Looking to make friends or meet a group of like-minded people with similar passions and hobbies? Across Canada, 2SLGBTQI+ clubs and leagues are organizing activities to foster and help individuals find community.
It can be challenging to make friends and find a sense of belonging, especially if you’ve recently moved to a new city. However, many Canadian cities have 2SLGBTQI+ social clubs and recreational leagues that provide a safe space for individuals to express their identities and connect with others who share similar experiences. These clubs and leagues can play a positive role in your overall well-being, whether it be mental or physical.
To find these organizations, you can utilize apps like MeetUp or Eventbrite to discover local groups and events in your area. Additionally, following local 2SLGBTQI+ spaces and Pride organizations on social media platforms can also lead you to information about social clubs and recreational leagues.
Some activities offered by these groups are free to join, while others may have a fee or a pay-what-you-can model. These activities can occur weekly, monthly, or at set times throughout the year. Across Canada, there is a wide variety of groups with the goal of bringing 2SLGBTQI+ individuals together to foster a sense of community.
In St. John’s, Newfoundland, Odds & Ends Curling organizes a 2SLGBTQI+ curling association and league, welcoming individuals who identify as queer, questioning, and allies to participate in their events. The Queer Youth Writing Club in Charlottetown, PEI, provides a safe space for young writers to explore their creativity and share their work.
In Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Halifax Queer Ensemble welcomes musicians of all skill levels to play together and challenge traditional notions of classical music. Proud Pals in New Brunswick offers an intergenerational pen pal program to connect older adults and seniors in the Maritimes.
In Montreal, Quebec, SPURS hosts line dancing events inspired by LGBTQ+ country and western dancing culture. The Queer Bike Club TO in Toronto facilitates bike rides for individuals of all experience levels, promoting inclusivity and community.
Out There Bowling in Winnipeg, Manitoba, offers non-competitive bowling events for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals to connect and have fun. The Gender Queer Coffee Club in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, provides a monthly social club for gender non-conforming individuals to socialize and build connections.
Spectrum Volleyball in Calgary, Alberta, offers volleyball sessions for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals of all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and community. The Vancouver Queer Birders Club in British Columbia hosts monthly bird walks for queer individuals to enjoy nature and learn about birds.
In Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Northern Mosaic hosts programs like Stitch & Bitch, where individuals can work on stitching projects and socialize over tea. These clubs and leagues across Canada provide valuable opportunities for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals to connect, build friendships, and find a sense of community. Whether you’re interested in sports, writing, music, or nature, there is likely a group out there for you to join and meet like-minded individuals.