Queer Community Dinner
Calling all Queer community to come on down to Queer Community Dinner (QCD) on the second Saturday of the month! Join us for a delicious meal prepared by Chef Hailey (they/them) and volunteers. By queer community for queer community!
Doors open at 5:00pm, dinner is served at 5:30pm*
Where: Oaklands Community Centre (#1-2827 Belmont Ave.)
*indoor & outdoor seating available throughout the summer
Entry by suggested donation: $5-$10
2025 Schedule:
- Jan 11 (Registration opens Dec 30, 2024)
- Feb 8 (Registration opens Jan 27)
- March & April - Chef away, break.
- May 10 (Registration opens April 28)
- June 14 (Registration opens May 26)
- July - post Pride break!
- Aug 9 (Registration opens July 28)
- Sept 13 (Registration opens Sept 1)
- Oct 11 (Registration opens Sept 29)
- Nov - TBD
- Dec - TBD
Queer & Ally Chess Club
WELCOME TO THE CLUB!
We are beginner-friendly and non-competitive! Learn something new, meet local community members, create a safe environment with us, all while playing chess, and a variety of other board games!
When: First Monday of the month, 7-9pm
Where: Oaklands Community Centre (#1-2827 Belmont Ave.)
Registration (encouraged but not required)
Program Leaders: Mur & Blaise
This program is cost-free, and chess boards are provided.
Participants must be 12+ years.
Drop-ins welcome.
Contact programs@oaklandsca.com for more information.
Trans Older Adult (55+) Lunch Social
In partnership with Gender Generations Project, this new program is for all Trans, Two-spirit, Non-binary, and Gender-diverse older adults (55+)!
Join us on the second Sunday of the month for a drop-in lunch social. There will be a simple lunch provided, and a facilitator to lead discussions, workshops and activities.
When: Second Sunday of the month, 12-2pm
Where: Oaklands Community Centre (#1-2827 Belmont Ave.)
For more information, email community@oaklandsca.com or call 250-370-9101 ext 5.
2SLGBTQ+ Working Group
The 2SLGBTQ+ Working Group is a group of Oaklands Community Association staff, volunteers, and Oaklands community members who meet once a month to help shape the Queer Futures of our neighbourhood.
We work together to create and support the Queer & Trans programming and events at the centre.
If you would like to get involved or learn more, email community@oaklandsca.com or call 250-370-9101 ext 5.
Contact Us
For more info regarding 2SLGBTQ+ programs at Oaklands please contact:
Lore (they/them)
250-370-9101 ext #5
Interested in Volunteering with our Queer programs?
Learn more and Apply Here!