Spectrum, Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space
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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
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
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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
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
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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
November 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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
November 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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
November 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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.
November 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
*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
November 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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
November 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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
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
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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
November 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
📢 📢 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
November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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.
November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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.
November 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
What's on this week at Spectrum: November 10 - 16! For full event details, go to: ourspectrum.com/events
November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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
November 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
QRIB Hangouts at Willow River Centre is next week! Make sure to grab your free ticket, space is limited. Go to: bit.ly/QRIBHangouts2025
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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!
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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
November 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM