The Pride Centre of Edmonton offers a wide range of programming, including groups and programs held at the Centre as well as outreach programs such as public education and workshops for the broader community.
For information on our outreach programs, please contact 780-488-3234 or admin@pridecentreofedmonton.org
Weekly Groups and Programs:
Every day
YouthSpace (Youth Drop-in)
Tuesday – Friday 3 pm – 7 pm
Saturday 2 pm – 6:30 pm
A safe and supportive space for GLBTQ youth 25 and under. Video games, computers with internet, coffee bar, and more.
Contact person: Dawn Buchynski – dawn@pridecentreofedmonton.org or 780-488-3234
Sunday
Men Talking with Pride
7 pm – 9 pm every Sunday
A social discussion group for gay and bisexual men to discuss current issues and to offer support to each other.
Contact person: Rob Wells – robwells780@hotmail.com
Womonspace Board Meeting **See calendar for next Womonspace meeting
Womonspace is a Social and Recreational Society in Edmonton run by volunteers. They provide opportunities for lesbians to interact and support each other in a safe environment, and to contribute to the broader community.
Check out their website here.
Contact person: Colleen – womonspace@gmail.com
Edmonton Pride Fesitival Society
11:30 am – 1:30 pm on every Sunday in May and June
The Edmonton Pride Week Society is responsible for planning and coordinating the Edmonton Pride Week Festival in June.
Check out their website here.
Contact person: Colleen – info@edmontonpride.ca
Monday
Umbrella Group
6:30 – 8:30 pm on the 1st & 3rd Monday of each month
A group dedicated to youth between the ages of 13-25 and an adult-free zone. Parents, guardians, and social workers are welcome to come, however, once the meeting starts, they will be asked to be in a separate room out of respect and safety for all youth attending. Umbrella Group is run in partnership with ER for Youth
Contact person: Dawn Buchynski – dawn@pridecentreofedmonton.org or 780-488-3234
HIV Support Group
7 – 9 pm on the 2nd Monday of each month
Support group for gay or bisexual men living with HIV/AIDS.
Contact person: Gil Charest – huges@shaw.ca
Tuesday
Seniors Drop-In
1 – 4 pm every Tuesday and Thursday
A social and support group for seniors of all genders and sexualities to talk, have tea and offer each other support.
Contact person: Jeff Bovee – tuff@shaw.ca or 780-488-3234
TTIQ
7:30 – 9:30 pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month
Education and support for transgender, transsexual, intersexed and questioning people, their friends, families and allies.
Contact person: admin@pridecentreofedmonton.org
Community Potluck
6 – 9 pm on the last Tuesday of each month
A potluck open to all members of the LGBTQ community. A time to get together, share a meal and meet people from the community.
Contact person: Jeff Bovee – tuff@shaw.ca or 780-488-3234
YAC: Youth Advisory Committee
630-8pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
This Committee gives youth the opportunity to have an impact in the programs and events at the Pride Centre. This is also the planning group for the Queer Youth Camp Out.
Contact Person: Dawn Buchynski – dawn@pridecentreofedmonton.org or (780) 488-3234
Wednesday
Counselling
6- 9 pm every Wednesday
Free, short-term, solution-focused counselling, provided by professionally trained counsellors.
More info or to book an appointment call 780-488-3234 or email admin@pridecentreofedmonton.org
Craft Night
630-830pm every Wednesday
This event is open to all ages and changes according to demand. Crafts range in price from $2-$5 to cover the cost of materials. If interested in the current craft please call or email
PFLAG
On Hiatus
Thursday
Seniors Drop-In
1 – 4 pm every Tuesday and Thursday
A social and support group for seniors of all genders and sexualities to talk, have tea and offer each other support.
Contact person: Jeff Bovee – tuff@shaw.ca or 780-488-3234
Youth Movie
6:30 – 8:30 pm every Thursday
Watch a movie with your peers! All movies must have a rating no higher than 14A. Movie chosen by youth, usually with LBGT themes. Open to all youth under age 25.
Contact person: Dawn Buchynski – dawn@pridecentreofedmonton.org or 780-488-3234
Women’s Social Circle (WoSC)
7 – 9 pm on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month
WoSC was created for all female-identified individuals in Edmonton’s LGBTQ Community that are 18+. We are a safe place for you to network, socialize and get resources and (informal) support.
Contact Person: Andrea Parker – andrea@pridecentreofedmonton.org or 780-488-3234
STD Testing – FREE!
*Temporarily on hiatus
Free STD testing for anyone interested. For more information please contact the Pride Centre.
Contact: 780-488-3234 - admin@pridecentreofedmonton.org
Friday
Prime Timers Games Night
7 – 10 pm on the 2nd & last Friday of every month
Games night for men age 55+
Contact person: Jeff Bovee – tuff@shaw.ca
Dinner & A Movie
Potluck 6-7pm Movie 7-10pm
Giving youth the opportunity to mix and mingle, eat and be merry, and enjoy a good ol’ fashion… what are we 80?
Bring your friends, bring some food for a potluck, and enjoy dinner & a movie! Potluck starts at 6pm, Movies & Board Games at 7pm, Wrap up by 10pm, as some of us have to sleep. 
Don’t know what to make? Give Jess a heads up, show up around 430pm and we’ll make stuff here!
Contact Person: Jess – jess@pridecentreofedmonton.org or (780) 488-3234
Saturday
Art Group
11am – 2 pm every Saturday
Drawing & sketching group open to all ages and abilities
Contact person: Jeff Bovee – tuff@shaw.ca
Suit Up and Show Up: AA Big Book Study
12 – 1 pm every Saturday
Discussion and support group for those struggling with an alcohol addiction or seeking support in staying sober.
Contact person: admin@pridecentreofedmonton.org
EPLC: Edmonton Pagan Learning Circle
3 – 545pm 3rd Saturday of each month
Join the EPLC to meet new people, learn about paganism, and foster involvement in the local pagan community. The EPLC Fellowship is not a coven, nor are we a religous society, however Edmonton Pagan Learning Circle Fellowship – EPLC, is an interactive pagan spiritualist discussion group that is family friendly focusing on non-denominational group offering community pagan learning. Families with Children Welcome.
Contact: EdmontonPaganLearningCircle@gmail.com
***YUY: Youth Understanding Youth has moved!***
YUY is a social and support group for LBGTQ youth between ages 14-25. Check out their new location at 10031-109 St. (Behind the construction, in the Baptist Church!)
Need more info? Contact Scott! info@yuyedm.ca