Qmmunity Connections

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Wood Buffalo Pride’s Qmmunity Connections program is a series of varying drop in programs, workshops, and events that aim to increase connection and wellbeing of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. By creating safe and inclusive spaces to gather, we give members of the queer community places to connect with like minded individuals and participate in activities that improve quality of life and increase a sense of belonging. 

Through Qmmunity Connections we offer:

• Social Events
• Fitness and Wellbeing Programs
• Creative Workshops
• Education and Awareness Workshops

Hey, batter batter batter… Swing! Join Pride for a drop-in game of softball! No experience necessary - Come and play a fun game, learn a few new skills, and play ball! Bring your own equipment, or use ours! Don’t know how to play? No problem! We will go over everything you need to know.

Close-toed shoes are required.

August 14, 6-8pm

Syncrude Athletic Park, Diamond 5

Free | No registration

This venue is outdoors, with accessible parking and gender-neutral portable bathrooms on-site. Ground may be uneven in places due to ongoing construction in parts of the park.

Contact us if you have any accessibility concerns at info@wbpride.ca

Get ready to set, bump, and spike! Join Pride for an afternoon of volleyball in Macdonald Island’s Fieldhouse #2! Come through the main entrance and watch for signage.

Clean indoor running shoes are required. No food or drink is permitted in the gymnasium besides water.

September 5, 6-8pm

MacDonald Island Field House #2

Free | No registration

This venue has accessible parking, ramps, automatic doors and elevators. The change rooms and washrooms by the fieldhouse are gendered. A universal changeroom is available by the pool.

There is a gender neutral multi-stall bathroom by the Redpoll Centre.

There will not be music or flashing lights, but the gym may be loud and overstimulating.

Contact us if you have any accessibility concerns at info@wbpride.ca

Time to climb to new heights!Join Pride for an afternoon of rock climbing! We will be located at the MacDonald Island Pepsi Climbing Wall. There will be a 15 minute introduction and safety briefing before climbing can begin. 

Clean indoor running shoes are required. No food or drink is permitted in the gymnasium besides water. Ages 4 and up are welcome to climb; ages 4 - 14 require adult supervision. Maximum harness size is 47 inches/120cm & maximum auto belay weight is 310lbs. 

October 10, 4-5:15pm

MacDonald Island Pepsi Climbing Wall

Free | No registration

This venue has accessible parking, ramps, automatic doors and elevators. The change rooms and washrooms by the fieldhouse are gendered. A universal changeroom is available by the pool.

There is a gender neutral multi-stall bathroom by the Redpoll Centre.

There will not be music or flashing lights, but the gym may be loud and overstimulating.

Contact us if you have any accessibility concerns at info@wbpride.ca

Every month, The District YMM hosts an inclusive yoga class in collaboration with Wood Buffalo Pride.

This community yoga class is open to 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, and allies are always welcome! Class will be all-levels and no prior yoga experience is required. All yoga mats and props are provided at the studio, and change rooms will be gender-neutral during this class time. Wear whatever you feel comfortable in for movement.

Registration is free or by donation to Wood Buffalo Pride. You can check the schedule and register for class in advance on The District YMM website here. 

*Any participants under 18 will require a parent/legal guardian to sign a waiver prior to participating in the class

Every third Wednesday of the month, the Syncrude Sport & Wellness Centre Aerobics Studio will host a dedicated 2SLGBTQIA+ Space from 5-7pm.

This initiative was developed as a collaboration to create a fitness environment centered on comfort, privacy, and respect. During this time, the space is reserved exclusively for those who self-identify within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and allies.

We are committed to building spaces where all individuals can focus on their wellbeing without fear of judgment. Registration is required, photography is not permitted, and gender-inclusive change rooms will be available for participants to use.

Register for the Fitness Drop-In on the SSWC Activity website here.

Join us on the first Sunday of the month from 2-4 pm at The Redpoll Centre (2nd floor of SMS Equipment Place - in the conference room) for coffee, tea, crafts and community. You can bring your own craft project to work on, and we will also have some additional craft activities and board games available. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided. Come by, be cozy, be in community! 

• Free to attend, no registration needed
• Drop in any time
• Family friendly
• Sober event
• Allies are welcome!

Join us at the Hub Family Resource Centre every third Wednesday of the month, in the Wolf Midstream Programs Room for a cozy morning Rainbow Cafe. Enjoy coffee and conversation for parents and caregivers, plus music and crafts for little ones!

This event is open to all 2SLGBTQIA+ and ally parents and caregivers looking to connect with others and build a supportive, inclusive community among peers. Come as you are - we can't wait to welcome you!

Please register in advance for free on The Hub Family Resource Centre website here. 

The Hub Family Resource Centre is a certified Wood Buffalo Pride Rainbow Space!

Qreative Connections is a drop-in art based program for youth, offered in partnership with Justin Slade Youth Foundation. This is a space for local youth to express themselves in a safe and welcoming environment.

All drop in activities are free for youth to attend and no registration is required. All supplies are provided. While this program centers 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, all youth are welcome to attend!

Qreative Connections is held at two locations:

The first and last Wednesday of every month:

Justin Slade Youth Foundation The Dugout (Haxton Centre, 10500 Morrison Street) 

5:00-6:30pm

The second Wednesday of every month:

Suncor Energy Centre for the Performing Arts (230 Powder Drive - a community host will let you know which room we are in when you arrive)

5:30-7:30pm

Justin Slade Youth Foundation is a certified Wood Buffalo Pride Rainbow Space!