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Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
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Spectrum serves, affirms, and supports the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Waterloo Region through peer support, sports and arts events, and more.

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Some days you just have to vibe.

This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of consistent self expression – set up your monthly donation and give like you live: ourspectrum.com/donate
November 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Aro & Ace Space is a place for aromantic and/or asexual folks to come together in community! Join us next Wednesday, November 26 to connect with others of a similar identity to you. We hope to see you there! Want full details? ourspectrum.com/events
A bright graphic that is advertising for Spectrum's Aro and Ace Space. The graphic features a large, close-up of a person's chest. They're wearing a black t-shirt and a chain necklace, and on their shirt is a small asexual pride flag pin.
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Join Spectrum Waterloo Region, SHORE Centre, and Willow River Centre host a community conversation on how we can keep each other safe. The community conversation will be held featuring panelists Amy Smoke, Teneile Warren, and Kamil Ahmed. Sign up for a free ticket: bit.ly/SpectrumEventbrite
November 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Next Tuesday, November 25, we have our Beyond the Binary group! This group is for anyone with a gender outside of the binary. We'll see you there! Want more info? ourspectrum.com/events
A graphic with a gender-diverse person with dark skin and short, black hair in the lower right corner. They have on bright blush and are applying lipstick while smiling at the camera. This is advertising for Beyond the Binary, happening next Tuesday.
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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At Spectrum Sports, you don’t just hit a ball once, you hit all year.

On Giving Tuesday, give the gift of consistent connection – set up your monthly donation and give like you live: ourspectrum.com/donate
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November 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Instead of Creative Writing next week, join us at Willow River Pavilion as we blend dance, drag, and fine arts into one fantastic celebration of Queerness & Community. The evening will include performances and an art market all from emerging artists. More info: ourspectrum.com/events
On a dark background there is a graphic of two people dancing in bright colours. The title reads: Sashay and Slay, a showcase and art market
November 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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What's on this week at Spectrum, November 17 - 23. Rainbow Family Breakfast Club is also on Sunday, November 23 starting at 10 AM -- but this week was so full we couldn't fit it! For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Transmasculine Peer Support: Monday, November 17, 7:00 - 9:00 PM Bi & Pan Space: Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 - 9:00 PM 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support (Ages 18 - 25): Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 - 9:00 PM at Downtown Kitchener Community Centre Spectrum Arts: Singing Social: Wednesday, November 19, 5:00 - 6:30 PM Queer Mechanics Club: Wednesday, November 19, 7:00 - 9:00 PM at Red Raccoon Bike Rescue (79 Joseph St. Kitchener) Spectrum Prime (50+): Wednesday, November 19, 7:00 - 9:00 PM Candlelight Vigil & Panel for Transgender Day of Remembrance: Thursday, November 20, 6:30 - 7:30 at 44 Gaukel St., Kitchener. day5games, our weekly games night: Friday, November 21, 7:00 - 9:00 PM BRIQ House: Saturday, November 22, 5:00 - 7:00 PM Rainbow Family Breakfast Club: Sunday, November 23, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Polyamorous Community Discussion Group: Sunday, November 23, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
November 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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A queer vespers service centered around Transgender Day of Remembrance. Reverend Michiko Brown-Kai (they/them) presiding. To submit names or for info, please email waterloo@scmcanada.org - Sunday November 16th at 7pm, at Keffer Memorial Chapel at Martin Luther University College in Waterloo.
There are drawings of several candles in the colours of the transgender flag. The title reads: Transgender Day of Remembrance, Queer Vespers.
November 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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The Polyamorous Community Discussion Group is back Next Sunday, November 23 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM! If you're a part of the polyamorous community and looking for a fun space to find community, come join us! Want more info? ourspectrum.com/events
On a soft pink gradient background, there is a graphic of three people embracing in the lower right corner. Two of the people are masculine presenting, one with lighter skin, the other with dark skin. The third person has black hair and is feminine presenting. They are all smiling, happy to be in one anothers' embrace. The title reads: Polyamory Community Discussion Group.
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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*REPOST* Eli Wood has been missing since October 19 after a house fire, and investigators are suspecting foul play. Anyone with information is asked to contact WRPS' Major Crime Unit at 519-570-9777, extension 8191, or anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
Two pictures of Eli Woods are centred on this graphic. Eli is a young, white transgender person with short hair. In one picture he's wearing wireframe glasses and earphones. He has tattoos on his arms. A full description of Eli is in the description below.
November 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Our monthly BRIQ House program is back next Saturday, November 22 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM! This group is for 2SLGBTQIA+ who are also Black, Indigenous, or Racialized. We hope to see you there! For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Within this graphic is a group of six people at the bottom of the image. They are all smiling at the camera, leaned casually against a wall in the Spectrum space. This image is advertising for Spectrum's BRIQ House, a support group for Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Folks who are also 2SLGBTQIA+.
November 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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We’re eager to bring our Rainbow Family Breakfast Club and after-school programming to more people, especially underserved rural communities, through this granting opportunity at The Commonwell. Show your support for the project by leaving a quick comment here: https://bit.ly/SpectrumxCommonwell
November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Eli Woods has been missing since October 19 after a house fire, and investigators are suspecting foul play. Anyone with information is asked to contact WRPS' Major Crime Unit at 519-570-9777, extension 8191, or anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
Two pictures of Eli Woods are centred on this graphic. Eli is a young, white transgender person with short hair. In one picture he's wearing wireframe glasses and earphones. He has tattoos on his arms. A full description of Eli is in the description below.
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Our 2SLGBTQ+ Newcomers Peer Support Group is finally beginning. If you're looking for support as you settle into Canada, join us. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
On a purple background, the title reads: 2SLGBTQ+ Newcomers Peer Support. There is an graphic drawing of three people standing in front of the image of a globe with a heart in the center. They're embracing one another, smiling.
November 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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📢 📢 New Program Alert!! 🚲 🦽

We'd like to present the Queer Mechanic's Club in partnership with Red Raccoon Bike Rescue! This group is for folks in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to learn about bike & mobility device repair and meet others passionate about bikes! Learn more here: ourspectrum.com/events
A hand-drawn picture of two folks biking together with their hands in each other's back pockets. Just ahead of them is someone using a wheelchair. The title reads: Queer Mechanics Club with Red Raccoon Bike Rescue.
November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Next week's Singing Social is a special Instrumental Edition! This session welcomes you to bring along some instruments to play along with the singing. We hope to see you there.
On a dark purple and red background, there is a person playing guitar and another singing in the lower right. This is advertising for the new Spectrum arts program: Singing Social, Instrumental Edition! Happening next Wednesday. More information in the description.
November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Rainbow Family Breakfast Club is being moved to Sunday, November 23! We'll also be releasing a new schedule for this group in December, so keep a look out! See you and the family there in a few weeks.
On a bright orange background, the text reads: Rainbow Family Breakfast Club, which is a family program from Spectrum. In the lower right is a family with two dads and their child playing legos.
November 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Our Bi & Pan Space is coming up next Tuesday, November 18! If you're someone who identifies as bisexual or pansexual, we'd love to have you join us. For more info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
There is a picture of a pair of people smiling at the camera while embracing surrounded by colourful doodles. This graphic is advertising for Spectrum's Bi & Pan Space.
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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What's on this week at Spectrum: November 10 - 16! For full event details, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
Transgender Peer Support Mon., Nov. 10, 7 - 9 PM Drag-ify Tues., Nov. 11, 7 PM at Indulgence Studio in Waterloo 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Peer Support (Ages 18 - 25) Tues., Nov. 11, 7 - 9 PM at DTK Community Centre Queer Women’s Group Tues., Nov. 11, 7 - 9 PM Spectrum Arts: Art Making & Art Market Workshop Wed., Nov. 12, 5 - 6:30 PM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Thurs., Nov. 13, 7 - 8 PM at Queen’s Square CPL day5games Fri., Nov. 14, 7 - 9 PM QRIB Hangouts Fri., Nov. 14, 7 - 9 PM at Willow River Centre Family Breakfast Club Sun., Nov. 16, 7 - 9 PM Transfeminine Peer Support Sun., Nov. 16, 7 - 9 PM
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Next Sunday, November 16 is our Rainbow Family Breakfast Club! This group is for rainbow families with young kiddos who want some conversation and coffee while the kiddos play. Bring the family over to Spectrum for the morning! Want more info? ourspectrum.com/events
On a bright orange background, the text reads: Rainbow Family Breakfast Club, which is a family program from Spectrum. In the lower right is a family with two dads and their child playing legos.
November 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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QRIB Hangouts at Willow River Centre is next week! Make sure to grab your free ticket, space is limited. Go to: bit.ly/QRIBHangouts2025
On a purple gradient background, the text of the title reads: QRIB Hangouts. In the lower right there is a picture of four racialized folks, smiling at the camera. Three are sitting on a couch, with the fourth, a person in a brightly coloured track suit, laying across their laps and grinning wide.
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Next Sunday, November 16 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM is our Transfeminine Peer Support Group. If you're a transfeminine person looking for community and connection, stop by Spectrum and join us!
A transfeminine person with long dark hair and a knitted cardigan is smiling wide at a friend who is just off-camera. The title reads: Transfeminine Peer Support Group. This happens this Sunday from 1:00 - 3:00 PM.
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Next Wednesday, November 12 from 5:00 - 6:30 PM, Spectrum Arts is hosting its Art-Making Drop in! Stop by to create something beautiful. Want more info? ourspectrum.com/events
On a pink, orange, and yellow background, there is a graphic of a feminine-presenting person with dark skin, long hair, and paint-covered overalls. They are holding a paintbrush and palette. The title reads: Drop-In Art Making Group. This session takes place on Wednesday from 5:00 - 6:30 PM.
November 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Join us for the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at 44 Gaukel. We'll be hosting a panel of speakers and inviting folks to partake in a candlelight vigil. For full info, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
An image with two lit candles and a dark purple background. The text reads: Candlelight Vigil & Panel for the Transgender Day of Remembrance.
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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Our Queer Women's Group is back next Tuesday from 7:00 - 9:00 PM! If you're someone with experiences of queer womanhood, we'd love to have you. Want more info? Go to: ourspectrum.com/events
On a soft pink and purple gradient background, the title for this graphic reads: Queer Women's Group. There are two feminine-presenting people in the lower right corner, sitting on chairs and looking at one another. This group takes place next Tuesday from 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM