Happy Spring! Doesn’t life feel like it’s picking up its pace? Before you know it the tornado of Pride Month will be upon us, and our “Over the Rainbow” Gala on June 17th is already over 70% sold. Get ahead of the tornados of life and book those tickets! Go to: bit.ly/Spectrum2026Gala
If you're someone who has a gender outside of the binary of man or woman, we'd love to have you at Beyond the Binary next Tuesday, April 28! This group takes place at Spectrum from 7:00 - 9:00 PM. If you have questions, DM us or comment below.
Tomorrow we will be hosting a special Spectrum Arts session that is focused on processing death and grieving. One of our Spectrum Arts participants recently passed away, and we welcome you to join us to work through those big emotions. This session will be led by Art Therapist, Emily.
Kind Minds Family Wellness have officially launched our call for registrations for our UMOJA: African, Caribbean, Black Neurodiverse Community Program. Sessions will take place monthly on the first Saturday of each month, starting in May. Register here: https://forms.gle/w5aQDghK3kURnzXG6
Researchers at Wilfred Laurier University are looking for folks with Autism for a study on consent. Whether you're formally diagnosed, or self-identify as having Autism, you're welcome to participate. If you're interested in participating, reach out to Usha at: chaw5590[at]mylaurier.ca
This image features a full list of Spectrum programming for April 20 - 26: Transmasculine Peer Support Mon., April 20, 7 - 9 PM 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support Tues., April 21, 7 - 9 PM at DTK Community Centre Bi & Pan Space Tues., April 21, 7 - 9 PM Spectrum Arts: Choir-oke Wed., April 22, 5 - 6:30 PM Aro & Ace Space Wed., April 22, 5 - 6:30 PM Young Adults Discussion Group Thurs., April 23, 5 - 6:30 PM day5games Fri., April 24, 7 - 9 PM BRIQ House Sat., April 25, 7 - 9 PM Polyamorous Community Discussion Group Sun., April 26, 7 - 9 PM
What's on this week at Spectrum, April 20 - 26! To see full details, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Our Polyamorous Community Discussion Group is one of our newer groups at Spectrum, but is already one of our best attended ones! If you want to come out to meet other folks in the polyam community, you can't miss this group! Next Sunday, April 26 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
Our monthly Young Adults Discussion Group is coming up next Thursday, April 23 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM! If you're looking for a more relaxed place to meet other folks around the same age as you, we'd love to have you.
Our BRIQ House group is for folks who are Black, Indigenous, Racialized, and also a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community! If that sounds like you, we'd love to have you at this group. Want to find more info on the group? Go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Our popular Aro & Ace Space is happening next Wednesday, April 22, from 7:00 - 9:00 PM! Feeling to nervous to come in person for the first time? Not feeling the best? Many of our programs are hybrid! This means you can join in virtually. Find the links on our calendar: ourspectrum.com/events
On a dark purple and red background, there is a group of diverse folks in the lower right of this graphic all dancing and singing into microphones. This is advertising for Spectrum arts program: Choir-oke!
Next week's Spectrum Arts program is Choir-oke! We now have a microphone, speaker, and a karaoke subscription, which means it's a great time to join us for some singing. We hope to see you there: next Wednesday, April 22, from 5:00 - 6:30 PM.
Our core team has been hard at work putting together our 2026 edition of Rainbow Pages – and honestly, we are super proud of the results. We’re throwing a party to celebrate on Friday, May 1, 2026 at KWAG from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM and we’d love to have you! To sign up, go to: bit.ly/RPLaunch2026
We're hiring a full-time program lead! If you are compassionate and supportive, knowledgeable about best practices in peer support settings, and want to do community focused work where you can see your impact every day, you may be Spectrum’s next Program Lead. Learn more at: ourspectrum.com/jobs
Researchers at the McGill School of Social Work are exploring strategies to enhance the care and well-being of transgender and gender non-conforming older adults (50+) in assisted living situations. If you'd like to learn more, please email the researcher, Misha, at: misha.ayotte[at]mail.mcgill.ca
Coming up next Tuesday, April 21, is our Bi & Pan Space! To find out full details on this program, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Researchers at Wilfrid Laurier University are conducting a research study exploring the experiences of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) youth (ages 16–29) involved in activism in the Waterloo Region. To learn more, scan the QR code or email Danny at mart8509[at]mylaurier.ca
This image is a list of what's happening at Spectrum: Transgender Peer Support Mon., Apr. 13, 7 - 9 PM Queer Professional Social Mixer Tues., Apr. 14, 5:30 - 7 PM at TWB Brewing 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support Tues., Apr. 14, 7 - 9 PM at DTK Community Centre Queer Women’s Group Tues., Apr. 14, 7 - 9 PM Spectrum Arts: Crafty Queer Wed., Apr. 15, 5 - 6:30 PM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Wed., Apr. 15, 6 - 8 PM at Queen’s Square CPL Queer Mechanics Club Wed., Apr. 15, 7 - 9 PM at Red Raccoon Bike Rescue Spectrum Prime (50+) Wed., Apr. 15, 7 - 9 PM Transgender Peer Support Thurs., Apr. 16, 7 - 9 PM day5games Fri., April 17, 7 - 9 PM Transfeminine Peer Support Sun., April 19, 1 - 3 PM
What's on this week, April 13 - 19 at Spectrum! For full details, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
The title for this graphic reads: Inclusivity in the workplace benefits everyone. It is advertising for Spectrum's Workplace Inclusion Workshops. There is an image of two hands clasping one another in kinship, with a rainbow ribbon flowing around their wrists.
Spectrum’s 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion training is practical, locally developed but globally relevant, and tailored to your team’s needs. June dates are filling up fast, so start booking with us today! To learn more, go to: ourspectrum.com/services/workshops or email Baz at baz[at]ourspectrum.com
Next Wednesday at Spectrum Arts is our Crafty Queers event! This group welcomes you to create something new, or work on a project, in community with other folks. We hope to see you there from 5:00 - 6:30 PM.
Spring is (maybe?) here for good, which means it's a great time to start tuning up your bike and other mobility devices for some outdoor use! Folks over at Red Raccoon Bike Rescue are here to help guide you through all things bike and mobility repair. Come on out next Wednesday!
Time sure is flying by! TODAY, April 8, is our last day for Early Bird ticket and table sales for Spectrum’s 5th Annual Pride Gala. Tickets increase by $25pp after that! These little pretties are going fast, be sure to get them (and their little dogs too!) Get your tickets: bit.ly/Spectrum2026Gala
Our Queer Women's Group is a place for all individuals who identify with queer womanhood or non-binary experiences! If you're looking for a place to come together with other folks of a similar identity to you, come out to see us next Tuesday, April 14 at 7:00 PM.
Our next Queer Professional Social Mixer is coming up on Tuesday, April 14 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM! This is a great place to meet other queer folks working in all different fields and network into some new and exciting opportunities. A huge thank-you to TWB Brewing and Little Mushroom Catering!
Rainbow Film Club: But I’m a Cheerleader Mon., Apr. 6, 7PM at Princess Original Cinema Transmasculine Peer Support Mon., Apr. 6, 7 - 9 PM 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support Tues., Apr. 7, 7 - 9 PM at DTK Community Centre Affirming Families Tues., Apr. 7, 7 - 9 PM Spectrum Arts: Yass and...! Improv Wed., Apr. 8, 5 - 6:30 PM day5games Fri., Apr. 10, 7 - 9 PM QRIB Hangouts Fri., Apr. 10, 7 - 9 PM at Willow River Centre Rainbow Family Breakfast Club Sun., Apr. 12, 10 AM - 12 PM Big Queer Hike Sun., Apr. 12, 11 AM at Monogram Coffee Roaster Rainbow Newcomers Connect Sun., April 5, 4 - 6 PM
What's on this week at Spectrum, April 6 - 12! For full information, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
The title on this graphic reads: International Asexuality Day. There are playful designs around the text in the colours of the asexual flag.
Happy International Asexuality Day! 🩶🤍💜🖤
If you're an asexual person who is looking to connect with community, we have a program just for you! The next Aro & Ace Space takes place on Wednesday, April 22 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM at Spectrum.
Are you a part of a rainbow family with young kids? The Rainbow Family Breakfast Club invites you to come to Spectrum to meet other parents and caregivers, while your kiddos play. Enjoy some coffee, cereal, and conversation. Want full info? ourspectrum.com/events
Next Sunday, April 12 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, is the Rainbow Newcomers Connect! This group is for folks who are newcomers to Canada and a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We hope to see you there. For full information on this group, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
day5games is cancelled tomorrow, April 3, for the holiday! See you next week.
While our Big Queer Hike usually is the first Sunday of the month, to avoid the holiday, it's happening next Sunday instead! Join us on April 12 starting at 11 AM for a loop that will begin and end at Monigram Coffee in Cambridge. Want full info? ourspectrum.com/events
The monthly QRIB Hangouts with Willow River Centre is back! If you're a Black, Indigenous, or Racialized person who is a part of the queer community and are looking for a fun place to get to know other folks and hang out, grab yourself a free ticket on our Eventbrite: bit.ly/QRIBHangouts2026