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We act as an information hub for our LGBTQ community, as well as provide services, support programs, and social & recreational opportunities. Some of our The Rainbow Pages activities and programs include: Trans Services Waterloo-Wellington
Older Adult Support a directory of resources of interest to the local LGBTQ communities Immigrant & Refugee Support Games group Outdoor Recreational group Edition 3.0 Reading Circle Queercraft for Knitters and other Crafters Listings of Community Resources & Events Table of Contents Local History Information
Video & Book Collection Arts Organizations/Events 4 Justice System 13 Counsellors/Therapists 4 Legal Services 14 SPECTRUM proudly supports the PFLAG (Parent & Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Distress Support 5 Mental Health/Addictions 14 Faith/Spiritual Groups 6 New Canadians 15 Chapter of Waterloo, Wellington & Perth Regions. Family Resources 8 Older Adults 17 Financial Services 8 Photographers 17 For location of office and events see website. General Support Groups 8 Social Groups / Spaces 18 Email: [email protected] | Website: www.ourspectrum.com Health Agencies 9 Transgender Resources 19 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SpectrumCommunitySpace Health / Wellness 10 University/College Groups 20 Twitter: @our_SPECTRUM Telephone: 226 779-9695 Housing, Food & Income Support 11 Wedding Officiants 21 Hours of Opening: see www.ourspectrum.com Information/Publications 13 Youth Resources 22
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2 23 Weddings Of Love. Chris J. Love per- OK2BMe. A set of support services for The Rainbow Pages Waterloo-Wellington forms non-religious ceremonies, includ- LGBTQ youth in Waterloo Region. Free, is a directory published by SPECTRUM listing resources of interest to the LGBTQ ing same-sex ceremonies. Waterloo- confidential counselling, drop-in social communities of Waterloo- Wellington. Edition 3.0 © 2017, May Wellington. groups, and fun annual events like Rainbow book image courtesy of shutterstock.com http://www.weddingsoflove.com/ Pride Prom and the GSA Conference. Based out of K-W Counselling Services, Purpose: The Waterloo-Wellington LGBTQ communities have not had a composite re- Wesley United Church. Performs wed- 480 Charles St. East, Kitchener. source directory since publication of the Rainbow Directory 2001/2002 by Waterloo- dings in Christian and nonreligious tra- http://www.ok2bme.ca/ Wellington Regional Pride [the earlier name of the tri-Pride Community Association]. The ditions; they have done same-sex mar- Rainbow Pages – Waterloo-Wellington is intended to fill that gap. riages. Cambridge. Pride & Prejudice - Guelph. A group for http://www.wesleyunited.ca/ lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, Scope: In this edition, we are restricting resources to groups, agencies and professionals who offer services likely to be of interest to the local LGBTQ communities. In subsequent queer, or questioning youth (ages 14- editions we expect to broaden the scope to include commercial establishments that do 23). The group is run by ARCH (HIV/ not offer professional services. NOTE: The only resources that we include that are not Youth Resources AIDS Resources & Community Health). based in Waterloo-Wellington are Ontario-wide service agencies. Currently, Pride & Prejudice is offered
by trained, LGBTQ facilitators in Guelph Audience: This publication has two target audiences: (1) members of the local LGBTQ Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line. Peer- and Owen Sound. communities who are interested in learning about resources that are available to them, support phone line for lesbian, gay, https://www.facebook.com/ARCHPridePrejudice/ and (2) professionals in the local service agencies who would like to be able to refer cli- bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two- ents of theirs appropriately. spirited, queer and questioning young people. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 268- Origins: Initial gathering of this data began August 2012, when SPECTRUM – Waterloo 9688. http://www.youthline.ca/ Region’s Rainbow Community Space first opened its doors. The information was placed at first on a bulletin board in the SPECTRUM Office. When SPECTRUM spun off from the Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition in February 2013, SPECTRUM created its own website with the directory information online as part of the website. With time, the num- ber of categories in the online directory grew and the amount of information increased.
In July 2014, SPECTRUM decided that it would be useful to publish a condensed ver- sion of the online directory – retaining every entry, but shortening each one to a managea- YOUR AD HERE! ble form. Additional information was gathered by sending review copies to local profes- sionals in the social service sector. Edition 1.0 was published 2014, October. This is a unique advertising opportunity for businesses and organi- Format: The publication is in booklet format (8.5" x 5.5"). Directory entries are grouped zations, since “The Rainbow Pages” is a directory of resources of into categories, which are arranged alphabetically. interest to the local rainbow community, and is consulted by many individuals and agencies. It will be available not only in print for- Availability: SPECTRUM is making Edition 3.0 available in print and electronic format. The most recent version is found at http://ourspectrum.com/resources/rainbow- mat, but also online (as we have done in the last couple of years). directory/
We expect to issue Edition 3.1 of The Rainbow Pages in late 2017. Feedback: Send suggestions for additions/changes to [email protected]
Our rates are $250 for a half-page ad, and $400 for a full-page ad. SPECTRUM For location and hours of opening, see website. We can also make arrangements for other sizes as well. Please note Website: http://ourspectrum.com/ that a full-page is 5.5”x8.5”, and we need some room for margins. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SpectrumCommunitySpace Twitter: @our_SPECTRUM Email: [email protected] Contact us at [email protected]
22 3 tri-Pride Community Association. stages of the coming out process. queer and trans community, and acts as Arts Organizations/Events Produces the LGBTQ pride festival cele- [email protected]. U. of Guelph. a social outlet and resource centre. bration in Waterloo Region. http://www.facebook.com/WLURainbowCentre Cliterature. A transformational and http://www.tri-pride.ca/ and Conestoga Gay-Straight Alliance. A artful celebration of women’s sexuality https://www.facebook.com/ social support group for the queer com- triPrideCommunityAssociation/ Wedding Officiants featuring erotic readings, film, photog- munity and their supportive friends at raphy, music, dance and more. Conestoga College. http://secrettevents.com/ Counsellors/Therapists http://www.facebook.com/groups/conestogagsa Grand River Unitarian Congregation. Rev. Jessica Rodela works with licensed
Guelph Pride. Organizes an annual cele- Glow Centre for Sexual and Gender officiants who are trained and experi- bration for Guelph's Queer Armar Counselling, Rachel Mahrer, Diversity. A student organization at the enced in a variety of traditions; they (LGBTTIQQ2A) community, their MSW, RSW. Specialities: sexual orienta- University of Waterloo that offers dis- perform same-sex wedding ceremonies. tion and gender identity/expression. friends, families, and allies of all ages. cussion groups, social events, Kitchener. [email protected] Waterloo & Guelph offices. advocacy opportunities, awareness http://www.grandriverunitarian.ca/ http://www.guelphpride.com/ and 519 830-6389. campaigns, resources, and information. http://www.facebook.com/ http://armarcounselling.wordpress.com/ 519 888-4567 ext. 38569 Harcourt Memorial United Church. groups/113505482017185/ Performs same-sex weddings. You do Student Life Centre (SLC) 2102, UW. Carm De Santis. Specialities in sexual not have to be a member of the congre- Kitchener-Waterloo Poetry Slam. http://www.feds.ca/glow/ and orientation, gender orientation, and http://www.facebook.com/glowuw gation to be married at Harcourt. The Sponsors a series of community- sexual expression. Kink friendly and ceremonies are in the liberal Christian building spoken-word poetry events in queer positive. Guelph. 519 835-3652. Guelph Queer Equality (GQE). Provides tradition. Guelph. 519 824-4177. Kitchener/Waterloo. LGBTQ-friendly. http://www.bestco.info/therapistlocatorpf.php? a safe space and supportive environ- [email protected] http://www.kwpoetryslam.com/ SubmitAction=Name&txtName=Carm ment for all people in the trans, bisexu- http://www.harcourtuc.ca/
al, lesbian, and gay community. People OutFest. Promotes and fosters LGBTQ Christopher Heap, M.A. Counsellor of all races, religions, sexual orienta- Marty Papernick. A wedding officiant arts in the Waterloo-Wellington region working with children, adults, and sen- tions, genders, ages, and abilities are with All Seasons Weddings. He is based and in South Western Ontario. iors with individual and couple therapy. welcome. University of Guelph, 519 in Fergus. He does spiritual or non– http://page1.productions/outfest He has experience working with clients 824-4120 ext.56702. [email protected] denominational ceremonies, and also with concerns regarding gender identity Rainbow Chorus Waterloo-Wellington. http://www.facebook.com/gqe.uofg same-sex weddings. and sexual orientation. Presents concerts by amateur local non- http://allseasonsweddings.com/wedding- Guelph. 519 240-1567 UW Women’s Centre. Provides a fe- officiants/profile/marty-papernick auditioned choral singers. www.chrisheaptherapy.com male-positive and supportive environ- http://www.rainbowchorus.ca/ and http://www.facebook.com/rainbowchorusguelph ment on campus for women and trans Rev. Sharon Ketchum. Specializes in Holly Mathers. Specialities: illness, be- folk. 519 888-4567 x33457. meaningful, individualized same-sex reavement, sexual orientation and gen- Rainbow Reels Queer Film Festival http://www.feds.ca/women/ weddings, and is a licensed wedding (QFF). Presents new films that increase der identity. Kitchener. officiant of Unity Kitchener. awareness of queer, lesbian, gay, bisex- 519 513-9216. http://hopeforfamilies.net/ WLU Centre for Women and Trans Peo- http://www.unitykitchener.com/ ual & trans issues. ple. A student service that strives to Inclusive Counselling, Consulting & http://www.facebook.com/rainbowreels build a community of people and ideas Unitarian Congregation of Guelph. Training. Allisa Scott specializes in di- that challenge and examine gender Performs same-sex weddings. Ceremo- SPECTRUM Reading Circle. Join us as versity, gender and sexuality, and iden- inequalities. 519 884-0710 x 4444. ny traditions celebrate the Judeo- tifies in the community as well. Zhe can we read short stories and articles fol- https://www.facebook.com/wlucwt/ Christian, the non traditional, the hu- lowed by a discussion. At SPECTRUM. write HRT letters for trans-identified manist, pagan, liberal roots from which https://www.facebook.com/groups/ people. Works with kink and poly- WLU Rainbow Centre. Advocates for Unitarianism arose. 519 836-3443. ReadingCircle.SPECTRUM/ identified people. Waterloo Region. and provides awareness about the http://www.guelph-unitarians.com/ 519 749-9505. http://www.inclusive-cct.ca/ 4 21 Good Laughs. A social gathering at a E. Kitchener. More info: 519 570-4595. Jess Crowe MSW, RSW. Specialities OK2BME at KW Counselling Services. restaurant; a safe space for transgender include: sexuality and gender identity. Offers LGBTQ-positive individual and people to explore their identity in the Trans Fams. Are you interested in fun St. Agatha. 519 746-2323 x305 family counselling for children, teens, community; open to allies as well. social time with other families with http://socounselling.com/therapists/jess-crowe/ and their parents. All Therapeutic Email: [email protected] Counsellors hold a Master’s degree in a Trans and Gender Independent Kids in K Karen Grierson, Marriage & Family https://www.facebook.com/goodlaughs81/ counselling-related discipline, and have -W? Our events are mostly potlucks Therapist. Specialities: gender identity extensive knowledge and experience with playing and sometimes swimming and fluidity, sexual orientations, BDSM, Langs Community Health Centre (CHC) dealing with issues related to sexual as well. Contact Holly for more info at polyamory, and swingers. Kitchener. and its North Dumfries CHC satellite and gender diversity. All services are [email protected] or 519 513- 519 722-2395. http://www.kgrierson.com/ provide primary health care (including free of charge. Kitchener. 9216. transgender sensitive care) and health 519 884-0000. http://ok2bme.ca/ promotion programs to the Cambridge Kevin Stafford, M.Sc. Speciality: gender Trans Lifeline. The line is primarily for community and residents of North identity. Queer, Trans, Gay, Poly and transgender people experiencing a cri- Suzanne Welstead. Specialties in rela- Dumfries Township. A transgender Kink friendly. Guelph. 519 767-6581. sis. Staffed by transgender volunteers. tionship difficulties, sexual orientation, drop-in group and Gender Journeys http://www.kevinstafford.com/ Canada: 1 877 330-6366. gender identity and/or expression, pain group runs at various times throughout http://www.translifeline.org/ Kris Pryke. A psychologist who provides during sex, low desire, and erectile dys- the year. Current program information a full range of assessment and counsel- function. Guelph office at 519 994- is at http://www.langs.org/ For more Trans Resources 2013. A reference list ling services to children, adolescents, 3327. http://www.suzannewelstead.com/ information or to become a patient of links to transgender resources com- young adults, and families. She also please call 519 653-1470 (Cambridge) piled by Allisa Scott, Inclusive Counsel- works with trans-identified people. or 519 632-1229 (North Dumfries). ling, Consulting & Training (ICC&T). Waterloo. 519 496-9555. Distress Support http://inclusive-cct.nfshost.com/ http://www.drkrispryke.com/ Rainbow Health Ontario (RHO). A prov- Trans_Resources_2013.html ince-wide program that works to im- Here 24 Seven. The front door to the Transgender Health Care at the ARCH KW Counselling Services. Diverse range prove the health and well-being of les- addictions, mental health and crisis Clinic. Inclusive and respectful primary of programs, including those for the bian, gay, bisexual and transgender services provided by 12 agencies across health care for Transgender people in LGBTQ community. people in Ontario through education, Waterloo-Wellington-Dufferin. They Guelph and the surrounding area. Hor- http://www.kwcounselling.com/ research, outreach and public policy monal treatment options for those maintain a 24-hour addictions/mental advocacy. Their website contains, health crisis line at 1 844 437-3247 looking for medical support through Leah Neumann MSW, RSW, LCSW. among other things, some information (HERE247). http://here247.ca/ transitioning. Guelph. Specialities: sexual orientation, gender about LGBTQ Health matters. 416 324- http://www.archguelph.ca/transgender-health-care expression and identity, and HRT readi- 4100. ness assessments. Waterloo. Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line. Peer- http://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/ Waterloo Region Transgender Net- 226 220-8766. http://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/ support phone line for lesbian, gay, work. Shares resources and makes con- name/Leah_Neumann_MSW,RSW,LCSW_Waterloo_Ontario_87989 bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two- SPECTRUM Transgender Peer Support nections with others with the trans spirited, queer and questioning young Group. Provides a safe and supportive community in Waterloo Region and Melinda Burns, M.A. Psychotherapist people. Toll-free Phone: 1 800 268- environment for anyone that identifies working with adults and teenagers and surrounding area. 9688. http://www.youthline.ca/ within the trans/gender variant umbrel- http://www.facebook.com/groups/146804022626/ couples (heterosexual and same-sex), la. @ SPECTRUM. on relationship and family issues, com- OUTline ONline. A resource and sup- http://ourspectrum.com/trans-services/ munication and conflict resolution, self- port service specializing in questions University/College Groups esteem and assertiveness. Experience: relating to sexual orientation and gen- Self-Help Alliance Transgender Peer coming out issues, sexual orientation, Support Group. For individuals who der identity based at the U. of Guelph. and gender identity and expression. https://studentlife.uoguelph.ca/community/ identify as transgender or are question- CampOUT. A social/support group for Guelph. 519 763-9160. LGBTQ/OUTlineONline and ing. Self Help Alliance, 67 King St questioning students and those at all http://www.melindaburns.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/UoGOUTline 20 5 Groups and Services for Survivors of YWCA – Kitchener-Waterloo – Mary’s other men, to socialize and plan enjoya- http://www.facebook.com/SpectrumCommunitySpace
Sexual Abuse. Groups for survivors (of Place. A 60-bed emergency shelter for ble social outings in Guelph & Welling- WOODS (Women Out Opening Doors any gender) of sexual abuse; groups for women (16 and older), transgendered ton county. Socially). We are a lesbian-identified their partners; facilitated dialogue for people, and families who are experienc- http://www.outontheshelf.com/programming/ social group with members currently family members. Run by Community ing homelessness. Parents of either aged 30-60+, from Kitchener, Waterloo, Justice Initiatives. 519 744-6549. gender with children who are homeless Queer Pagan Discussion Group. A dis- Cambridge, Guelph, Hamilton, Toronto, https://cjiwr.com/revive/revive-groups-survivors/ are welcome to stay at Mary's Place. cussion and social group based in Kitch- St. Thomas etc. Emergency housing line: 519 744-0120. ener, Ontario for Pagans, Wiccans, Ása- http://woodswomen.ca/ Rainbow Bereavement Support Group. http://www.ywcakw.on.ca/emergency-shelter trú-ar, Druids, Radical Faeries, witches, All LGBTQ caregivers, spouses, friends mystics, seekers, etc. interested in ex- suffering loss. Waterloo Region. Faith/Spiritual Groups ploring LGBTQ-related myth, lore, mag- Transgender Resources [email protected] ic, ritual, beliefs and practices. http://www.facebook.com/groups/303450009706947/
Sexual Assault Support Centre of Wa- Christ Lutheran Church. A full-inclusion Dr. Cameron John Purdon. An endocri- Queercraft—Queer Crafting Group. For terloo Region. Provides a support line congregation of the Eastern Synod of nologist with extensive experience knitters, crocheters and kindred spirits. for anyone who has experienced sexual the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Can- working with the local transgender Powered by SPECTRUM. violence as a child or adult, and their ada. Waterloo. 519 885-4050. community in the area of hormone re- http://www.facebook.com/ friends and families. 24-hour crisis & http://www.christwaterloo.ca/ placement therapy. Since he is a spe- groups/839792702759477/ support line. 519 741-8633. cialist, a referral from anoth- http://www.sascwr.org/ Emmanuel United Church. Acknowl- Secrett Events. Creates community- er medical professional is re- edges all as children of God regardless based, non-profit events like Clitera- quired. Guelph. 519 763-6201. Toronto AIDS and Sexual Health Infor- of age, gender, gender identity, sexual ture, Lesbo Bingo and Secrett Mystery mation Line. A province-wide, free, orientation, race, ethnic background, Bus Tour. http://secrettevents.com/ Gender Intersect. A hub for trans and anonymous service staffed by profes- ability or economic circumstance. Wa- gender-independent folks to come to- sional, multidisciplinary and multicultur- terloo. 519 886-1471. Southern Ontario Leather Association gether to find support and community al counsellors. Toll free: 1 800 668- http://www.emmanueluc.ca/ (SOLA). A pansexual organization dedi- in Guelph and the surrounding area. A 2437. http://sexualhealthontario.ca/sexual- cated to education and understanding health-resources/ Erb St. Mennonite Church. A welcoming monthly meet-ups as well as a variety of the leather/BDSM/Fetish community. of other workshops, events, and pro- and inclusive community of diverse per- http://leathertraditions.ca/ gramming. [email protected] Trans Lifeline. The line is primarily for sons where all are welcome and affirmed. Waterloo. 519 886-3570 http://www.facebook.com/groups/170579512997452 transgender people experiencing a cri- SPECTRUM Reading Circle. Join us as sis. Staffed by transgender volunteers. http://erbstchurch.ca/ we read short stories and articles fol- Gender-Neutral Washrooms in Water- Canada: 1 877 330-6366. lowed by a discussion. At SPECTRUM. Grand River Unitarian Congregation. A loo Region. A listing of public wash- http://www.translifeline.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/ rooms in Waterloo Region not restrict- Welcoming Congregation, openly ReadingCircle.SPECTRUM/ ed to a particular gender. This list in- Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo affirming of the worth and dignity of cludes 100+ buildings and has an associ- Region. Programs to help women and ALL persons. Kitchener. 519 742-0432. SPECTRUM. Waterloo Region’s http://www.grandriverunitarian.ca/ LGBTQ community space. Offers a vari- ated Google map. By SPECTRUM. children move beyond violence, includ- http://ourspectrum.com/projects/gender-neutral-restrooms/ ety of services and programs (see back ing 24-hour support lines. Telephone: Harcourt Memorial United Church. A cover) - lending library (films and 24 Hour Support - Cambridge 519 653- welcoming/affirming ministry that Gender-Variant Working Group. Aims books), peer support groups, games 2422 | Kitchener-Waterloo 519 742- works for inclusion and justice for gay, to create a thriving LGBTQ community group, reading circle, social events, in- 5894 | Toll-Free 1 800 410-4482. lesbian, bisexual & transgender people that fully includes gender variance by http://www.wcswr.org/ formation hub for the community. Drop within the United Church and society. building awareness, education and sup- -in hours listed at http://ourspectrum.com/ Guelph 519 824-4177 http://www.harcourtuc.ca/ port in Waterloo Region and beyond. and http://www.facebook.com/WWGenderVariance 6 19 and fine art. Kitchener. LGBTQ bowling group, that meets every KW El-Tawhid Circle. A progressive Mennonite tradition, we are people of http://www.girlcrimson.com/ Sunday except holidays (September to Muslim social and prayer group which is diverse gender identities and sexual May). Meets at Brunswick Frederick gender equal and LGBTQ affirmative. orientations. We welcome all to partici- Kennery Photography. Heather Ken- Lanes, 385 Frederick Plaza, Kitchener. More information: Fran at pate in the full life and ministry of our nery is an LGBTQ-friendly photographer http://www.kwfriendsofdorothy.ca/ [email protected]. church, including membership, baptism, who focuses on the tiny details that marriage, congregational leadership, turn into the beautiful big picture; a Gay Men’s Social Group (Cambridge/ KW Living Room Community of Faith. and pastoral ministry. We celebrate and picture that will stand the test of time Guelph/Kitchener/Waterloo). A Face- An independent church that is not part affirm the image of God in all persons on your mantel! Kitchener. book group to post events, news, infor- of a larger denomination. LGBT people as we commit to being a community of http://www.facebook.com/KenneryPhotography mation, chat and meet others in the are fully included in our community at hospitality, love, and grace. Kitchener.
community. all levels, including church leadership. 519 745-4769 . LJ Studios – Photography – Makeup – http://www.facebook.com/groups/68553771728/ Kitchener. http://www.stirlingmennonite.ca/ Art. Specializing in Weddings, Destina- http://www.thekwlivingroom.ca/ and tion Weddings, Portraiture, Boudoir and ORG—SPECTRUM's Outdoor Recrea- http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-KW-Living- Trinity Lutheran Church. Has been an Makeup Artistry. tion Group for urbane queers, Sunday Room/113324018728740 inclusive, welcoming and affirming con- https://www.facebook.com/LJStudiosKW/ afternoons. We explore the Tri-Cities gregation for many years. New Ham- Mount Zion Lutheran Church. A wel- and beyond, under the open sky, end- burg. 519 662-1810. http://www.telc.ca/ Unique Journeys Photography. Josce- ing triumphantly at a watering hole for coming and affirming congregation in lyn Guindon. Capture your special mo- refreshments and a post-mortem. the university neighbourhood. Water- Unitarian Congregation of Guelph. ments with Unique Journeys Photog- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ORG.WR/ loo. 519 886-5820. http://www.mzlc.ca/ Welcomes the membership and active raphy, whether it is a wedding, family participation of lesbians, gay men, and portraits or other special events. We Out On The Page. Out On The Page is a Parkminster United Church. An Affirm- bisexual and transgender people. have worked with diverse families from writer's circle for queer authors in ing United Church Congregation that Guelph. 519 836-3443. various backgrounds, including the rain- Guelph that meets to to talk about openly welcomes the LGBTQ communi- http://www.guelph-unitarians.com/ bow community. Waterloo. writing, their current projects, and to ty as part our faith group. Waterloo. http://www.facebook.com/uniquejourneysphotography help each other with the writing and 519 885-0935. http://www.parkuc.ca/ Unity Kitchener. Believes that sexual
publishing process. orientation is one of the many unique Queer Pagan Discussion Group. A dis- http://www.facebook.com/groups/OutOnThePage/ ways in which God expresses Itself Social Groups / Spaces cussion and social group based in Kitch- though us and is to be celebrated and Out on the Shelf. A library and re- ener, Ontario for Pagans, Wiccans, Ása- honoured as part of who we are! source centre for the LGBTQ communi- trú-ar, Druids, Radical Faeries, witches, Kitchener. 519 894-0810. day5games. Join us as we gather at our ty. They also host social events for this mystics, seekers, etc. interested in ex- http://www.unitykitchener.com/ space to play board-games & card diverse community and work to provide ploring LGBTQ-related myth, lore, mag- games, to assemble jigsaw puzzles, and opportunities for its members to meet. ic, ritual, beliefs and practices. Waterloo North Mennonite Church. http://www.facebook.com/groups/303450009706947/ to fiddle with constructions, in an infor- Guelph. http://www.outontheshelf.com/ Welcomes people regardless of race, mal atmosphere. @ SPECTRUM. Queerly Christian. We welcome people ethnic background, age, gender and https://www.facebook.com/groups/day5games/ Queer Men’s Social Network (Q2MSN). of all gender and sexual minorities who gender identity, sexual orientation, in- A monthly discussion group for all EhBC. A group interested bondage, identify as Christian, regardless of de- come, or education. Waterloo. 519 888- queer and questioning, cis and trans 6113. https://www.waterloonorthmc.org/ discipline, domination and submission. men into men - gay, bisexual, queer, nomination, church membership status, A few members are also members of polysexual, pansexual, two-spirit and or church attendance. Waterloo. Wesley United Church. Open to all peo- the LGBTQ community. beyond. Discussion of topics relevant http://erbstchurch.ca/program/queerly-christian/ ple including, but not limited to: Con- http://www.ehbc.ca/ to our challenges/successes as a com- ventional Christians and questioning munity as well as an opportunity for Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church. As Friends of Dorothy Bowling League. An skeptics, believers and agnostics, wom- queer and questioning men to meet followers of Jesus in the Anabaptist en and men, all sexual orientations, all 18 7 classes and abilities. Cambridge 519 families and their communities. http:// NOTE: This agency is listed as a Positive Cambridge. 519 772-8787. 621-6060. http://www.wesleyunited.ca/ www.facebook.com/groups/318927394811937/ Space with OCASI (Ontario Council of http://communitysupportconnections.org/ Agencies Serving Immigrants ). Home and Community Care – Waterloo Westminster United Church. An open- Financial Services Kitchener & Cambridge offices. spirited, affirming, child-friendly con- http://www.ymcacambridgekw.ca/en/immigrant- Wellington Local Health Integration gregation. Waterloo. 519 746-6080. services/Immigrant-Services.asp Network. Gets people the care they http://www.westminsterunited.ca/ A*Base Business Services Inc. Provides need to stay well, heal at home and
personal income tax preparation, and Immigration Legal Services stay safely in their homes longer. When Family Resources also tax preparation and accounting for home is no longer an option, we help small businesses. Bonnie J. Babin, the people make the transition to other Jackman Nazami & Associates. Barba- primary consultant of A*Base Business ra Jackman and her firm handle same- living arrangements. Formerly supplied Family & Children’s Services of Guelph Services Inc., has many years experi- sex immigration matters. Based in To- by the local CCAC (Community Care and Wellington County - Adoption & ence and operates in Guelph. She has ronto. http://www.jackmannazami.com/ Access Centre). Fostering. Places children for adoption been a supporter of local LGBTQ events http://healthcareathome.ca/ww/ or fostering with a wide variety of peo- and publications for many years. Keith MacMillan. Keith is a Staff Lawyer ple, including single persons and same 519 837-1524 http://www.abase.ca/ at the Refugee Law Office – Hamilton, Hospice of Waterloo Region. Provides sex couples. Guelph. 519 824-2410. and has experience in working with bereavement and grief support for indi- http://www.fcsgw.org/adoption-fostering/ Renna Financial Team. Focuses on viduals and in support groups. estate, retirement, investment and tax LGBTQ-identified refugees. Hamilton. Family and Children’s Services of the 905 528-0134. http://www.hospicewaterloo.ca/ planning. She is a supporter of our Waterloo Region. Experience in arrang- community and operates in Cambridge. Public Pensions. Information on apply- ing for same-sex couples to foster or to Mary Joseph Law Office. A full-service http://www.yourdreamourcommitment.com/ ing for the CPP (Canada Pension Plan) adopt children. Kitchener. Canadian Immigration law practice, with expertise in various areas including retirement pension and the OAS (Old 519 576-1329 Ext. 3111. Age Security) pension is at https://www.facswaterloo.org/ same-sex sponsorships. Based in Toronto. https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ http://maryjoseph.ca/ General Support Groups publicpensions.html PFLAG - Waterloo-Wellington-Perth Chapter. A chapter of PFLAG Canada, a Older Adult Resources Rainbow Bereavement Support Group. national organization that helps people OK2BME Youth Group. A drop-in, so- All LGBTQ caregivers, spouses, friends struggling with issues of sexual orienta- cial/recreational group for LGBTQ youth suffering loss. Waterloo Region. tion and gender identity. The local that provides facilitated support and Aging With Pride. Works to ensure that [email protected] chapter runs a Parents, Family & social opportunities for youth to hang there are programs and services in Friends Support Group. out with current friends and make new place to meet the needs of local LGBTQ SPECTRUM Prime. A discussion and http://www.facebook.com/PFLAG.WWP/ ones in a safe and respectful environ- older adults. social group for older LGBTQ adults. ment. Groups run on alternating Tues- http://ourspectrum.com/projects/aging-with-pride/ Waterloo Wellington Queer Parenting http://www.facebook.com/groups/624054884335553/ Sponsored by SPECTRUM. day evenings from 6-7:30pm at KW http://ourspectrum.com/older-adults-group/ Network. A Facebook group for parents Counselling Services. The group calen- Community Support Connections - who may be partnered, single, consider- dar is available at: http://ok2bme.ca/events Meals on Wheels and More. Enables ing parenthood, pregnant, parenting people to live at home with independ- and awaiting adoption or surrogate Peer Experience & Relational Support ence and dignity in Waterloo Region. Photographers birth. We support families that are (PEARS) program. It is a flexible pro- Services include: Meals on Wheels, adoptive, foster, co-parented, step- gram to connect LGBTQ+ people, their friendly visits, security calls, home GirlCrimson. Celebrating body diversity parented, blended and extended. loved ones and close friends. People maintenance, snow removal, transpor- and radical self love through photog- WWQPN organizes social, educational are paired up according to shared inter- tation, community dining. Kitchener & raphy - alternative portraits, boudoir, and advocacy-based activities for their
8 17 transgendered, or HIV+ person. refugee-services/ ests or identities, as specified by filling own work combined with continuous http://www.legit.ca/ out an online form. Guelph. ways of learning and co-operating. Reception House Waterloo Region is a http://www.outontheshelf.com/programming/ LGBTQ-friendly. Kitchener. 519 743- temporary home for government- Maja Mitreva Paralegal Services - Im- 1151. http://www.theworkingcentre.org/ assisted refugees. They have experi- migration Services. Temporary resi- SPECTRUM Drop-In Hours. Provide Waterloo Public Interest Research ence working with LGBTQ refugees. dence applications (including work per- an opportunity for people to come by Group (WPIRG). Aims to engage stu- Kitchener. 519 743-2113 mits) & permanent residence applica- and chat, check out SPECTRUM's dents and community members to be- http://receptionhouse.ca/ tions (including sponsorship and skilled resources, and borrow movies and come active citizens and volunteers on worker applications) for same-sex or SPECTRUM. Welcomes new Canadi- books. Our drop-in hours are listed at environmental, human rights, and social opposite-sex partners. Serves South- ans. A physical community space that our website http://ourspectrum.com/ and justice issues. LGBTQ-supportive . http://www.facebook.com/SpectrumCommunitySpace ern Ontario. 519 974-3172. provides information on community Waterloo. http://wpirg.org/ http://www.mmparalegal.com/ resources—with a library of DVD films Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition and books that may be borrowed. Also Mennonite Coalition for Refugee Sup- (WRRC). Promotes sustainable opportu- Health Agencies provides programs and services to the port. Provides clients with support with nities for advocacy, awareness, educa- LGBTQ community. Drop-in hours listed the legal process, and some settlement tion and community-building that are at our website: http://ourspectrum.com/ ACCKWA (AIDS Committee of Cam- support. They have experience working respectful of the diverse interests with- bridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area). A with LGBTQ refugees. Kitchener. 519 in the Rainbow community. Waterloo Region Immigration. A com- non-profit organization dedicated to 571-1912 http://www.mcrs.ca/ http://www.yourwrrc.ca/ and munity partnership of organizations and supporting people who are infected, http://www.facebook.com/WRRC.Info community representatives in settle- affected and at risk for HIV/AIDS; it MSM Sexual Health Resource. Infor- ment, health, community, social ser- Waterloo Region Rainbow Profession- strives to create awareness about HIV/ mation guide for new Canadian men vices, business, employment and edu- als Network A forum to support con- AIDS in the community. 519 570-3687. who are gay, bisexual or other men cation systems that believe by working nections between professionals oper- http://www.acckwa.com/ who have sex with men (MSM) and together, they enhance their collective ating within the Waterloo Region queer what to do to avoid HIV and other STIs. ARCH (HIV/AIDS Resources & Commu- potential for positive impact to support and questioning community. You must http://www.new2ontario.ca/ nity Health). Provides multidisciplinary the successful settlement and integra- request to join this LinkedIn group. services, education and support in the tion of immigrants locally. They main- http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Waterloo-Region- Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Rainbow-Professionals-Network-3509335/about area of HIV and AIDS through innova- tain a list of local immigrant settlement Immigrants – Positive Spaces Initiative. tive health promotion strategies and organizations. Kitchener. Developed to share resources and in- Wednesday Night Discussion Group community partnerships. 519 763-2255. crease organizational capacity across 519 575-4757 ext. 3172. (WNDG). Provides a comfortable envi- http://www.archguelph.ca/ the sector to more effectively serve http://www.immigrationwaterlooregion.ca/ ronment for the discussion of issues immigration-partnership/ LGBTQ newcomers. They encourage pertaining to sexual orientation and Guelph Community Health Centre. Pro- agencies that deliver newcomer ser- YMCAs of Cambridge & Kitchener- gender identity for the purposes of peer vides innovative primary health services vices to sign on as a Positive Space. Waterloo - Immigrant Services. One of support and social networking. and community programs, mainly for http://www.positivespaces.ca/ http://wndg.ca/ and our priority groups, which include those the primary settlement agencies within http://www.facebook.com/WNDG.CA who are homeless, on low income, or Rainbow Newcomers. A place for Waterloo Region, and acts as a 'first stop' for newcomers, supporting their Working Centre. Sponsors the Job otherwise disadvantaged. Guelph. 519 LGBTQ-identified immigrants and refu- 821-6638. http://www.guelphchc.ca/ gees to socialize with local residents, continual process of settlement through Search Resource Centre, St. John’s a comprehensive client centred ap- Kitchen, Community Tools, Access to and discuss issues related to being a Kitchener Downtown Community newcomer to Canada. Sponsored by proach. Their programming includes Technology, Affordable Supportive English practice, learning about Canadi- Housing and the Waterloo School for Health Centre (KDCHC). Provides prima- SPECTRUM. More information: an culture and getting involved with the Community Development. Aims to give ry health care to eligible Kitchener resi- [email protected] dents and facilitates access to a broad http://ourspectrum.com/projects/immigrant-and- community through group activities. people access to tools to create their range of health and social services 16 9 through referrals and community part- SHORE Centre—Sexual Health Options, addictions, mental health and crisis New Canadians nerships. Focuses on clients who have Resources & Education. Formerly services provided by 12 agencies across barriers to accessing health care and Planned Parenthood. Provides sexual Waterloo-Wellington-Dufferin. They often have health inequities –including health counselling and educational ser- maintain a 24-hour addictions/mental Carizon Counselling and Family Ser- isolated seniors, youth at-risk, people vices based upon a strong belief in self health crisis line at 1 844 437-3247 vices. Carizon provides counselling to with low-incomes, new Canadians and determination, and an understanding (HERE247). http://here247.ca/ people who have come through the people who are homeless/homeless at that we all need accurate and current immigration system, in particular refu- risk. Kitchener. 519 745-4404. http:// information to make choices and deci- House of Friendship. Offers a program gees through the Promise of Partner- www.kdchc.org/ sions appropriate for all stages of our in addiction services: Supporting ship: Aligning Mental Health Services lives. Kitchener. 519 743-9360. Healthy Lives. http://www.houseoffriendship.org/ for Privately and Sponsored Refugees. Langs Community Health Centre. Langs http://www.shorecentre.ca/ They have experience working with is an inclusive organization that pro- Rainbow Connections. Waterloo Re- LGBTQ refugees. Kitchener. vides primary health care service to the Sanguen Health Centre. Provides edu- gion's first LGBTQ and Mental Health 519 743-6333 http://www.carizon.ca/ residents of the Cambridge community. cation, outreach, support, and compre- Group, which meets the 1st & 3rd The North Dumfries Satellite CHC which hensive, expert medical care for those Thursday of the month at Self Help Alli- Information Sheet: Making an LGBTI is located in Ayr, provides service to the in Waterloo Region and Wellington- ance, located at 67 King Street East, Refugee Protection Claim in Canada. residents of North Dumfries Township. Dufferin-Guelph living with or at risk for Kitchener. Call 519 570-4595 to verify The primary audience are individuals For more info: 519 653-1470, Dial Ext Hepatitis C. Waterloo & Guelph. meeting date and time, or for more who are considering seeking asylum in 221. http://www.langs.org/ http://sanguen.com/ information. Canada due to persecution, violence or
Waterloo Wellington Local Health Inte- threats because they are lesbian, gay, Rainbow Health Ontario (RHO). A prov- Self Help Alliance provides services gration Network (WWLHIN). Plans, bisexual, transsexual, transgender or ince-wide program that works to im- offered by people for people who have integrates, and funds health services for intersex (LGBTI), or because others per- prove the health and well-being of les- experienced a mental health and / or Waterloo-Wellington. Gathers infor- ceive them to be. Prepared by EGALE. bian, gay, bisexual and trans people in addiction issue. Among their services mation on the needs of the general 416 964-7887. Ontario through education, research, are peer support groups; one of these http://egale.ca/infosheet-lgbti-refugee- public, but also on the needs of specific outreach and public policy advocacy. at the Kitchener site is the Rainbow protection/ communities, including the local LGBTQ Their website contains, among other Connections. They are affiliated with communities. Kitchener. 519 650-4472. Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Cen- things, some information about LGBTQ the Canadian Mental Health Associa- http://www.waterloowellingtonlhin.on.ca/ tre. Assists with job search services, health matters. 416 324-4100. tion - Waterloo Wellington Dufferin. interpretation and translations services, http://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/ Cambridge, Guelph and Kitchener. Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public assistance with settlement needs, Health. Offers sexual health services, http://cmhawwselfhelp.ca/ Region of Waterloo Public Health. Has settlement counselling and employ- including sexually transmitted infection a Sexual Health and Harm Reduction Supportive Housing of Waterloo ment counselling , completion of gov- (STI) testing and treatment and Anony- Program, which provides confidential, (SHOW). Provides housing and harm ernment forms and other documenta- mous HIV tests. Guelph . 519 822-2715. non-judgemental testing, health teach- reduction services for people dealing tion needs. Kitchener. Part of Positive ing, and treatment for sexually trans- http://www.wdgpublichealth.ca/ with substance abuse and homeless- Spaces initiative of OCASI (Ontario mitted infections (including HIV). Coun- ness. Waterloo Region. Council of Agencies Serving Immi- selling services are also available for a http://www.showaterloo.org/ grants ). 519 745-2531. http://www.kwmc.on.ca/ variety of topic areas (including healthy Health / Wellness relationships, sexual orientation, sexual LEGIT—A site providing information for Thresholds Homes and Supports. Pro- assault referrals and harm reduction same-sex couples interested in immi- Beth Murch, Doula , Placenta Service vides access to affordable housing and supplies distribution). Waterloo and grating to Canada. It also includes basic Provider, Educator, Village Wyse flexible, individualized supports for peo- Cambridge. 519 575-4400. information on applying as a refugee Womyn. Non-medical support person, ple dealing with mental health prob- http://chd.region.waterloo.on.ca/ because of fear of persecution against providing emotional, physical, and in- lems. http://www.thresholdssupports.ca/ you as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, 10 15 John Howard Society of Waterloo- Practices in various areas, including formational support to families during Guelph Food Bank. Offers food ham- Wellington. Takes a holistic and broad “Same-Sex Marriage Contracts” and pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum pers, community support and local dis- approach to crime prevention that as- “Same-Sex Separation / Divorce”. period. Also provides medical appoint- aster relief to those in need. sumes myriad factors (including social Kitchener. 519 742-4297. ment accompaniment for reproductive http://guelphfoodbank.ca/ and community factors) contribute to http://www.mgdlawyers.ca/ procedures (abortion, miscarriage sup- crime. It does this by offering a variety port, pap smears, STI testing, etc.). She Sherman Law LLP. Practices in various of prevention, intervention, educational has experience serving cis and trans Income Support areas including “Same-Sex Family Law and service programs to individuals. birthing individuals, monogamous and Issues.” Kitchener. 519 884-0034. Kitchener 519 743-6071 | Cambridge polyamorous families. Kitchener. 519 Ontario Disability Support Program. If http://www.sherman-law.com/ you have a disability and need help with 519 622-0815 | Guelph 519 836-1501. 998-3204. http://johnhoward.on.ca/waterloo/ your living expenses, you may be eligi- Tania Harper Family Law. Provides http://www.freewebs.com/bethmurch/ ble for the Ontario Disability Support Waterloo Region Crime Prevention various services, among them dealing Mama B's Potions & Notions. Artisanal Program (ODSP). Council (WRCPC). A community collabo- with “Same-sex couple family law is- http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/ treats in the form of healing roots and rative that works for social justice and sues.” Waterloo. positive change by addressing the root 1 888 202-3454. http://taniaharper.com/ herbs to tame a disruption in your Ontario Works. Helps people who are causes of crime. It is an advisory com- body's harmony, nutritional support, or in financial need. It offers financial as- mittee to the Region of Waterloo and Waterloo Region Community Legal just some fancy bath and body care sistance, employment assistance and consists of 28 members representing Services (WRCLS). Provides access to products. Kitchener. 519 998-3204. emergency assistance. http:// the community, social services, educa- justice for people living on low incomes https://www.facebook.com/mamabpotions/ www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/ow/ tion, health, planning, justice, police in an inclusive and respectful way. The and community partners. Waterloo. focus of WRCLS includes the protection QSY Queer & Trans Yoga. For folks who 519 575-4400. of housing, and protection of income. identify as queer, trans, LGBTQ+ By Lower Rental Housing http://www.preventingcrime.ca/ For other matters, they will assist in Queen Street Yoga. Beginner-friendly, making appropriate referrals to other body-positive space. $5 class; no one Beaver Creek Housing Cooperative. A agencies and programs. Kitchener. diverse place to live with people of Legal Services turned away due to lack of funds. 519 743-0254. http://www.wrcls.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/qsyqty/ different cultures, races, religious and political beliefs, sexual orientations, and Hanley Law Office. Operated by Si- Woynarski Szymura Kelly. Jennifer M. Soap Monkey. Skincare service: hand- income brackets. Waterloo. 519 886- obhan Ann Hanley, who practices in Bolduc is a member of the LGBTQ com- crafted soaps and potions by Sara Cas- 1081. http://beavercreek.coop/ many areas of law, including “same-sex munity and provides family law, em- selman. Custom orders. Kitchener. relationship laws.” Guelph. 519 824- ployment law, and other civil litigation https://www.facebook.com/soapmonkeysara/ Bread and Roses Co-operative Homes. 2586. http://www.siobhanlaw.com/ Offers safe and affordable housing to services for the Waterloo Region and their members. An LGBTQ-friendly resi- surrounding areas. Contact Jennifer at Maja Mitreva Paralegal Services - Im- dence. Kitchener. 519 742-4886. 519 620-1162 ext. 226. migration Services. Temporary resi- Housing/Food/Income Support http://www.breadandrosescoop.org/ http://www.woynarski.ca/ dence applications (including work per- mits) & permanent residence applica- Homes for Queers KW. A Facebook See also: New Canadians—Immigration tions (including sponsorship and skilled Food group for helping queer, trans and two Legal Services. worker applications) for same-sex or spirit folks find housing in the KW area. opposite-sex partners. Serves South- Food Bank of Waterloo Region Main- Feel free to post if you have a spare ern Ontario. 519 974-3172. Mental Health / Addictions tains a list of food banks and organiza- room, are looking to live with someone http://www.mmparalegal.com/ tions that provide food and/or meals. new, or if you want to report a bad http://www.thefoodbank.ca/ landlord/unsafe building. McLeod Green Dewar LLP & Associates. Here 24 Seven. The front door to the https://www.facebook.com/groups/ homesforqueerskw/ 14 11 Region of Waterloo - Affordable Com- Real Estate port the local rainbow community. it with opportunities for its members to munity Housing. The Region of Water- http://agents.royallepage.ca/tanaroud and meet. Guelph. http://agents.royallepage.ca/barbroud loo offers a number of housing options Charlotte Zawada. A sales representa- http://www.outontheshelf.ca/ to meet a variety of needs. tive with RE/MAX Twin City Realty. She Rainbow Community Calendar. A http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/ has been a supporter of local LGBTQ Information / Publications servicesforyou/housing.asp monthly publication for the rainbow events. 519 579-4110. http://www.buyahomesellahouse.com/ community of Waterloo Region with ACCKWA (AIDS Committee of Cam- Shelter and Supportive Housing. House information from the Clearinghouse for bridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & of Friendship provides a 24 hour/7 days Dawn Bott. A sales representative with Rainbow Events. Access through Area). Support for people who are in- -a-week emergency shelter for men Keller Williams Golden Triangle Realty Events tab (arranged alphabetically aged 16 years or older who are in need Inc. She is a realtor in in the Kitchener- fected, affected and at risk for HIV/ option) at http://ourspectrum.com/rainbow- AIDS; it strives to create awareness community-calendar/ of a place to stay, and supportive hous- Waterloo area; she is part of the LGBTQ about HIV/AIDS in the community. ing for individual adults. community. 519 404-4855. https://www.houseoffriendship.org/how-we- http://x383221.yourkwagent.com/ 519 570-3687. http://www.acckwa.com/ Rainbow List. A mailing list of local help/shelter-and-supportive-housing/ events and politics for the rainbow ARCH (HIV/AIDS Resources & Commu- communities of Waterloo-Wellington. Supportive Housing of Waterloo Glass Ashley Group. A Royal LePage Royal City Realty team, headed by real- nity Health). Multidisciplinary services, http://listserv.thinkers.org/mailman/listinfo/ (SHOW). Provides housing and harm rainbow_listserv.thinkers.org/ estate agent Julie Glass-Ashley, who education and support in the area of reduction services for people dealing HIV and AIDS. 519 763-2255. with substance abuse and homeless- has special training in the unique needs SPECTRUM. A physical community of older adults. She has acted as realtor http://www.archguelph.ca/ ness. Waterloo Region. space for Waterloo Region that has a http://www.showaterloo.org/ for many people in the LGBTQ commu- Clearinghouse for Rainbow Events. A library of DVD films and books that may nity. The team is based in Guelph, serv- live online listing for the rainbow com- be borrowed. Our drop-in hours are ing Waterloo-Wellington. Thresholds Homes and Supports. Pro- munity of Waterloo Region. Planning an listed at http://ourspectrum.com/ vides access to affordable housing and 519 841-1924. http://glassashley.com/ event? Check this Clearinghouse for flexible, individualized supports for peo- current events in Waterloo Region to Lisa Harlock. A sales representative ple dealing with mental health prob- minimize scheduling conflicts. Send Justice System lems. http://www.thresholdssupports.ca/ with Royal LePage in Waterloo Region. events to us at [email protected] Real estate representative for LGBTQ Access through Events tab (arranged by families and supporter of the Rainbow Wellington-County Housing Services. date option) at http://ourspectrum.com/ Community Justice Initiatives of Water- Affordable Housing. Ensures that there Pages. 519 658-1153. rainbow-community-calendar/ loo Region (CJI). Provides services in is high quality affordable housing for http://www.lisaharlock.com/ conflict resolution, group support for residents of Wellington County. Grand River Rainbow Historical Pro- persons impacted by sexual trauma, http://www.wellington.ca/en/socialservices/ Paul D. Curzon. A full-time real estate ject. Documents the history of the vari- and reintegration support for women housing.asp professional with RE/MAX Twin City ous rainbow communities in the Grand returning to the community from pris- Realty, with many years experience in River region of Southwestern Ontario. on. Kitchener. 519 744-6549. YWCA – Kitchener-Waterloo – Mary’s Kitchener-Waterloo. He has been a sup- Maintains an extensive Digital Library http://www.cjiwr.com/ Place. A 60-bed emergency shelter for porter of local LGBTQ events and publi- of local publications created by our women (16 and older), transgendered cations for many years. He proudly dis- community for our community. Elizabeth Fry Society for the Regional people, and families who are experienc- plays the rainbow flag at his website. http://www.grandriver-rainbowhistory.ca/ Municipality of Waterloo. Addresses ing homelessness. Parents of either 519 579-4110. http://extremehomes.ca/ the needs and circumstances of women gender with children who are homeless Out on the Shelf. A library and re- of all ages who are, have been, or are at are welcome to stay at Mary's Place. Tana & Barb Roud. A mother-and- source centre for the LGBTQ communi- risk of coming into conflict with the law. Emergency housing line: 519 744-0120. daughter team of sales representatives ty. They also host social events for this Kitchener. 519 579-6732. http://www.ywcakw.on.ca/emergency-shelter with Royal LePage in Guelph. They sup- diverse community and work to provide http://www.cefso.ca/waterloo.html
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