2007 GroupsAndServices

History

This is a historical record of the groups and services listed in WayvesMagazine in December, 2007

The current listing is in GroupsAndServices

Atlantic Canada

• AtlanticPoz?: A new discussion group is for individuals living with HIV in Atlantic Canada. http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/atlanticpoz/
• Egale President & Atlantic Director, St. John's, NL: (709) 690-5244 mailto:gemma@egale.ca http://www.egale.ca
• Gay Men's Gathering: at PO Box 36054, Halifax., B3J 3S9
• GaySpaces?: Free postings of GLBT-friendly places to live in Atlantic Canada. mailto:info@gayspaces.org http://www.gayspaces.org
• Gender Expressions Atlantic: Support for transgendered individuals ranging from Crossdressers to Transexuals. mailto:gender_expressions@hotmail.com http://www.geocities.com/gender_expressions/ (No scheduled meeting. Occasional social events, by invitation only.)
• Halifax Transguys: support group for transmen at any point in transition, locally and in Atlantic Canada. at Please write for further information on our upcoming meetings and social events.
• Healing Our Nations, Dartmouth: Healing Our Nations is an Aboriginal HIV/AIDS service organization that serves the Atlantic region. (902) 492-4255 mailto:director@accesswave.ca http://www.healingournations.ca (Healing Our Nations staff meet once on a weekly basis. Training offered on request at no charge for Aboriginal peoples and/or organizations.) at 15 Alderney Dr., Suite 3, Dartmouth, NS. B2Y2N2
• Maritime Transgender Workplace Solutions Project, Upper Musquodoboit: Transgender Issues Workshops and information resource. (902)568-2935 mailto:denisesined@ns.sympatico.ca http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/winpapernews (No meetings, Workshops by arrangements, Information source when requested. Newsletter Odds & Sods bi-weekly)
• Mr Atlantic Canada Leather Society, assorted cities: Dedicated to developing gay leather communities in the Atlantic region. mailto:chinman52@hotmail.com
• Names Project (AIDS Memorial Quilt): panels - helping create, and lending. 902-454-5158 mailto:larrybaxter@ns.sympatico.ca http://www.quilt.ca (Call if interested in volunteering or making a panel) at 3544 Acadia St. Halifax, NS B3K 3P2
• Project E: Presentation for youth, on gender expression, myth busters, proper terminology and other facts. http://www.freewebs.com/xprojecte/ at available via web page
• Propitiation: A fellowship of gay and lesbian Anglicans and their friends. 416-977-4359 mailto:propitiation@hotmail.com (We meet in members homes on a Saturday or Sunday Evening once every other month for Evening Prayer Discussion, refreshments and fellowship.) at --contact for meeting location. We prefer our heritage, worship, and Spirituality of the Book of Common Prayer. We are troubled by such right wing organizations as the prayer book society and Essentials.
• Wayves Magazine: Atlantic Canada's queer news and lifestyle magazine!. mailto:submissions@wayves.ca http://wayves.ca (Editorial meeting one Monday night a month; layout one Sunday a month; see the Calendar on our web page) at downtown Halifax - email us for details

Nova Scotia (902)

• Acadia Women's Centre, Wolfville: 585-2140 mailto:057996c@acadiau.ca http://axe.acadiau.ca/womencentre (Acadia SUB Second Level Balcony )
• Affirm United, Halifax Metro: GLBT & Friends support, action and worshipping community within the United Church. 902-461-4528 mailto:alstew@eastlink.ca at Box 33067, Halifax, NS B3L 4T6
• AIDS Coalition of Cape Breton, Sydney: Support, advocacy, prevention/education for those infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. Free condoms!. (902) 567-1766 mailto:joannerolls@accb.ns.ca ;christineporter@accb.ns.ca http://www.accb.ns.ca, meets 1st Tuesday (6:00pm Board Meetings - Anonymous HIV Testing Available - See website for full calendar of events. ) at 150 Bentinck St, Sydney, N.S. B1P 6H1
• AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia, Halifax: non-profit, community-based AIDS organization, provincially mandated. (902)429-7922 mailto:acns@acns.ns.ca http://www.acns.ns.ca
• Alcoholics Anonymous, Halifax: Live & Let Live AA Group for GLBT community- (902) 463-7895 mailto:courage449@yahoo.com http://www.rationallunacy.com/cout, meets every Monday (at 8pm) at St Matthews Church, 1479 Barrington St, Halifax (Use side door near Maritime Centre at bottom of stairs)
• Anonymous HIV/AIDS Testing, Halifax: 455-9656
• Bedford United Church, HRM/ Bedford: An Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Canada - ALL welcome. 835-8497 mailto:bedfordunited@eastlink.ca http://www.bedfordunited.com, meets every Sunday (9 am service - Casual and contemporary service. 11 am service - Quieter and more reverent in tone.) at 1200 Bedford Hwy at Sullivan's Hill, near Atlantic Gardens
• BLT-Womyn of Halifax, Halifax: Bi Sexauls, Lesbian, Transgender Womyn's Discussion Group. Sue's # 499-0335 mailto:sueandrews1964@hotmail.com http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/blt-womynofhalifax/ (Every second Sunday evening 6pm - 7:30pm ) at Dalhousie Women's Centre 6286 South Street (Beside Dalplex Driveway) Hope to see you at the next meeting!
• Bluenose Bears, Halifax: Club for bears and those who like them. 463-4312 mailto:bluenosebears@accesswave.ca, meets 3rd Wednesday
• Cape Breton University Sexual Diversity Centre, Sydney: We provide a welcoming environment for GLBTQ people and their Allies. 902-563-1481 mailto:sdc@cbusu.com (M-F 9-4pm. Call or drop by for event listings, Ally Training, and Anti-Heterosexism/Homophobia Workshops!) at the Students' Union Building, Cape Breton University.
• Colchester Sexual Assault Centre, Truro: Provides support and information to anyone (GBLTQ included) affected by sexual assault and abuse. 902-897-4366 mailto:trurosexualassault@hotmail.com (80 Glenwood Drive, Truro, N.S., B2N 1P3 Mon-Fri 9:30-4:30)
• Cumberland Pride Support Group, Amherst: For gay,lesbian,bisexual,transgender and transsexual individuals of cumberland county. 660-5004 mailto:gaylords_1975@hotmail, meets 3rd Thursday (7:30 PM) at 7 kent drive, amherst, n.s. exit 3, victoria st., 3rd street on right.
• DalOUT, Halifax: LGBTQ Society at Dalhousie. 494-2190 mailto:dalout@dal.ca http://societies.dsu.ca/dalout, meets every Thursday (During the academic year we meet at about 7pm each Thursday night.) at Dalhousie University, check OUT our website or contact us for details
• Family Pride Camping Association (Rainbow Spirit), Halifax: FPCA plans events for GLBT families with kids of all ages. From Camping weekends to bowling events. mailto:info@fpca.ca http://www.fpca.ca (Contact us if you are interested in helping out or would like to be contacted when we have events.)
• Frontrunners Halifax, Halifax: Running/walking club. 422-7579 mailto:Bruce.Greenfield@dal.ca http://www.frontrunners.org/clubs/halifax/, meets every Saturday, and every Tuesday, and every Thursday (Sat: 9:30am, Tue: 6:00 pm, Thu: 6:00pm ) at Main gates of the Halifax Public Gardens, corner of Spring Garden Road and South Park Street.
• GAY, LESBIAN & BISEXUAL YOUTH GROUP AT Q.E.H.: Jeanie Buffet, Counsellor, at 421-6797
• Get Out, Halifax!, Halifax: Recreation activities (team activities, cycling, running, rowing - you name it) for metro & beyond!. http://www.getouthalifax.ca at Visit and get on the email list for more info.
• GLB CONSTITUENCY COMMITTEE (SUNS): 494-6654 at c/o the StudentsÕ? Union of NS
• Group Harrison Society, Cape Breton: Dances, Socials & Support Group for Cape Bretoners. (902)270-6969 mailto:groupharrisonsociety@yahoo.ca http://www.geocities.com/groupharrisonsociety, meets last Saturday (of every month Admission $6.50 -$5.50 for members- Best light and sound show around! Restricted 19 yrs and over) at Steel Workers Hall, Sydney
• HalGal? Mailing List, Halifax: events and information for queer/lesbian/bi/trans women and their allies in Halifax. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hal-gal
• Halifax Rainbow Speakers, Halifax: Speakers available, contact us if you are interested in joining also. 494-6662 http://www.thenovascotiapublicinterestresearchgroup.dal.ca (Call for times & locations)
• Imperial and Sovereign Court of Atlantic Nova Society, Halifax: Fundraising. 902-449-7612 http://www.imperialcourtns.com, meets 1st Sunday, and 2nd Sunday (Executive Meetings Are Currently Held Every Second Sunday) at Meeting Locations Vary
• Intensity Dance, Halifax: non-profit dance collective and presenting organization. mailto:intensitydance@yahoo.com http://intensitydance.tripod.com
• Lesbian, Gay & Bisexual Youth Project, Halifax: support, education and social activities for youth 25 and under from across Nova Scotia. 429-5429 mailto:youthproject@youthproject.ns.ca http://www.youthproject.ns.ca (support and connection across, Week one: Monday – Transgender Discussion group 7-9 pm; Tuesday – 18 & under Discussion group 6-8 pm; Week two: Tues. Drop-in - 6-8 pm; Wed. – Movie Night 7-9 pm. Week three: Mon. Transgender Discussion group – 7-9 pm; Wed. Activity Night. Week four: Tues. Theme Drop-in – 6-9 pm; Wed. Movie Night – 7-9 pm. A youth food bank and STI testing on site. Please refer to website for times and details. ) at 2281 Brunswick Street.
• LGB Youth Support Group Lunenburg County, Bridgewater: fun social/support group for under 25 through the Sexual Health Ctr & LGBYouth Project. 527-2868 mailto:LunCo@NSSexualHealth.ca (Postponed until further notice: Volunteer facilitators needed! (over age 25))
• Manna For Health, Halifax: A special needs referral food bank for those living with life threatening illness. 429-7670
• Northern AIDS Connection Society, Truro: HIV prevention education initiative serving counties Colchester, Pictou, Cumberland & East Hants. 895-0931 mailto:nacsns@hotmail.com http://nacsns.tripod.com (Our Board of Directors meet bi-monthly on the third Thursday of the month. Annual General Meeting held regularly in June. See webpage for contact numbers in your area of northern Nova Scotia.) at 33 Pleasant Street, Truro, N.S.
• Nova Scotia Rainbow Action Project, Halifax: fostering change through networking, education, outreach & community education. 902-444-7887 mailto:nsrap@nsrap.ca http://www.nsrap.ca at TBA
• Outlaw, Halifax: Queer Law Students Association at Dalhousie Law School. (Meetings vary. Please email if interested.) at Dalhouisie Law School. 6061 University Avenue. Halifax, Nova Scotia.
• PFLAG Canada - Amherst/Sackville: Support and education for GLBTT2IQQ persons, friends & family. 506-536-4245 mailto:jhammock@mta.ca, meets 2nd monday (Contact us for meeting details.) at Sackville: 165 Main Street. Amherst: 12 La Planche Street
• PFLAG Canada - Halifax, Halifax: support and education for parents, family and friends. (902) 443-3747 mailto:ab274@chebucto.ns.ca (September-March: 2nd Sunday of the month, 2-4 PM April-June: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-9 PM) at individual homes
• PFLAG Canada - Middleton, Middleton: Parents & friends. 902-825-0548 mailto:middletonns@pflagcanada.ca http://www.pflagcanada.ca/middleton.html, meets last Friday (7-9pm) at the Wilmot Community Centre civic address 13972 Highway #1 wilmot. Wilmot is located just between kingston and Middleton. The hall depending on direction that your coming from. Left if your coming from the East side and Right if your coming from the West direction.
• PFLAG Canada - Sydney, Sydney: PFLAG Sydney provides support & education on issues of sexual orientation & gender identity. Karen 564-8728 mailto:sydneyns@pflagcanada.ca, meets last Sunday (of the month at 7:30pm. No meetings for July and August.) at Family Place Resource Centre 106 Townsend Street, Sydney NS
• PFLAG Truro: 662.3774
• Positive Connections: Teleconferenced support groups for people living with AIDS. mailto:connections@acns.ns.ca, meets every Monday (evening 7:00pm - 8:00pm) at by phone. No long distance charges. For more info call 425-4882 ext 228 or 1-800-566-2437 ext 228 or e-mail.
• Pride Cape Breton Society, Sydney: Dances and Social Events. Monthly dances are Adults Only! Check website for other events. (902) 539-4627 http://www.pridecapebreton.com (Dances on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Check website for dance theme!) at Southend Community Centre. Maps are at our website.
• Pride Guide Publishing: publisher of community focused maps, directories, event programs and more. 902-423-6999 mailto:prideguide@eastlink.ca
• Pride of Pictou County, New Glasgow: All GBLT in Pictou County. 695-5222 http://www.PrideofPictouCounty.ca (see web page for meeting info)
• Quakers, Halifax: Quakerism emphasizes that we all manifest the Divine. 429-2904 http://halifax.quaker.ca, meets every Sunday at Library at Atlantic School of Theology, Franklyn St. All very welcome.
• Queer Play, Halifax: A Queer performing arts group in Halifax NS. mailto:queerplay@gmail.com
• Rainbow Playtime, Halifax: Food & social meetings for same sex families with tots or couples considering parenthood. 461-9414
• Red Door, The, Kentville: Youth health adolescent center counselling, for up to age 30, all ages STD testing. 679-1411 (Monday through Friday, 1pm to 5pm, Wednesday open to 6:00) at 28 Webster Court
• RESPECT, Truro: Students Making Healthy Decisions. 902-893-6300 mailto:respect@nsac.ca (P.O. Box 550, Nova Scotia Agricultural College, Truro, N.S. B2N 5E3)
• SAAFE (Supporting An Alternative Friendly Environment), Truro: Social/support group at the NS Agricultural College. 902-893-6300 mailto:lyoung@nsac.ns.ca (Meeting are as requested.Membership changes each acedemic year.)
• Safe Harbour Metropolitan Community Church, Halifax: A Christian Church with an affirming ministry to the GBLT community. Everyone is welcome!. 453-9249 mailto:safeharbour@eastlink.ca http://safeharbourmcc.com, meets every Sunday (11 am) at 2786 Agricola St. Bloomfield Centre, Suite #108
• Saint Mary's Campus Outreach Society:
• Second Story Women's Centre, Lunenburg: We offer a meeting space for women, support counselling, programs, and referrals. (902)640-3044 mailto:secstory@eastlink.ca http://www.secstory.com at Second Story Women's Centre is located at 22 King Street, Post Office Centre, Lunenburg.
• Sexual Health Centre for Cumberland County, Cumberland County: We provide sexuality information and education in an environment that respects and supports choice. 667-7500 mailto:shccc@ns.aliantzinc.ca http://cumberlandcounty.cfsh.info at 12 LaPlanche? St., Amherst Monday - Thursday, 9 - 5 (by chance or appt.) Confidential, hassle-free. Free condoms
• Sexual Health Centre Lunenburg County, Bridgewater: Confidential information, support & services for all ages & genders. Free condoms & info pamphlets. 527-2868 mailto:LunCo@NSSexualHealth.ca http://www.LunCo.cfsh.info (Open by chance or by appointment ) at 4 Hillcrest Street Unit 8, Bridgewater. (On the corner of Dufferin and Hillcrest Streets). Closed during summers.
• South Shore Pride Social Club, Bridgewater: for 19 & older. 685-3297 mailto:info@southshorepride.ca http://www.southshorepride.ca (No meetings at this time.) at We hold dances on the third Saturday of each month from 9:00PM to 1:00AM. No dance in July. Door prizes and 50/50 draw and a major prize draw at June dance. Cash Bar. Call or email for location.
• Tatamagouche Centre, Tatamagouche: We are an affirming centre, welcoming all gay, lesbian, and transgendered people. 1.800.218.2220 mailto:tatacent@tatacentre.ca http://www.tatacentre.ca
• Team Halifax, Halifax: All GLBT over 18, athletes and performance artists, as well as anyone willing to help out. 422-9510 http://www.teamhalifax.com (No fixed schedule at this time, look on website for further details.)
• The Rainbow - Atlantic Awareness Society, (Cape Breton/Halifax/Annapolis Valley): mailto:tpineo@hotmail.com http://To be released
• Tightrope, Halifax: leather & denim brotherhood. See our monthly events listing at http://gay.hfxns.org/LocalEvents. 455-0623, ask for Don, meets 3rd Saturday
• Truro Pride, Truro: A group supporting GLBT individuals in the Colchester County. 902-895-0931 mailto:truropride@hotmail.com, meets every Wednesday (6:30 p.m.) at Coffee and conversation every Wednesday evening at the FairTrade? Cafe on Prince Street, between Commercial and Dominion Streets. The group is open to all and the cafe is a gay friendly environment. For information call the Northern AIDS ConnectionSociety? at 902-895-0931 or email truropride@hotmail.com The Truro Pride also hosts dances and other activities, ask for details.
• Universalist Unitarian Church, Halifax: an inclusive liberal religious community 429-5500, meets every Sunday (10:30) at 5500 Inglis St
• Valley Gay Men's Coffee House, Kingston: socials for gay men; gay & lesbian dances 19+. 902-765-2821 mailto:menembracingmen@yahoo.ca http://faceitwithpride.tripod.com (Coffee every Thursday 7-9pm, Dances on the first Saturday of the month, for the exception of in November. There is two dances held in October, On the First Saturday and the Last Saturday of that Month and NO Dance in November.) at email or call for locations or special events or themes
• Venus Envy Bursary Society: An annual award open to all women studying in NS. http://www.venusenvy.ca/halifax
• X-Pride, Antigonish: social & support group at X. 867- 5007 http://www.stfx.ca/people/xpride

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