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Tuesday, August 22
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Pride Parade

Sunday, August 27
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Bank Street, Downtown Ottawa

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Join us for the Pride Social

Friday, August 25
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August 21-27, 2017

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Pride Social

8:00 PM – 12:00 AM

The Canadian Museum of Nature, Rotunda – 240 McLeod St

$20 — Tickets available now. Click here to purchase.  The Pride Social is back and on the move to the Museum of Nature. Gather your friends and join us in indulging your senses with great music, appetizers, and dancing in the museum’s spectacular rotunda and starlit outdoor plaza. Beats and interactive lights and visuals will be…

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Village Legacy Project Launch & Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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Pride Shabbat Dinner

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Kehillat Beth Israel Congregation (1400 Coldrey Ave)

Presented by the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs Optional Shabbat services at 6PM Kosher dinner at 7PM Kehillat Beth Israel Congregation (1400 Coldrey Ave) $18 Register: bit.ly/PrideShabbatOTT For more info, contact akimmel@cija.ca

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THROB Pride Party

11:00 PM – 2:30 AM

@ Bourbon Room (400A Dalhousie St)

Tickets here. Feat. DJ Ashley Gauthier all night long with special sexy guest gogo dancers from Montreal. Men in uniform STRONGLY encouraged. More info: Facebook Page

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Clover x Dominion City Pride Dinner

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Clover Food + Drink, 155 Bank Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5N7

Presented by Clover Food + Drink. A five-course, 1970s-themed beer pairing dinner this Capital Pride to mark the release of our collab ‘1971 Pale Ale’. This beer was brewed in honour of the ‘We Demand Protest’, the first public demonstration for LGBTQ+ rights in Canada. Don’t miss out. Call Clover to reserve at (613) 680-8803 info@cloverottawa.ca https://www.facebook.com/events/477395965968534/  

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Clover x Dominion City Pride Dinner

7:00 PM – 11:59 PM

Clover Food + Drink

$71 – Call Clover to reserve at (613) 680-8803 A five-course, 1970s-themed beer pairing dinner this Capital Pride to mark the release of our collab ‘1971 Pale Ale’. This beer was brewed in honour of the ‘We Demand Protest’, the first public demonstration for LGBTQ+ rights in Canada. Don’t miss out.   https://www.facebook.com/events/477395965968534/

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Flag Raising

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Ottawa City Hall — Marion Dewar Plaza, 110 Laurier Ave W

A celebrated annual tradition gets the Pride party going for 2017. Join Capital Pride and Mayor Jim Watson at Ottawa City Hall in raising the Rainbow Flag for the official proclamation of Pride Week in the capital. Stick around after the ceremony for a free BBQ hosted by Emergency and Protective Services. Capital Pride is…

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ALT Queer Art and Fashion Swap

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Arts Court, 2 Daly Ave.

FREE — Tickets available now. Click here to register. Want to switch-up your style? From an 80’s look to urban modern chic to spaceglamour to warm autumn to winter superstar look, Capital Pride presents the glamour to warm autumn to winter superstar look, Capital Pride presents the ALT Queer Art and Fashion Swap! Bring items…

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OSPN Bowling Night

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

West Park Lanes (1205 Wellington St)

Presented by Ottawa Senior Pride Network @ West Park Lanes (1205 Wellington St) Come out and celebrate Pride at the bowling alley. Cost is only $7 for two games, including shoe rental. Everyone is welcome. More info: Facebook Event Page

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Bowling with the Bears

7:30 AM – 9:30 PM

West Park Lanes (1205 Wellington St W)

Presented by Ours Ottawa Bears @ West Park Lanes (1205 Wellington St W)$16.50 for 3 games, $3 for shoe rental Come join us for a fun night of bowling! More info: Facebook Page 

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Naked Boys Reading: Pride Edition

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

LIVE! on Elgin (220 Elgin St)

Presented by Naked Boys Reading – Ottawa 7PM (Doors), 8PM (Show) @ LIVE! on Elgin (220 Elgin St) $12 in advance online or $14 at the door Naked Boys Reading is an internationally produced literary salon featuring unclothed men reading to you: a blissful combination of literature, book nerds, and, of course, nudity! This is…

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Pride Art Show

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Byward Market Square (55 Byward Market Sq)

Presented by The Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity 10AM – 8PM daily @ Byward Market Square (55 Byward Market Sq) We are proud to feature the work of LGBTQ+ Ontario Artists. Come by and see their stories. Wheelchair accessible. ccgsd-ccdgs.org/pride

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Capital Pride Rainbow Party

11:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Barrymore's – 323 Bank St.

Tickets here. $$ Sashay presents the official Ottawa Capital Pride Rainbow Party – feat. internationally renowned Toronto DJ/ Producer CAJJMERE WRAY, DJ Zabber (aka Isabelle) & drag performances by Markida Brown, Jasmine Dymond, Kiki Coe, Koko Shennel, and a special drag king guest. More information available soon.

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Village Legacy Project Launch and Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village – See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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National Capital Pride Run

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tunney’s Pasture (100 Tunney’s Pasture Driveway)

Presented by Ottawa Frontrunners @ Tunney’s Pasture (100 Tunney’s Pasture Driveway) $25-$40 The National Capital Pride Run is a fun 5km run, 2.5km walk taking place at Tunney’s Pasture. All funds raised from the event go to Bruce House, so come show your colours at this year’s Pride Run! Register online: www.ncpr.ca

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Drag and Balls

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Riverain Park (400 North River Rd)

Presented by OQSL – Ottawa’s LGBTQ Softball League Ottawa’s LGBTQ Softball League is excited to be hosting the annual Drag and Balls Softball Charity Event in support of Bruce House. Watch teams dress up in drag, or other looks, to this year’s Prom theme. Enjoy the beer garden and fun-spirited game with added twists, turns…

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Ottawa Dyke March 2017

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

The Human Rights Memorial at Elgin / Lisgar

Presented by Ottawa Dykes @ The Human Rights Memorial at Elgin / Lisgar Join Us For Ottawa Dyke March! Are you a woman into women? LGBT Woman? Queer Woman? Dyke? Person with any of these histories? March with us in the all-ages Annual Ottawa Dyke March! The March looks to build on the successes of…

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Geek Out! Ottawa Pride Edition

2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

The Blurry Pixel (201 Queen St)

Presented by GeekOut! Ottawa @ The Blurry Pixel (201 Queen St) We are an LGBTQIA+ (and allies) group for sharing our passions over a board game, video game or conversation. The location can be accessed by elevator, but the washrooms are not accessible. The Blurry Pixel serves food and drink. $5 recommended donation at the…

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Ours Ottawa Bears Pride Dinner

6:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Cantina Sur (665 Bronson Ave)

Presented by Ours Ottawa Bears @ Cantina Sur (665 Bronson Ave) Doors at 6PM, dinner at 7PM, dance at 9PM $20 dinner: Choice of pork roast, rice or mash potato and mix salad; or chicken, rice or mash potato and mix salad. Includes choice of a complimentary cocktail: Sex on the Beach or Tequila Sunrise….

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Pride Prom

7:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Jean Pigott Place, Ottawa City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)

Presented by Etc. Youth 7:30PM @ Jean Pigott Place, Ottawa City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W) Join us for the 9th annual Pride Prom: an evening of music and dancing, great company, and fabulous entertainment! The Prom is free and open to creative, LGBTQ+, and allied youth ages 13-19. Please RSVP to etcyouth.prideprom@gmail.com so we…

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Lots of Girls Dance

9:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Ron Kolbus-Lakeside Community Centre (102 Greenview Ave)

Presented by LOG (Lesbian Outdoor Group) $20 in advance online through the LOG website or at Venus Envy (226 Bank Street) or $25 at the door (if available). The Lesbian Outdoor Group invites women to come and enjoy excellent music by DJ Jungle Jen. Great dancing with lots of girls. This dance sells out at…

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Rainbow Road: Mario Kart Tournament

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Level One - 14 Waller St

Organized by Aids Committee of Ottawa Get ready for your Pride dose of an awesome Pride night!!! This time we will be going back to some of our Gayming roots by having a Mario Kart Tournament! Don’t forget, it will be first come first serve for tournament sign ups, so get to practicing folks! We’ll…

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Pride Parade

1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Bank Street, Downtown Ottawa

This year’s most colourful and high-profile annual event promises to be even bigger, better and more inclusive than ever! More than a hundred businesses, service organizations and allied community groups will set out from Gladstone and Bank and march through this village, showing just how colourful they can be! Line the streets and show your…

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Community Fair

1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Bank Street, Downtown Ottawa

After the Parade is over, walk the streets, enjoy the sun, or grab a drink at any number of bars and restaurants along Bank Street. Learn how to get involved by talking to any one of the many community organizations, sports and leisure leagues, and festival sponsors lining the street!

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Village Legacy Project Launch and Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village – See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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Playing It Straight: An LGBT Travel Memoir in 15 Minutes

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

MacKay United Church (39 Dufferin Rd)

Presented by MacKay United Church @ MacKay United Church (39 Dufferin Rd) MacKay United Church is pleased to present Kaitlin Bardswich Playing It Straight: An LGBT Travel Memoir in 15 Minutes. Writer. Photographer. Lesbian. Feminist. Activist. Kaitlin spent 1.5 years travelling across South Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, interviewing human rights activists and…

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FLIRT: Pride After Party

9:30 PM – 2:00 AM

The Bourbon Room (400A Dalhousie St)

Presented by FLIRT Ottawa  $5 in advance, $10 at the door Tickets available at Venus Envy and through Karter Banger or Koston Kreme For the third year in a row FLIRT brings you the hottest closing Pride Party Ottawa has seen! With a closing time of 4AM, you know you’ll want to think ahead and…

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Pride Brunch

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

AIDS Committee of Ottawa - 19 Main Street

Join us on Sunday, 9am-11am, August 27th, for our Ottawa Pride Brunch. Relax and eat a free brunch before the 2017 Capital Pride Parade. This is a low-scent , pork and peanut free event, with no photography without consent. All-gender washrooms and pronoun buttons available on-site. Accessible for mobility devices. All-ages. Free https://www.facebook.com/events/216361555560223/  

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Pride Closing Party

8:00 PM – 2:00 AM

The Lookout Bar & Nightclub - 41 rue York, 2e étage

The Lookout is known for their annual Pride Closing Party! There will be some colourful drink and shot specials, plenty of dancing and great music with DJ Taly @ 10PM. https://www.facebook.com/events/613931522147208  

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TD Pride Speaker Series

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Council Chambers at City Hall

FREE — Tickets available now. Click here to register.  FREE EVENT! Join Capital Pride’s Grand Marshal Candy Palmater for the inaugural edition of the TD Pride Speaker Series. Space is limited so be sure book your spot! Accessibility City Hall is fully accessible. More information can be found here.

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Human Rights Vigil

8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Human Rights Monument on Elgin Street

The Canadian Tribute to Human Rights (Elgin St at Lisgar St) FREE EVENT  As far as we’ve come, there’s still much work to be done. The always-poignant Human Rights Vigil reflects upon the ongoing struggle for true equality that too many members of the global LGBTTQ+ community face daily. More information available soon.

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Pride Youth Movie Night

9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Arts Court, 2 Daly Ave.

FREE — Tickets available now. Click here to register. LGBTTQ+ films are gaining popularity and winning awards all over the world. Ottawa Capital Pride 2017 is proud to present one of the best! Bring your friends and let’s all enjoy the Margarita With a Straw, “A rebellious young woman with cerebral palsy leaves her home…

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Village Legacy Project Launch and Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village – See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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Bear City 3 at Gallery 101!

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Gallery 101 (51B Young St)

Presented by Ours Ottawa Bears @ Gallery 101 (51B Young St) Come see the finale to the Bear City trilogy! A bear friendly take of Sex and the City, this rom-com is fun and furry. More info: Facebook Event

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EXTRA

10:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Shanghai

Bring your most EXTRA outfit/friend/self/partner and come celebrate the fabulous diversity of our queer and trans communities with your host China Doll, while shaking your bum to some awesome sissy bounce beats. We’ll also have some amazing performances, glitter beards, safer sex supplies and a photo booth for you to stop by and capture your…

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The (GAY) Babadook

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

AIDS Committee of Ottawa - 9 rue Main

Organized by AIDS Committee of Ottawa Come celebrate a cultural icon with us this Pride. We love our icons like Bette, Liza, Judy, Gaga, Cher and… the Babadook! Yes, the terrifying creature from the 2014 Australian horror flick. The Babadook is now an LGBT icon—We’re hosting a special Pride screening of Jennifer Kent’s The Babadook….

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HIV 101

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

AIDS Committee of Ottawa - 19 Main Street

Organized by the AIDS Committee of Ottawa Take the opportunity to learn about HIV/AIDS & its related issues & gain new skills while meeting new people. It’s the first step to volunteering and getting involved in your community! https://www.facebook.com/events/321296744996461/

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Pride Kickoff Party

10:00 PM – 2:00 AM

The Lookout Bar - 41 York Street

Kickoff your pride weekend at Ottawa’s favourite LGBTQ+ Nightclub in the Byward Market, and dance the night away with DJ Taly @ 10PM! https://www.facebook.com/events/1493941260692475/?

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Mr./Ms./Mx. Capital Pride Pageant 2017

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Ottawa Marriott Hotel – 100 Kent St.

$15 — Tickets available now. Click here to purchase. Doors 7PM, show 8PM-10PM Join Capital Pride and hosts Eva Darling and Koko Shennel as this year’s contestants compete for the crown and the titles of Mr., Ms. and Mx. Capital Pride. Featuring DJ Ashley Gauthier, Kiki Coe, Karter Banger, Master Cameron Eric Leon and special…

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Village Legacy Project Launch and Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village – See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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LGBTQ Newcomers Gathering

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Centretown Community Health Centre (420 Cooper St)

Presented by Centretown Community Health Centre@ Centretown Community Health Centre (420 Cooper St) New to Canada? New to celebrating Pride in Canada? Gathering for LGBTQ newcomers, asylum seekers, refugees and their allies. Join us for art, activities, food and fun. Celebrate the intersections of sexual orientation, gender identity, and cultural identities. Meet new friends. Learn…

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Gaymer Night

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Swizzles Bar & Grill (246 Queen St)

Presented by Ours Ottawa Bears @ Swizzles Bar & Grill (246 Queen St) Join us every Tuesday evening for various card and board games. A great way to meet bears in your community! More info: Facebook Event

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Tuesday Run or Walk with Ottawa Frontrunners

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Ottawa City Hall (111 Lisgar St, entrance at Cartier St)

Presented by Ottawa Frontrunners @ Ottawa City Hall (111 Lisgar St, entrance at Cartier St) Ottawa Frontrunners invites locals and anyone from out of town visiting for Ottawa Capital Pride, as well as locals, interested in joining us for a run or a walk. http://www.ottawafrontrunners.org

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Social for +gbtq2s guys

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

AIDS Committee of Ottawa - 19 Main Street

Come out to our dinner and help us make our float for the Pride parade? Come check out our social and build meaningful relationships with other guys in Ottawa while enjoying awesome food! https://www.facebook.com/events/176244949584236

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Senior Pride BBQ Lunch

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

The Good Companions Seniors' Centre - 670 Albert Street

$12 tickets @ The Good Companions, or call 613-236-0428 ext. 2100 Pride BBQ Lunch is a licensed event with a cash bar Lunch will be served including: Roll, BBQ Chicken Breast, Wedge Potatoes, Assorted Salads, Rainbow Cake, Coffee and Tea. 1:00pm Entertainment provided by “China Doll.” Deadline for ticket purchase is August 18th by 3…

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Family Picnic in the Park

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Hintonburg Park – 1064 Wellington St. W

FREE — Tickets available now. Click here to register. Presented in partnership with the University of Ottawa To celebrate LGBTTQ+ families of all kinds, we’re hosting a free BBQ and an afternoon of family-friendly programming like face painting, crafts, games, story time hour and more! More information available soon.

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Shine Your Light Youth Dance

8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Arts Court, 2 Daly Ave.

FREE — Tickets available now. Click here to register. Be yourself and shine your light! Strut the red carpet, bust a move on the dance floor, and enjoy the drag show. Ottawa Capital Pride presents the Shine Your Light Youth Dance. Take the night with great dance music, food and drinks, and an amazing drag…

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Village Legacy Project Launch and Exhibition

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village

Presented by the Bank Street BIA @ Various locations throughout the Bank Street LGBTTQ+ Village – See photos, plaques, banners and more from Ottawa’s queer history as we launch our exciting mobile app and website, featuring interviews on the events, people and places that shaped our community.

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Pride Boat Cruise with the Rideau Speedeaus!

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Jacque Cartier Park docks (285 Laurier St, Gatineau, QC)

In association with Capital Cruises, we are launching our eighth annual PRIDE Boat Cruise. Come out to Gatineau Locks and enjoy a ride on the Rideau River with us! Boarding begins at 6pm sharp. Please note this event is bilingual and wheelchair accessible. On board we will have live entertainment and a dessert bar! Enjoy…

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Dare to be Square: LGBT Modern Square Dancing and Introduction

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

@ Jack Purcell Community Centre (320 Jack Purcell Lane)

Presented by Ottawa Date Squares @ Jack Purcell Community Centre (320 Jack Purcell Lane) Curious about LGBT Square Dancing? Come meet the Ottawa Date Squares at our pride dance and see for yourself how much fun it can be. Club-level dancing interspersed with intro calling for total beginners. No dress code; just bring comfortable shoes…

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