Resources for Trans Folks
As I connect with other providers I have been lucky to discover a lot or resources. It is always difficult to find gender-affirming resources, so I hope that this helps folks find valuable information in one place! Have something you want to add? Please reach out!
Ottawa - Specific Resources
ULTIMATE RESOURCE LIST created by Centertown: Centertown is a Community Health Center that provides health and social services. Their resource list includes ID & name change information and supports (pg.2 and 5), Community/Social support (pg.6), Health - Mental, physical, sexual (pg. 22), Resources to Services e.g., binders, hairdressers (pg.29)
AFFIRM: Planned Parenthood Ottawa: Peer-based program by and for trans people centered in improving care and access, ensuring that individuals feel informed, supported, and advocated for. Support happens over the phone, video call, email, and in-person. Affirm supports people of all ages, with a focus on youth and their families through our partnership with Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)’s Gender Diversity Services
Peer Support Options from AFFIRM
Kind Space: Community centre in Ottawa that offers resources, events, social and educational programming. Drop-in groups include:
20 Something Group
30ish Group
Ace/Aro Space
Cafe Q
Fabulous 40’s
Gender Quest
(The) Puzzle Club
Silver Souls 50+
QueerAmore
Trans Library Ottawa: A library filled with trans authors and books related to the history of trans issues and people - see book collection. This is also a safe social space with a lot of wonderful events. See the Trans Library Event calendar HERE
Trans Wellness Ontario: Services meant for individuals 13 years and older including individual counselling, peer support, community game nights, parent peer mentoring, a clothing cupboard where community members can access clothing that makes them feel like their best selves, and a range of special events
Other Ottawa Providers, Groups and Mental Health Support:
Facebook group: Mosaic Ottawa
World-Wide Resources
Safe Space Alliance: LGBTQI+ led nonprofit organization that helps people identify, navigate, and create safe spaces for LGBTQI+ communities worldwide
https://safespacealliance.com/
My Voice on T: A group where you can practice and receive support from other folks who are on T
Vocal Congruence: An amazing website with resources and map for all gender-voice providers
Snippet from Vocal Congruence Provider Map
