Rainbow Health Ontario
Rainbow Health Ontario helps build a healthcare system that better serves 2SLGBTQ+ people across the province. We train healthcare and service providers to deliver culturally and clinically competent care, create accessible and evidence-based health resources, support policy change, and amplify research in 2SLGBTQ+ health. As a 2SLGBTQ+-led organization grounded in lived experience and clinical knowledge, we work to close gaps in care and improve health outcomes for our communities.
2SLGBTQ+ Friendly Service Provider Directory
Walk-In Counselling
Provides immediate counselling services to individuals, couples, and families. The walk-in sessions are free to all members of the community, with no restrictions based on age or location/address and no need for an appointment. Centretown Community Health Centre offers an LGBT2SQ+ walk-in clinic on Wednesdays from 12-6:30 pm. Need to book a same-day appointment at the link above.
2SLGBTQI+ Counselling | Family Services Ottawa
Around the Rainbow provides education, counselling and support services to 2SLGBTQI+ families and individuals. Our objective is always to improve 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion in all environments.
Art & Play Drop-in Group Rainbow Families with young children and families with young gender creative children.
First Saturday of every month, 1-4 pm
- Parent & caregivers Peer support group of transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse children of all ages, monthly
- 2SLGBTQI+ Counselling
MAX Ottawa
Today, MAX offers a wide range of programs and services:
- Health navigation: connecting community members to affirming therapists, doctors, clinics, and community-based services, while helping people overcome barriers to care.
- Community connection: psychosocial support groups that reduce isolation and create space for shared conversations on health and identity.
- Tea2Go: Distribution of free safer sex, substance use, and HRT supplies across the region. Our evidence-based approach helps community members take a proactive role in their own health.
- Education and training: resources and consulting for service providers to strengthen their capacity for inclusive, affirming, and culturally competent care.
Centretown Community Health Centre 2SLGBTQIA+ Programs & Services
Offers a large range of free programs and services developed for the community, by the community. Programs and services offered by 2SLGBTQIA+ staff and community partners.
- LGBTQ+ Newcomer Group
- HIV Point of Care Testing
- Wednesday Quick Access Counselling Clinic
- Preventative Care Services
- Trans Health Program (17+)
Trans lifeline
Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.
Youth Line
LGBT YouthLine is an anti-racist, youth-led organization that connects 2SLGBTQ+ youth (29 and under) across Ontario to resources and community through peer support, training, advocacy, and referrals.
Jeunesse Idem
Wide range of services:
- Discussion groups
- Workshops
- Individual support from a 2SLGBTQIA+ person
- resources and consulting for service providers to strengthen their capacity for inclusive, affirming, and culturally competent care.
UOttawa Pride Centre
The Pride Centre is an independent, student-run service that strives to promote and represent a culture of affirmation through the celebration of individual diversity and choice in all areas of life. We address various equity sectors (anti-ableism, anti-racism, anti-colonialism, etc.) with a core focus on the intersections of gender and sexuality topics at the University of Ottawa. By hosting events, programming, offering resources and advocating for students, we look to create an environment of respect and acceptance with our communities and allies.
Queer Muslim Network
Queer Muslim Network (QMN) is a grassroots organization dedicated to community building and uplifting 2SLGBTQ+ Muslims and their allies. Based in Toronto, Montreal, & Ottawa, QMN provides a safe and welcoming space for individuals who identify as both queer and Muslim, across all sects.
Through social and spiritual programming, QMN strives to create a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and promotes the acceptance of all Islamic identities.
