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: Two Wheel View - Calgary Ltd, 907 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0S5, Canada
We organize opportunities for especially for women, trans-femme and non-Binary volunteers. Please reach out to us at info@twowheelview.org if that is of interest to you.
Join us at our Inglewood shop on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month for Wrench Night where you can volunteer, fix bikes, learn new skills, and meet great people.
Looking to socialize? Sign up for our monthly GEM Socials, held one Sunday a month, featuring guest speakers, craft nights, and other fun events for the WTFNB community
Location: 736 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3T7, Canada
Young Hearts is a group for trans women and trans feminine folks over 40.
It focuses on supporting the unique needs and perspectives of older trans feminine folks, and especially those transitioning later in life.
Location: The Calgary Rainbow Room, 750 11 St SW Suite 210, Calgary, AB T2P 3N7, Canada
*NEW LOCATION* We are now meeting at The Rainbow Room (750 11 St SW), where Outlink's new home is located! When you arrive, dial the intercom code at the door to be let in (this will be provided later). Take the elevator to the 4th floor. Turn right when you come out of the elevator. The Board Room is on the left hand side. Please follow the signs to the room! We'll let folks in until 7:00, so please arrive before then! _______________________________ Between Men is a social-support peer group for queer men, including cis men, trans men, transmasculine people, and anyone under the masculine identity umbrella who is gay, bi, pan, toric, queer, questioning, or are otherwise attracted to guys. Between Men is a safe, inclusive space where we can talk openly and honestly about our lived experiences and share our stories to feel heard, respected, loved, and supported. Please note that this meeting is moderated by Outlink staff/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. ****** Getting There: Paid and free street parking is available in the area. The nearest LRT Stations are Downtown-West Kerby (blue line) and 8th Street (red line). Nearby bus routes include the #65 and #66. Other buses are nearby in the area as well. Building Accessibility: There is a ramp leading up to the main door. Please be aware that there is a lip at the bottom of the ramp, so it’s not quite flush with the ground. There is an elevator in the building. Washrooms in The Rainbow Room are all-gender and wheelchair-accessible. 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 always welcome and encouraged. If you have any cold, flu, measles, or Covid symptoms (ex. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, rash, etc), we ask that you please do not attend. The room can fit about 12 people comfortably. 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. If you have any cold, flu, or Covid symptoms (ex. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you please do not attend. The maximum room capacity is 20 people. The room can fit about 12 people comfortably.
Together, we can work towards better understanding ourselves and how our intersectionality impacts us, including our sexual orientations, sexualities, gender identities, and gender expressions. By realizing our individual strengths, we can overcome and liberate ourselves from negative belief systems that keep us from living authentically.
Between Men also offers opportunities to socialize, meet new people, make good connections, and have fun amongst supportive and safe company.
This meetup is intended as a space for peer support, casual socialization, and connection. This is not a structured therapy group, business networking event, or dating space. If you are looking for further support, please contact Calgary Outlink (1-403-234-8973). If you are in crisis, please contact Distress Centre Calgary (1-403-266-HELP).
Location: Every Body STRONGER, 2501 Alyth Rd SE #1A, Calgary, AB T2G 5L4, Canada
Welcome to Queer Strength Club, a community-centered lifting space for queer, trans, gender-diverse folks and allies of all experience levels. Whether you're new to the gym or a seasoned lifter, this is a place to move your body, build strength, and connect with others in a supportive, affirming environment. Got a routine you're working on, or just want time to move your body your way? Stop by from 7-8:30pm for open gym. Bring your own program, experiment with equipment, or test out new skills at your own pace! Pay-what-you-can, suggested $10-$20 but free if that’s what you are able. The Every Body Stronger gym has hand weights, kettle bells, medicine balls, rowing machines, and bars and weights for all kinds of squats, presses and deadlifts. It's also a fun, affirming space, with two any-gender washrooms, free snacks, and water.
Location: The Calgary Rainbow Room, 750 11 St SW Ste 400, Calgary, AB T2P 3N7, Canada
Grief, Healing and Creative Expression This program is co-facilitated by psychology graduate JR Alsip and Nia Delafleur, our art therapist, using guided discussion, therapeutic art-making, and supportive connection to help participants explore grief, healing, and resilience through creative expression. Together, we explored the many forms grief can take in the lives of elders and 2SLGBTQ+ people, including: Loss of loved ones — grieving partners, family members, friends, and chosen family. Loss of community — experiencing the loss of friends and connections through aging, illness, relocation, or changing social circles. Grief from discrimination and rejection — the lasting impact of homophobia, transphobia, rejection, bullying, and social exclusion. Loss of identity or belonging — navigating times when people were unable to live openly or had to hide important parts of themselves. Unrecognized or disenfranchised grief — losses that may not have been acknowledged or understood by family, society, or traditional support systems. Grief for lost time — reflecting on relationships, experiences, opportunities, or milestones that may have been missed because of stigma or the need to live in the closet. Anticipatory grief — facing changes associated with aging, declining health, independence, or the potential loss of people and abilities that are important to us. Complicated feelings around family — grieving relationships that were distant, estranged, or never became what we hoped they could be. Collective and historical grief — carrying memories of discrimination, the HIV/AIDS crisis, loss of community members, and other experiences that have shaped generations of queer people. Grief and resilience — recognizing that grief can exist alongside love, joy, connection, pride, and hope. Through conversation and creative expression, participants are invited to acknowledge their experiences, share when comfortable, connect with others, and explore pathways toward healing, acceptance, and renewed connection.
Location: Semantics Cafe, 1010 1st St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0X8, Canada
A relaxed monthly drop-in for chai, conversation, and community. Come as you are, stay as long as you'd like, and connect at your own pace.
It's back by popular demand. ☕✨
Just Chai is our monthly drop-in hangout for anyone looking to slow down, share a cup of chai, and connect with community.
There’s no agenda, no structured activities, and no pressure to be "on." Show up whenever, stay as long as you'd like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're meeting someone for the first time, catching up with familiar faces, or simply looking for a cozy place to exist, there's always a seat for you.
Come solo or bring a friend, the conversation is always brewing.
Just Chai takes place on the last Wednesday of every month at Semantics Cafe. We can't wait to share a cup with you. ☕💛
Free to attend, Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-chai-tickets-1993849934828
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