryn, Maddie and other support facilitators providing a space for activities and small events. You can expect a place for game nights, art making, snacks, or just to a place chill and check in with friends from across town. What you want to do is up to you! The evenings will be themed from time to time, with dinner occurring on the third Friday of every month.
This month there will only be the 4th Friday Group, due to the Kind Space being closed until Jan 5th.
Café Q once a separate program, is now the formal successor of our previous Queer Trans Youth & Pink Triangle Youth Program dating back to the mid 1980's. Café Q is a dedicated space for Ottawa's 2SLGBTQIA+ youth across the City of Ottawa to socialize and hang out on Friday nights.
Please email us if you have questions or have any issues registering or wish to cancel. Upon completing this registration you will be automatically registered, no confirmation email will be sent. If the program is full, the form will be closed and you will be unable to register.
Kind Space is at 400 Cooper, Unit 9001 on Floor 9!
Date: 1st and 3rd Fridays
Time: 6-9pm
Registration:
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The format of the Drop-In has changed. Starting July 2026, there will be two categories of daytime programming - Drop-In Essentials and RSVP Activities.
See the programs and event calendar on the homepage for the dates that month.
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GenderQuest is a support and social group for trans, non-binary, gender diverse and two-spirit adults. This is a diverse, peer-led social group for those at any stage of transition: come, share, learn, and socialize in a safer space. All trans, two-spirit, and gender-diverse people are welcome to attend, including those who are on their gender quest and are still figuring it out! Join Taryn during the first hour for discussion and questions, with the remaining time for socializing and making new friends.
Depending on attendence the first hour of in person GenderQuest are discussion spaces. There is one space for those who are starting their GenderQuest, Gender Transition, or have questions; and another space for general discussion of things that impact trans and genderdiverse people. Then after a break, participants can meet and mingle, make new friends, play games and/or join smaller conversations throughout the space.
2nd Mondays (online) – Attend/RSVP
In-person
Time: 6-9pm
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**Currently on hiatus**
IndigiQueer Kinship Group is a peer support and social group for Two-Spirit and Queer Indigenous folk. Our group aims to create a safe, welcoming, and culturally inclusive environment where you can meet others with similar backgrounds and experiences. We understand the importance of having spaces where Indigenous culture is celebrated, valued, and respected. If you want to make new friends, find support from peers, or if you want to come and chill, our group offers a space where you can be yourself without judgment!
The IndigiQueer Kinship Group will run from 1-3 pm on the second Saturday of every month (with the exception of the first meeting).
Notes for Participants:
This group is open to anyone who identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ and self-identifies as First Nation, Inuit, or Métis, we want this space to be available for people with varying lived experiences. While we are open to those reclaiming or navigating their culture, we will not tolerate any intentionally false claims of Indigenous identity or pretendians. While we will not police identities at the IndigiQueer, we expect you to come in good faith, or you may be asked to leave. We are also open to participants inviting a non-indigenous family member, partner, spouse, or kids, as long as they honour who the space is intended for.
This is a social and peer support group in a community center environment. This means no professional mental health, psychology, or therapy support is available during the group. As we are all going to be Indigenous and queer folk, we recognize the many historical and current traumas that our communities have gone through.
We also know that we cannot talk about our successes without acknowledging our pain and oppression. However, we will ask that you try to refrain from bringing up any personal traumatic experiences during group discussions. When separate from the entire group, talking amongst yourselves, you will be able to discuss whatever you would like at your discretion. This rule is to ensure that we do not re-trigger or cause secondary trauma to anyone participating in the group discussions. Talking about what we have gone through is so important, but this is a space to relax, and just be.
If you have any questions please reach out at jade@kindspace.ca.
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Puzzle Club is a drop-in group at Kind Space for people of all ages, to play traditional recreational games and puzzles. Every Second and Fourth Friday from 7:30-9:00 PM. This is an opportunity to revisit some old-fashioned games and pastimes; create jigsaw puzzles over the weeks; or play; board games, cards, checkers, chess, and charades with other people.
Whatever type of puzzle you like to do, come break some loneliness. This space will be open before the club to play games and socialize, but the big puzzles won’t be rolled out until 7:30PM! Come Join the Club!
Registration for this particular group is not required; but does help Kind Space help accommodate allergies, emergency contacts; and particular accessibility requirements. You can just drop into the space.
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Silver Souls is a peer support for 50+ LGBTQ+ and will take place every second and fourth Friday, from 6:30-7:30 PM. This is a safer space to talk about whatever is on your mind or heart. Tea and snacks are offered. After the hour session, you are welcome to stay for puzzle club which runs from 7:30PM – 9:00PM for all ages.
Registration for this particular group is not required; but does help Kind Space help accommodate allergies, emergency contacts; and particular accessibility requirements. You can just drop into the space.
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Queer Amore aims to create a comfortable space to gather and talk about issues related to being bisexual, pansexual, bi-curious and questioning. Queer Amore with Ben and Tova, takes a fresh look at exploring and enjoying your sexuality. Previously known as BiAmore, this group strives to be a safe space for those who are processing their identity or want to meet others who are on their journey.
Date:
3rd Mondays – Attend/RSVP
NOTE: Cancelled for the month of April 2026.
Time: 7-9pm
Social Nights
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Enjoy playing fun board and table top games at the Kind Space! This is an all-ages 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.
We will be providing the hot beverages and board games, but please feel free to bring your games, especially if you’d like to share them!
Registration:
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Calling all plant lovers – enjoy a special evening socializing and talking about plants! This is an all-ages 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.
Registration:
June
July
August
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Karaoke is a monthly event with different themes each month. This is an all-ages 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.
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.
Registration is needed for security reasons, access needs, and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening.
Registration:
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Enjoy a special evening at Kind Space where Lukayo will be running a one-shot tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) as the Storyteller (ST). If you’re 18+ years old, part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and able to travel in-person to Kind Space, you can register below to be a player at this event. Players can vote ahead of time or at the event for what game will be played from the options below. The different games are flexible in regards to experience, and welcomes players that have no prior experience playing in TTRPGs. Note: If you’ve played in a Kind Space game before run by Lukayo, it’s likely you’ve already encountered some of the plot and setting of the one-shot games offered below. Players that have not played in a Kind Space game yet will be prioritized.
Registration:
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Community Guidelines
Kind Space is an intersectional space and acknowledges that being oppressed in one way does not absolve us of being oppressors in other ways. Hierarchies in our communities exist and must actively and continually be challenged.
Note: This list was augmented to include virtual meetings and spaces.
Do this all (or most of) the time:
Introduce yourself to new people you meet
If you feel comfortable you can introduce yourself with your name and pronoun
Ask people if it is OK before making physical contact, especially if you do not know them
Use the name and pronoun a person gives you
Do not ask or question people’s gender or sexuality, especially in public spaces
Take ownership of your words and actions and the effect they may have on others.
If you are participating in a group for the first time, it is a good rule of thumb to listen and get an understanding of the dynamics and culture of the group
Ask clarification questions around sensitive subjects with facilitators or staff
Give people high fives, hugs and fist bumps if you are comfortable and the other person consents
Do not give out your personal contact information, especially if you are a counsellor, placement student, or doing peer support work
Do not do this all the time:
Make assumptions about someone’s gender, sexuality, or relationship status/style
Touch people or enter people’s personal space without their consent (online, too!)
Mis-gendering someone (gender identity, expression, and perception can be tricky!), it happens, apologize, move on and do better – DO NOT DWELL OR APOLOGIZE PROFUSELY
I am not sure what you were thinking
Continually disrespecting people, their wishes and/or boundaries
Assault/abuse/harassment (sexual, physical, emotional, mental)
Theft from service users, volunteers, staff, or Kind Space
Intimidation or threats of violence against service users, volunteers, staff, or Kind Space
Education and Outreach
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Kind Space does not offer regular workshops or training for individuals or community groups. Information sessions are offered sporadically when capacity allows.
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Kind Space is available to table at community fairs and coporate events.
Contact Carling at carling@kindspace.ca for outreach events.
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Growing Resistance is a regenerative care project for communities and the environment. Access to food, clean air, and water (along with shelter) is the right of all people. We all occupy this space together and share the responsibility of taking care of the land and each other.
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This project ended March 30, 2022 and the final report was submitted on September 30th. The project pages will be archived and remain viewable for transparency.
You can read the final report here
You can view the workplace environmental scan here
You can view the resource guide here
OUTtawa as a program strives to outline the importance of intent vs. impact, accountability and survivor informed/centred holistic community wellness. This project hopes to cultivate a space that addresses harm and conflict, explores areas for organizational improvement and addresses shame, truth and reconciliation within a constructive non-abusive environment.