Community Resources
2SLGBTQIA+ Resources That You May Find Useful
This is a list of useful 2SLGBTQIA+ web pages for Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada, International, and Indigenous resources.
RCWR is always looking to add 2SLGBTQIA+ to this list.
Please feel free to submit resource suggestions by hitting the “ADD NEW” button below. We will review suggestions and add to this list as appropriate.
Region of Waterloo
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2SLGBTQIA+ History in Waterloo Region
Remembering our shared history is a great way to strengthen the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Waterloo Region
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Grand River Rainbow History Project
The Grand River Rainbow Historical Project was begun in March, 2011. Although our website is still very young, we hope that you will find it an interesting and useful record of the histories of our intertwined rainbow communities in the Grand River area of Southwestern Ontario
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OK2BME
OK2BME is a set of supportive services for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) and questioning kids, teens, adults, and their families in Waterloo Region.
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Plan B Co-Op KW
Plan B Cooperative KW is a queer community project run by a team of dedicated folks looking to create accountable and accessible queer and trans spaces/events.
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Queer Events
Upcoming Queer Events In The Kitchener Waterloo Region
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Queer Night Out
Queer Night Out (QNO) is a collaboration between various non-profit and grassroots organizations
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Rainbow Pages (Spectrum)
Welcome to the Rainbow Pages Directory. Find queer friendly businesses, agencies and institutions in Waterloo Region.
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Spectrum Book and DVD Library Catalog (Spectrum)
Welcome to the SPECTRUM Lending Library catalogue. Using this website you can look up books and DVDs that we have in our collection available for our community to borrow.
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Spectrum Waterloo Region’s Rainbow Community Space
Spectrum serves, affirms, and supports the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Waterloo Region
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Thrive HIV Prevention and Support
At THRIVE, we work toward a future where new HIV, hepatitis C, and sexually-transmitted or blood-borne infections are rare in Waterloo Region & Guelph-Wellington County. People living with HIV will feel that maintaining health, well-being and full community participation are achievable, realistic goals.
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TransNAV Transgender Resource Directory (Spectrum)
Welcome to the TransNAV GPS Directory. Find transgender friendly businesses, agencies and institutions in Waterloo Region and beyond.
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Tri Pride
Celebrating and fostering Pride in Kitchener-Waterloo and Cambridge, Ontario since 1995
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University of Waterloo Waterloo’s resources for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Whether you’re in the process of coming out, proudly queer, or confused and questioning, I can tell you one thing for sure – you’re not alone.
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Waterloo Public Library Pride 2025
At Waterloo Public Library, we are dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and understanding, and invite you to join us in discovering Pride Month reading suggestions, programs, events, and resources designed to educate, entertain, and empower. This is a great opportunity to learn, to have fun and to appreciate how each member of our community contributes to creating safe, welcoming spaces for one another. Together, let’s create a world where everyone can thrive.
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Waterloo Region District School Board – 2SLGBTQIA+ Supports and Resources
To support students, families and our community, we have put together the following resources and supports from clinical and community organizations.
Ontario
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2SLGBTQIA+ Youthline
For thirty years, 2SLGBTQIA+ YouthLine has provided affirming, anonymous peer support and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth across Ontario.
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Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario
2SLGBTQIA+ Resources - In an effort to continue providing resources for members, students and the community at large, ETFO members have curated a bank of resources and websites that can be reference to address 2SLGBTQIA+ Education. We encourage all members to ensure that they use this landing page to find sites that can help support their pedagogy and students throughout the year.
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Rainbow Health Ontario
Rainbow Health Ontario develops accessible, evidence-based resources for service providers, organizations and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members. From clinical guidelines to health promotion tools and our podcast, 2SLGBTQIA+ Health in Focus, our materials are grounded in research and lived experience.
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The 519
The 519 is committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. A City of Toronto agency with an innovative model of Service, Space and Leadership, we strive to make a real difference in people’s lives, while working to advance equity, justice and community strength.
Canada
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Egale Canada
Mission is to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQI people in Canada and to enhance the global response to 2SLGBTQI issues. Egale will achieve this by informing public policy, inspiring cultural change, and promoting human rights and inclusion through research, education, awareness and legal advocacy.
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Friends of Ruby
A welcoming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth
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PFLAG Canada
Pflag Canada supports 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their families across Canada.
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Women and Gender Equality
List of funded 2SLGBTQI+ organizations announced on January 31, 2025
International
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Consortium For Stronger LGBT+ Communities
Consortium is the largest network of LGBT+ groups and organisations in the UK
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Equaldex
Global LGBT Organizations
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GLAAD
Founded in 1985, GLAAD is a non-profit organization focused on 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy and cultural change. GLAAD works to ensure fair, accurate, and inclusive representation and creates national and local programs that advance 2SLGBTQIA+ acceptance. Serving as a storyteller, media force, resource, and advocate, GLAAD tackles tough issues and provokes dialogue so that authentic 2SLGBTQIA+ stories are seen, heard, and actualized. GLAAD strives to protect all that has been accomplished and helps create a world where everyone can live the life they love.
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Ilga World
ILGA World is The International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Intersex Association
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List of 2SLGBTQIA+ Rights Organizations
This is a list of 2SLGBTQIA+ rights organizations around the world.
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National 2SLGBTQIA+ Task Force
Fight for Queer Equality with Us! Join the Task Force as we defend, protect, and amplify queer and trans rights.
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Outright International
Outright International is dedicated to working with partners around the globe to strengthen the capacity of the 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights movement, document and amplify human rights violations against LGBTIQ people, and advocate for inclusion and equality.
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PFLAG International
PFLAG is creating a caring, just, and affirming world for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and those who love them.
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Rainbow Railroad
We help at-risk 2SLGBTQIA+ people get to safety. In countries around the world, 2SLGBTQIA+ people face violence and oppression simply because of who they love or who they are. We help them get to safety.
Indigenous
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2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations Resource Guide
Welcome to the website of 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations
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Family and Children’s Services of Waterloo Region
Indigenous Community Resources
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Indigenous Resources, Knowledge & Solidarity
Indigenous led services and programming available through Turtle Island
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KW Urban Native Wigwam Project
To provide culturally safe and affordable housing for the Indigenous (FNMI) community in Waterloo Region.