Location: 6516 1a St SW, Calgary, AB T2H 2Z1, Canada
Dress for Success: Work-Ready Affirming Styling is an event designed to support trans feminine folks in showing up as their most confident, authentic selves. From everyday office wear to interview outfits and professional accessories, you will leave approximately a week’s worth of outfits that reflect who you are – all at no cost.
Thursday, June 18 | 1:00PM or 2:30PM (Registration Required)
Making Changes Association (6516 1a St SW, Calgary)
When you arrive for your appointment, your dedicated affirming stylist will meet you at the door, and after a quick chat to learn about you and your needs, will take you around the store to choose items that fits your style, body and comfort level. Your private fitting room is yours for the duration of your appointment.
This pilot is held in partnership with the Making Changes Association, which is committed to creating an environment of inclusion. These appointment times are reserved for Skipping Stone clients, and a staff member will be there to provide support and connect you with any additional resources you may need.
Location: Centre for Sexuality: 700 – 1509 Centre St S Calgary, Alberta
GBMSM Rapid HIV/Syphilis and STI Testing
Wednesday and Thursday Clinic for those who identify as gay, bisexual, or queer men who have sex with men. Get tested for several STIs, with the option to take a rapid HIV and/or Syphilis test to know your status in 60 seconds. There is no cost for this program. An appointment is required.
Rapid HIV & STI Testing
Centre for Sexuality offers the following services for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM), including cis, trans and other gender diverse folks:
Testing for common sexually transmitted and blood borne infections (STBBIs), including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A, B, & C, and HIV
Rapid or “point of care” testing for HIV and syphilis, providing results in about one minute, so you can know your status before you leave your appointment!
Treatment for common STBBIs including chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis
Vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B (all ages) and HPV (for folks 26 and under)
Free condoms and lube
Information and referrals for other services such as HIV PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)
We offer two STI testing clinics: One one is open to anybody 14 or older of any gender identity or sexual orientation. The other is only open to gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM).
Appointments will become available exactly one week in advance from the appointment time. For example, the appointment for Wednesday at 4:00 pm next week, will become available to book at 4:00 pm on Wednesday of this week. If the system does not show any available appointments, it means that they are either all booked, or they are not yet available for booking. We encourage clients to routinely check this page for availability, including for last-minute appointments (we do get cancellations!).
When: Wednesday and Thursdays from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Centre for Sexuality: 700 – 1509 Centre Street South
Questions?
If you have any questions about our STI testing program, contact us by email at jfunkhouser@centreforsexuality.ca or by calling 403-283-5580.
All information taken directly from the Centre for Sexuality website. Please refer to them for more information.
Location: Element Cafe, 331 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0A5, Canada
Looking for a friendly check-in with your community? Grab a cup of tea and join us from wherever you are as we share in each other's company! This is a safe space for anyone who identifies as an 2SLGBTQ+ community member or ally. We will accept attendees on a drop-in basis.
This is an in-person meeting at Element Cafe (331 17 Ave SW).
We will have a few drink vouchers available to cover the cost of one drink if needed!
Our group meetings are intended as a space for casual connection. This is not a structured therapy group nor is it a dating space. If you are looking for further support, Outlink staff are available to meet with you one-on-one or in small groups by phone, text based messaging, or video call upon request. They can also help connect you to other counselling services.
Please note that meetings are moderated by Outlink staff and volunteers who reserve the right to remove anyone from the group who is in violation of our Safer Space Ground Rules.
If you'd like to take any pictures of the room or the group, please ask facilitators and participants first.
Public Health Safety Precautions:
Public health and the safety of our communities is very important to us! The following safety practices are put in place for our in-person programming:
Wearing a mask is strongly encouraged when not eating or drinking.
If you have any cold, flu, or Covid symptoms (ex. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you please do not attend.
Location: Virtual - Zoom
Holding space to explore, share and celebrate the unique intersection of gender and neuro diversity in our communities.
ONLINE: Third Thursdays
TIME: 6:15 - 8:15pm
Click here for Zoom links and passwords.
Location: 736 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3T7, Canada
Trans Fem Meetup is for everyone 16 and over within the trans woman or trans feminine umbrella.
This is an open, casual spaces where folks can gather however feels best to them with a focus on building community and connection.
Location: 1410 11 Ave SW unit 205, Calgary, AB T3C 0M8, Canada
Music Program - Youth Guitar & String Ensemble
**This program is for youth between ages 14 and 20.
*If you are interested in trying out your first session, please email jacqs@skippingstone.ca before attending.
Students meet weekly to play songs that the group chooses. In addition to playing as a group, students can also improvise and play solos with the backing of the ensemble. There are also games, social time, snacks and more!
Having your own instrument and prior experience is encouraged, but not required. Support and instruments may be available-reach out to jacqs directly for info.
jacqs (they/it/zey) is the contact person: jacqs@skippingstone.ca
Click here for more information and to register for our Music Programs.
Location: containR Art Park in Inglewood, 925 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S5, Canada
Sit. Stay. Slay! is Calgary's only dog-inclusive drag show!
Tickets here: https://springboardperformance.com/events/sit-stay-slay-2026
Welcoming humans and pups alike to enjoy the talents of this cities finest drag performers while raising funds for a good cause and connecting communities. This all-ages friendly event is sure to bring a smile to everyone's faces, with dogs performing alongside drag entertainers, local dog-related vendors, contests, raffle prizes, and more, this show is a unique experience you don't want to miss.
Sit. Stay. Slay! was created for the dog parent that never wants to leave their pup at home alone when something fun is happening, it's for dog lovers without a dog of their own, and it's for everyone that knows that dogs make everything in life better.
Location: Business & Pleasure, 1327b 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0T2, Canada
Join us for an evening dedicated to connection, culture, and community. Meet like-minded folks in a fun and welcoming speed-friending format, inclusive to the entire 2S+LGBTQ+ community.
Doors open at 5:00 PM — Arrive early to grab a drink, enjoy food, and settle in before things get started. It’s the perfect time to relax, mingle casually, and get comfortable.
Main Event begins promptly at 7:00 PM — Speed-friending starts right on time! Expect guided rounds of conversation designed to help you connect with as many people as possible in a fun, welcoming environment.
Tickets are $10, which include a welcome cocktail or a zero-proof option. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/queer-speed-friending-tickets-1991739368066
✨ Come for the conversations, stay for the connections.
Entrance is behind Super Variety — look for our red awning! Enter through the alley between Super Variety and Plant.
Location: 1410 11 Ave SW unit 205, Calgary, AB T3C 0M8, Canada
Music Program - Adult Band & Choir
**This program is for adults between ages 18 and over.
*If you are interested in trying out your first session, please email jacqs@skippingstone.ca before attending.
All instruments and voices welcome. Previous experience is encouraged for instrumentalists. No experience required for vocalists. We will meet weekly to play songs chosen by the band, hang out and build community as we play and jam together.
Several performance opportunities are available throughout the year (performing is always optional!)
Click here for more information and to register for our Music Programs.
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