Nov 18, 2025

QT Connect Q4 Meetup Calgary

11/18/2025, 5:00 PM

Location: Helcim, 440 2 Ave SW #400, Calgary, AB T2P 5E9, Canada


👉 Register now: https://queertech.info/QTConnect_Calgary_Q4
Please complete your registration through the link above to secure access to this event.

🌈 Join us for the QT Connect Meetup in Calgary (hosted by Helcim). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community.

Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Millennium Tower - 440 2 Ave SW #400, Calgary, AB T2P 5E9

Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals.

AFFIRMING VOICE I (Online)

11/18/2025, 6:00 PM

Location: Virtual - Zoom


This 8 week program aims to provide you with the support, knowledge and skillset to find your affirming voice. In it, we’ll explore the different ways we generate sound; learn to access many different facets of our voice; and, be supported in experimenting with these new skills in finding a way to use our voice that fells comfortable, authentic and affirming to each individual.

This program is trans-led and run in small groups (online: max. 12 | in-person: max 8) to ensure that all participants in the program are able to also get 1-on-1 support from the instructor.  

All programs are currently full. Please join our wait list so we can contact you when our next cycle opens. For more info and to register click here 


Program Overview:
Trans Affirming Voice I
Week 1: SETTING UP A SAFER SPACE FOR YOUR VOICE PRACTISE & Intro Exercises 
Week 2: [De-Gendering] VOCAL ANATOMY 
Week 3-4: PITCH! (aka high and low) 
Week 5-6: RESONANCE (aka the Gender Dial- bright/dark/neutral) 
Week 7: VOCAL FOLD MASS (aka load- light vs. buzzy) 
Week 8: INFLECTION & VOCAL CONTOUR 
 
This is an ONLINE program 
Students are required to keep their cameras on and active listening is highly recommended FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.
jacqs (they/it/zey) is the contact person: jacqs@skippingstone.ca

TENDER HEARTS (In Person)

11/18/2025, 6:15 PM

Location: 736 6 Ave SW #1900, Calgary, AB T2P 3N4, Canada


This takes place at our new office: #1900 736 6 Ave SW :)

Tender Hearts is for all 16 and over within the trans man or trans masculine umbrella. As well as all those looking to affirm, to explore, or are questioning a masculine gender identity. Tender Hearts focuses on growing a strong toolset around topics like self-compassion, relationships, and connection.

It is about creating space for positive, healthy expressions of masculinity.

This event will be held in the room near the entrance of the building. Look for the Skipping Stone sign!

They Got Talent at Dickens

11/18/2025, 7:00 PM

Location: Dickens, 1000 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2Y6, Canada


They Got Talent is a light hearted, weekly open stage cabaret competition with professionals in the industry offering perspective and advice to developing acts.

Gay Speed Dating - ages 23 to 47

11/18/2025, 7:00 PM

Location: Truth Bar, 608 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 1P2, Canada


Calling all gay male singles ages 23-47!
You must purchase a ticket to attend this event -
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1766328458969?aff=oddtdtcreator

Speed Dating Events in Calgary! Here’s what to expect!
🎟️Purchase your ticket! A ticket confirmation will be sent to your inbox.
🤩Dress code: Dress to impress - Our best advice is to dress in something you'll feel comfortable and confident in.
⏰Be on time! We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to check in with our host. Take this time to mingle, grab a drink, and meet the other singles.

So…how does speed dating work?
💬Each speed dating event starts with a quick and fun game to help everyone meet and break-the-ice.
⏳In 8 minute intervals you’ll spend time getting to know each potential match.
📝Once you’ve spoken to everyone, you’ll fill out your scorecard and hand it back to our host.
❤️‍🔥Within 48 hours our team will reach out via email with exciting news about your potential matches from our event.


*Must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a ticket. Our events allow for a 2-year leeway on the age range listed (so long as you are 18 years of age at the time of the event).


Queer Strength Club

11/18/2025, 7:00 PM

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.

AFFIRMING VOICE III (Online)

11/18/2025, 7:15 PM

Location: Virtual - Zoom




Trans Affirming Voice III [VOICE II required] 

Affirming Voice III focuses on more advanced warm up exercises, articulation and volume exercises and micro voice analysis and exercises (pitch, resonance, VFM and inflection/contour). We will learn about macro voice concepts like vocal cadences, as well as an even more in depth look into vocal anatomy.

*Requires completion of ‘Trans Affirming Voice II’ to register. 

Students will also participate in cognitive load games and conversational breakout rooms at the end of each class. Students are welcome to take this class as many times as they want- we explore new things each term.

For more information and to register click here.

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