Kind Space
2SLGBTQ+ community centre in Odawa/Ottawa.
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Investing in Our Growing Community | Donate Today!
Investing in Our Growing Community | Donate Today!
Our community is growing! This year, we've welcomed 1,200+ first-time visitors to Kind Space. In a challenging world, the need for our free, safe spaces has never been greater.To sustain this vital growth, we need to raise $60,000 in core funding. This isn't about keeping the lights on; it's about ensuring we can keep our doors open wide for everyone who needs a place to belong.Your support ensures we remain a kind space!
NEWSLETTER: January is here!
NEWSLETTER: January is here!
Trans ID Clinic 2025/2026 Registration
Trans ID Clinic 2025/2026 Registration
2025/2026 Clinic
Accessibility at Kind Space
Accessibility at Kind Space
2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan
2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan
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Kind Space General Services & Programs Survey
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Kind Space Professional Counselling Survey
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Programs
RSVP: 20 Something Group In-Person [January 2026]
RSVP: 20 Something Group In-Person [January 2026]
RSVP: 30-Ish Group In-Person [January 14, 2026]
RSVP: 30-Ish Group In-Person [January 14, 2026]
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 socialise 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
[email protected]
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. Accessibility information can be found here: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/
RSVP: Ace/Aro Space [January 17, 2026]
RSVP: Ace/Aro Space [January 17, 2026]
RSVP: Café Q In-Person [January 16, 2026]
RSVP: Café Q In-Person [January 16, 2026]
RSVP: Fabulous 40's Group [January 7, 2026]
RSVP: Fabulous 40's Group [January 7, 2026]
The Fabulous 40’s Group is a discussion and social space for 2SLGBTQIA+ in their 40’s to meet others their own age. Maybe you are changing careers, navigating 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. Join Stephanie and others the first wednesday of every month from 6PM until 9PM as we stay fabulous during the long journey which is our 40’s. 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.
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(Jo & Jos)
RSVP: GenderQuest In-Person [January 28, 2026]
RSVP: GenderQuest In-Person [January 28, 2026]
RSVP: Puzzle Club [Registration at Door]
RSVP: Puzzle Club [Registration at Door]
RSVP: QueerAmore (Online)
RSVP: QueerAmore (Online)
RSVP: Silver Souls [Registration at Door]
RSVP: Silver Souls [Registration at Door]
Events
RSVP: Cozy Karaoke Night [Jan 15, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
RSVP: Cozy Karaoke Night [Jan 15, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
RSVP: TTRPG One-Shot Night [January 22, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
RSVP: TTRPG One-Shot Night [January 22, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
RSVP: Grow With The Flow: Evergreens [Jan 29, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
RSVP: Grow With The Flow: Evergreens [Jan 29, 2026, 6PM-8:30PM]
Deadline for Registration: 3pm on Thurs Jan 30. If you do not register before the deadline, you might be turned away at the door. We are no longer taking walk-ins for programs and events. Enjoy a special evening at our drop-in for socializing and talking about plants. This month we'll be discussing carnivorous plants! (This event was previously scheduled for November and was rescheduled to January.) 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. Maximum Participants: 35 people Registration is needed for security reasons, access needs, and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening. Accessibility Notes: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ [Image Description: Two cartoon images of Aubrey 2, a magical venus flytrap from Little Shop of Horrors.]
Services
Planning an event? Rent Kind Space!
Planning an event? Rent Kind Space!
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Community Resources
RESOURCE: ANCHOR Program - Mental Health & Substance Use Alternative Response
RESOURCE: ANCHOR Program - Mental Health & Substance Use Alternative Response
Alternate Neighbourhood Community Response (ANCHOR) An in-person, non-police, community response to mental health and substance use crises will be launching on August 15, 2024.
REQUEST: Community Resource Referrals
REQUEST: Community Resource Referrals
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RESOURCE: Creative Interventions Toolkit & Workbook
RESOURCE: Creative Interventions Toolkit & Workbook
Free Download Print from booksellers In Spanish In French Interactive Web Version Will be available in: German and Japanese, thanks to our global volunteers! “The CI toolkit is my go-to reference…
RESOURCE: LGBT Youthline
RESOURCE: LGBT Youthline
Confidential, Non-judgemental & Informed 2SLGBTQ+ Support YouthLine offers free support through our Ontario-wide 2SLGBTQ+ peer-support HelpLine.
RESOURCE: NORS - Virtual Safer Consumption Hotline
RESOURCE: NORS - Virtual Safer Consumption Hotline
RESOURCE: Trans Lifeline
RESOURCE: Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is on an organizational-wide offline retreat from Jan. 05 - Jan 09. We will resume our regular Hotline services on Monday, Jan. 12! If you
RESOURCE: Unsafe At Home - text & chat line
RESOURCE: Unsafe At Home - text & chat line
RESOURCE: Queer Refugee Hearings Program toolkit
RESOURCE: Queer Refugee Hearings Program toolkit