Welcome to Kind Space!
A 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Centre in Odawa/Ottawa
Kind Space is a community centre in Ottawa – unceded Algonquin territory – that offers resources, events, social and educational programming. Our work celebrates, supports, and prioritizes oppressed sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.
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When 2SLGBTQ+ individuals are deprived of meaningful relationships and support systems, their mental health and overall well-being drastically suffer, especially when combined with the impact of other aspects of their identities or experiences.
That’s why Kind Space (formerly Pink Triangle Services) was established. We provide a welcoming environment of rest, care, connection, and education that is open to 2SLGBTQ+ people of all ages throughout the year. We are the only community space in Ottawa that offers such a safe and inclusive space.
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Programming Schedule
September 2024
Mental Wellness Week: September 30th – October 6th
Mon. Sep. 30
Closed
Tues. Oct. 1
Closed
Wed. Oct. 2
6pm – 9pm
Fabulous 40’s (in-person)
Registration Required. Ages 39 – 49. Masking is encouraged. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
The Fabulous 40’s Group is a discussion and social space for 2SLGBTQIA+ in their 40’s to meet others their age. Maybe you are changing careers, navigating an aging family, or several major changes occurring in your life; this peer group is here for you to share; seek advice, and make new friends over a small activity. Register here.
6pm – 9pm
Gender Quest (in-person)
Registration required. 18+. Masking is encouraged. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
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 transition stage: 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! Register here.
Thurs. Oct. 3
7pm – 9pm
Ace/Aro Space (in-person)
Registration required. Ages 18+. Masking is encouraged. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
Join us for thoughtful discussions and recreational activities centering Ace/Aro folks in the Ottawa Community every 1st Thursday of the month at 7PM!; and the 3rd Saturday of each month at 2PM! This in-person group is open to anyone who identifies under the asexual or aromantic umbrellas (including grey, demi, quoi, alloaro, 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. Register here.
7pm – 9pm
QueerAmore (online)
Registration required. 18+.
ueer 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. Register here.
Fri. Oct. 4
6pm – 9pm
CafeQ (in-person)
Registration required. Ages 13 – 19. Masking is encouraged. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
On the first and third Friday, a diverse and dynamic group of youth meet at Kind for an evening of low-pressure hanging out. Care, support, and harm reduction are key practices at Café Q which is run by Taryn and other support facilitators. Join other youth for game nights, art making, snacks or just to chill and check in with friends. Register here.