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: Every Body STRONGER, 2501 Alyth Rd SE #1A, Calgary, AB T2G 1P7, Canada
**This event requires registration and takes place at Every Body Stronger (2501 Alyth Rd SE)**
Recent studies have found that over 90% of Two-Spirit, trans and gender diverse individuals stop participating in sporting, fitness and physical recreation activities after coming out due to lack of inclusive and accessibility.
Our Fun & Fitness program creates a pathway to be able to reengage with those activities and our bodies through a variety of events which are all specifically for and by the trans and gender diverse community.
Registration opens about one week before the event. Register for our fitness classes here.
Location: Virtual - Zoom
This program requires advanced registration.
https://www.skippingstone.ca/dbt-skills
Skipping Stone runs DBT skills groups for trans and gender diverse adults. Because our groups are facilitated by registered mental health providers, they are only open to residents of Alberta.
Throughout this 10-week program, we will teach new skills, review previous skills, and provide opportunities to practice coping strategies to deal with the demands of everyday life. There will also be plenty of time for discussion, questions, and connecting with other participants.
The program is aligned with dialectical, cognitive behavioural, and mindfulness-based models and focuses on problem-solving and acceptance-based strategies.
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: 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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