Join the Rainbow gardeners! https://www.rainbowgardensociety.org/join
This group is open to all folks 16+ who are considering having or planning to have chest reduction, reconstruction, or mastectomy surgery, otherwise known as top surgery. Its goal is to provide space and support for those navigating options, wait times and/or healing. This group is available by registration only
For more info and to register: click here
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.
For Zoom links & passwords: click here
💬 Shoot Your Shot: Photography 101 💬
Curious about photography but don’t know where to start?
Queer Calgary is teaming up with Homegrown Arts & Media Collective for a special beginner-friendly workshop is for total newbies looking to dip their toes in a low-pressure, supportive environment.
Led by local photographer and Director of Photography, Kyle Wilson, this intro session is about helping you explore whether photography is your thing, with guidance and practice. Bring your own camera (any kind!) if you have one. We’ll have a limited number available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.
Weather permitting, we’ll head outdoors for some hands-on shooting. Otherwise, we’ll work with our cozy indoor space.
When 📅: Wednesday, August 13th - 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Where📍: CommunityWise (223 12 Ave SW, Calgary)
Cost 💸: Free! Only 10 spots are available, so sign up quickly!
Free light refreshments will be provided!
This workshop was funded and made possible by United Way of Calgary and Area!
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.
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