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Telephone support and information to anyone with questions or concerns about sexual orientation and/or gender identity/gender expression issues * gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans-identified, parents, youth, teachers, friends, employers and health care workers

Weekly drop-in social support group for 2SLGBTQIA+ (2-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual +) youth between the ages of 14 and 18

Nonprofit organization responsible for planning annual public events celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in London and area * annual Pride parade (along Queens Ave) and outdoor festival held in Victoria Park

Support services to survivors who have experienced sexual violence as adults or as children * works to change harmful attitudes that allow sexual violence to exist * includes counselling, workshops and training opportunities for LGBT2Q+ individuals

Accompaniment of victim to court, hospital or police station * supportive peer counselling one-to-one or in groups * information and referrals * sexual violence education and training for professionals and the public

Newcomer settlement agency and intercultural education resource centre * promotes intercultural awareness and understanding * advocacy and assistance in accessing local medical, education, and social services

• client support services
  
• intercultural competencies (cultural diversity) training
• employment counselling
• orientation services for newcomers
• settlement counselling
• settlement workers in schools
• volunteer opportunities

LGBTQ Settlement Services - Support for LGBTQ immigrants settling in Canada * information and orientation, problem solving, and assistance with immigration and Canadian documentation

LGBTQ Social/Support Group for Newcomers - Warm, safe, and welcoming environment for LGBTQ newcomers * meet other newcomers in the LGBTQ community for coffee, conversation, education, social activities, peer support, friendship, and fun * to join or support the group, call for information

Community Connections - Volunteer-based program which provides support for newcomers to Canada * assists youth and adult clients with adjusting to life in Canada * helps to establish professional and social networks

Joseph's House - Provides temporary accommodation for newly arrived refugee claimants * residents usually stay an average of one and a half months

Language Assessment and Referral Services (LARS) - Assessment of English language skills for settlement-based language training program * French language skills assessment also available

Settlement Services - Assistance for new immigrants or refugees to settle, adapt and integrate into London

Services and Programs:

• Job Search Workshop for Newcomers
• Translation and Interpretation Services

Counselling services to help people increase understanding of their situation, provide a safe place to express and examine feelings, develop and expand coping strategies, enhance self-esteem and strengthen supportive relationships

Coming Out Over Coffee - Drop-in discussion and support group for people over 19 years of age who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, queer, or who are questioning * every second and fourth Tue of the month

Communication Skills Groups for Couples - 8 week program for couples who would like to improve their communication and relationship skills

Managing Anxiety and DepressionFor Women- 10 week program for women suffering from anxiety and depressive symptoms, and who can benefit from support and symptom management

Men Managing Emotions - 6 week program for men who want to learn strategies for identifying and coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression and other emotions

Men Moving Towards Healing - Healing the Impact of Abuse - 12 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on processing the impact of abuse, the survivor's sense of self, and connecting with others

Men Moving Towards Healing - Coping and Support - 8 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on understanding the impact of sexual abuse and developing coping strategies and stability in daily life

Mindfulness - 6 week program for adults over 18 years of age who are interested in bringing more awareness and intention to their everyday lives * discusses stress, self-care, mindfulness exercises, and weekly themed activities

Rebuilding after Separation and Divorce - 10 week program for men and women to work through the impact of separation on their lives * 8 week program also available

Women and Anger - 8 week program for women who would like to better understand their anger, learn conflict resolution skills and assertiveness skills

Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible

Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.

In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.

Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.

PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.

GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.

GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities

SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.

The Oxford County Pride Committee is comprised of 2SLGBTQIA community members and allies. The objective of our committee is to develop an artistic and cultural Pride celebration. We recognize diversity of gender throughout Oxford County. In doing so, the Pride Committee highlights organizations, business', services and opportunities that support and promote positive outcomes for the 2SLGBTQIA community and Allies

Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible

Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.

In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.

Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.

PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.

GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.

GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities

SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.

Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible

Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.

In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.

Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.

PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.

GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.

GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities

SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.

PFLAG Canada supports, educates and provides resources to all individuals with questions or concerns regarding issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.

Provides LGBTQ2S+ programming to make Perth County more welcoming, accepting and inclusive for gender and sexually diverse individuals. Works with community partners to advance LGBTQ2S+ inclusiveness.

Oxford County's Rainbow Coalition is a group of expert community members as well as people from mental health, public health, health and social service sectors working together to address issues of homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism in our community.

Our work includes:
* challenging homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism
* providing education in order to create safer spaces for LGBTQ+ people
* increasing resources and services available for people who are LGBTQ+. We continue to invite new members who have a passion for human rights and equality to join our coalition.

PFLAG Canada supports, educates and provides resources to all individuals with questions or concerns regarding issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.

The Waterloo Region Rainbow Coalition (WRRC) is a volunteer-based community association that acts as a central hub for the local Rainbow community. WRRC brings together various stakeholders from across the Region.

This group is a resource for anyone that identifies as transmasculine, happening virtually during the pandemic.

This group is a resource for anyone that identifies as transgender non-binary

Social and discussion group for older 2SLGTBQ+-identified adults. Meeting both in-person and virtually. Check the calendar for details https://www.ourspectrum.com/events/

This group is a resource for anyone that identifies within the trans/gender variant umbrella, including but not limited to: transgender, transsexual, genderqueer, gender fluid, non-binary, genderless, agender, non-gendered, third gender, two spirit, bigender, transman, transwoman, neutrois, questioning and beyond.Meeting both in-person and virtually

Glow is the oldest continually-running university-based 2SLGBTQ+ group in Canada. Run entirely by dedicated student volunteers, Glow promotes a healthy attitude towards all sexual orientations and gender identities on the UWaterloo campus by providing a wide variety of peer support, social events, advocacy work, and resources.

Creating space for the LGBTQ community at Wilfrid Laurier University

A space for young (16-19) LGBTQ2+ people to come together and hone their own leadership skills, see ideas come to life and contribute to the community.

OK2BME is a set of free, confidential services for kids and teens wondering about their sexuality or gender identity. They may identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-variant, or they may just have questions. It includes therapeutic counselling for individuals, couples and families as well as a bi-weekly drop-in Youth Group. OK2BME offers public education, training and consultation on diversity and issues facing the LGBTQ2+ population.