Calgary Outlink

Calgary Outlink Calgary Outlink: Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity Outlink has been serving the Calgary community since 1984.

Our hub is a safe community space that offers peer support, peer groups, connections to the LGBTQ+ community, access to resources, and educational opportunities.

Join us for a fun evening outside with some games and activities, like frisbee and badminton! We will meet at the Outlin...
05/23/2026

Join us for a fun evening outside with some games and activities, like frisbee and badminton! We will meet at the Outlink office then head over to Cowboys Park next door together. We will have activities and games, but feel free to bring your own too! If it rains we will play games and do crafts inside.

The Outlink office is located at #400 - 750 11 St SW inside The Calgary Rainbow Room. Please visit calgaryoutlink.ca/venue/the-rainbow-room/ for more information around accessibility and how to get there!

Our Inside Out youth group is for 2SLGBTQ+ and allied youth ages 13-18 along with their friends, families, and close supporters. We aim to create fun, affirming, and friendly spaces for q***r and trans youth!

[ID: Announcement for Inside Out youth group meeting that reads "Join us for a fun evening outside with some games and activities, like frisbee and badminton! We will meet at the Outlink office then head over to Cowboys Park next door together. We will have activities and games, but feel free to bring your own too! If it rains we will play games and do crafts inside". There are pictures of a badminton racquet, a birdie, and a frisbee. The background is red with various shapes and patterns. /endID]

The You Matter Support & Resource Line will be closing early tonight, Tuesday, May 19th, at 7:00 PM for volunteer traini...
05/19/2026

The You Matter Support & Resource Line will be closing early tonight, Tuesday, May 19th, at 7:00 PM for volunteer training purposes. The line will resume normal operating hours tomorrow.

If you’re in need of support while we’re away, please reach out to the following resources:

Trans Lifeline: 1-877- 330-6366 (this number is for trans and nonbinary folks specifically, but if you wish to contact the Family and Friends Line call the main number and ask for the Family and Friends Line)

Interligne (24/7): 1-888-505-1010 (help and information for gender and sexual diverse people in Canada - offered in French and English)

Distress Centre (24/7): 403-266-4357

Kids Help Phone (24/7): 1-800-668-6868 or http://kidshelpphone.ca

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (24/7): 1-855-242-3310 or chat at http://hopeforwellness.ca

Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence (call/text): 1-866-403-8000 or chat at https://aasas.ca

Alberta Addiction and Mental Health Helpline (24/7): 1-866-332-2322

Family Violence Information Line (24/7): 310-1818

Mental Health Helpline (24/7): 1-877-303-2642

211 - general resource and referral line

[ID: Notice of temporary closure for Calgary Outlink’s You Matter Support & Resource Line. The notice reads that the line will be closed early on Tuesday, May 19th at 7pm. There is a cartoon graphic in the bottom left corner and green and white abstract shapes in front of a blue background. /end ID]

Outlink will be closed on Monday, May 18th for the stat holiday. The staff team will not be available to answer phone ca...
05/16/2026

Outlink will be closed on Monday, May 18th for the stat holiday. The staff team will not be available to answer phone calls or emails, but we will be back on Tuesday, May 19th during regular business hours. The You Matter Support & Resource Line will still be available in the evening (5:00 - 8:00 PM).

[ID: Office closure notice from Calgary Outlink. It reads, “Out of office - Monday, May 18th,” with Outlink’s logo beside the text. The background is yellow, with various colored shapes surrounding the text. In the bottom right corner is a cartoon graphic of a person with long hair. They are using a laptop. /end ID]

Looking for a little extra support and community connection? Applications to be a mentee in our 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Mentorship...
05/07/2026

Looking for a little extra support and community connection? Applications to be a mentee in our 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Mentorship Program are now open!

This program is for anyone 13+ (no age limit) who identifies as 2SLGBTQ+ or is questioning and is looking for one-on-one connection and support with a volunteer mentor. The program round will run from August to December.

To apply, please visit calgaryoutlink.ca/mentorship to fill out the form. The application deadline is Monday, June 1st. If you need assistance in filling out the form, please feel free to reach out to our office number at (403) 234-8973.

More information about the program can be found on the mentorship page on our website.

[ID: Announcement for Calgary Outlink’s mentorship program. The text reads, “Mentee applications are open! Apply to join Calgary Outlink’s 2SLGBTQ+ Mentorship Program if you’re in need of extra community support and connection from a peer mentor! Apply now at calgaryoutlink.ca/mentorship.” There is a graphic of two cartoon people dancing, with their feet and arms raised. /end ID]

Applications to join Calgary Outlink's peer support programming volunteer team are due tomorrow! For more information an...
04/11/2026

Applications to join Calgary Outlink's peer support programming volunteer team are due tomorrow! For more information and to apply, visit the volunteer page on our website at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer !

[ID: 1. Ad for volunteer recruitment at Calgary Outlink. A white box contains text that reads, “Reminder: volunteer applications are due tomorrow! https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer” At the bottom is a graphic of a person typing on a computer. They are wearing an orange hijab, and a pink shirt.

2. Role description for support line volunteers. There is a text box to the left with a list of requirements for the role: “Provide peer support for others in the 2SLGBTQ+ community using our non-crisis line, receive training to connect and hold space for folks with various issues, 6 month commitment (July - December 2026), 4 to 5 hours per month, applicants must be age 18+.” There is a smaller text box below: “Apply now at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer!” On the right is a graphic of a person talking on the phone.

3. Role description for drop-in peer support. There is a text box to the left with a list of requirements for the role: “Provide 1-on-1 peer support on a drop-in basis to community members who are looking for support in person and on the phone. Office administration as needed. 6 month commitment (July-December 2026) Applicants must be age 18+.” There is a smaller text box below: “Apply now at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer !” On the right is a graphic of a person holding a folder.

4. Role description for group facilitators, contained in a text box to the left: “Help run our community groups for 2SLGBTQ+ community members, learn how to facilitate a group and build your facilitation skills, 6 month commitment (July - December 2026), applicants must be age 18+. There is a smaller text box below: “Apply now at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer!” On the right is a graphic of a person sitting on a stool and holding a mug of coffee.

5. Role description for peer mentors, contained in a text box to the left: “Provide some extra community care, support, and guidance to those who are looking for it, make a positive impact on someone’s life, 5 month commitment (August - December 2026), applicants must be age 25+. There is a smaller text box below: “Apply now at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer!” On the right is a graphic of a person walking while holding a cup of coffee and a book /end ID]

Outlink will be closed all of next week, from April 6th to 9th (we are always closed on Fridays), to give the staff team...
04/02/2026

Outlink will be closed all of next week, from April 6th to 9th (we are always closed on Fridays), to give the staff team a chance to rest after our office move and before we enter a busy spring/summer period.

Our inboxes and social media messages will not be monitored. Our team will not be available for support calls. We will be back on Monday, April 13th.

Our group programming and You Matter: 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Support and Resource Line will be operating as usual.

If you’re in need of support while we’re closed, please reach out to the following resources:

The You Matter Support & Resource Line will be running during our break with the same hours! Call or text (587) 800-4121, or visit our website for online chat. The line is open Monday to Thursday, 5:00 - 8:00 PM; Saturday, 1:00 - 5:00 PM.

Trans Lifeline: 1-877- 330-6366 (this number is for trans and nonbinary folks specifically, but if you wish to contact the Family and Friends Line call the main number and ask for the Family and Friends Line).

Interligne (24/7): 1-888-505-1010 (help and information for gender and sexually diverse people in Canada - offered in French and English).

Distress Centre (24/7): 403-266-4357.

Kids Help Phone (24/7): 1-800-668-6868 or http://kidshelpphone.ca.

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (24/7): 1-855-242-3310 or chat at http://hopeforwellness.ca.

Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence (call/text): 1-866-403-8000 or chat at https://aasas.ca.

Alberta Addiction and Mental Health Helpline (24/7): 1-866-332-2322.

Family Violence Information Line (24/7): 310-1818.

Mental Health Helpline (24/7): 1-877-303-2642.

211 - general resource and referral line.

[ID: Office closure notice from Calgary Outlink. It reads, “Out of office - April 6th - 9th,” with Outlink’s logo beside the text. The background is orange, with various colored shapes surrounding the text. In the bottom right corner is a cartoon graphic of a person sitting in an armchair with their eyes closed. /end ID]

The deadline for volunteer applications at Calgary Outlink is fast approaching! The last chance to apply will be on Sund...
04/02/2026

The deadline for volunteer applications at Calgary Outlink is fast approaching! The last chance to apply will be on Sunday, April 12th. If you are looking for ways to make a difference in the community, this is your chance to get involved. For more information and to apply, visit the volunteer page on our website at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer !

[ID: Ad for volunteer recruitment at Calgary Outlink. A white box with an orange border contains text that reads, “Reminder: volunteer applications are due soon! https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer” In the lower left corner is a graphic of a person typing on a computer. They have short dark hair, and brown skin. They are wearing an orange collared shirt, white pants, and orange shoes. /end ID]

Join us for Grabba Java this Thursday at 6:00 PM on Zoom! This is a casual space for 2SLGBTQ+ folks and allies to come h...
03/30/2026

Join us for Grabba Java this Thursday at 6:00 PM on Zoom! This is a casual space for 2SLGBTQ+ folks and allies to come hang out and engage in some friendly conversation! Advance registration is now required for all our Zoom meetings. To find the registration link, visit our Groups page here: https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/community-groups/.

[ID: Event poster for Grabba Java at Calgary Outlink: “Grabba Java (online). Looking for a friendly check-in with your community? Grab a drink and join us as we share in each other’s company! This is a safe space for anyone who is a part of 2SLGBTQ+ communities. First Thursdays of the month. Register for the Zoom link at calgaryoutlink.ca/groups.” There is a cartoon graphic of a person holding a takeaway cup of coffee. They have a yellow hat over their short brown hair, and they are wearing a brown coat over their outfit. There is a background of angular shapes in solid rainbow colors, and Outlink’s logo is in the bottom right corner. /end ID]

The deadline for volunteer applications at Calgary Outlink has been extended! The last chance to apply will be on Monday...
03/26/2026

The deadline for volunteer applications at Calgary Outlink has been extended! The last chance to apply will be on Monday, April 6th, at 10 AM. If you are looking for ways to make a difference in the community, this is your chance to get involved. To learn more, and to find the application form, visit https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer/.

[ID: Ad for volunteer recruitment at Calgary Outlink. A white box contains text that reads, “Deadline Extended: Volunteer applications are now due April 6th! https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer/.” At the bottom is a graphic of a person typing on a computer. They are wearing an orange hijab, and a pink shirt. /end ID]

We are currently accepting applications for new mentors for our mentorship program! We started this program in hopes of ...
03/23/2026

We are currently accepting applications for new mentors for our mentorship program! We started this program in hopes of bringing communities together, while offering support to those looking for one-on-one connection. We encourage learning from each other’s rich and diverse experiences, and sometimes the best knowledge comes from lived experiences - becoming a mentor would be a great opportunity to share that!

While we are seeking mentors of all diverse identities and backgrounds, we are looking for more applicants of the following (based on prior and current need): trans and non-binary folks who are open to sharing insight into identity, transitioning, and coming out; gay, bi, pan, or q***r men who have experience with navigating identity and community; folks who have navigated immigrating to Canada; folks who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color.

For more information and to apply, visit the volunteer page on our website at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer ! The application form can also be found there. Please note that all volunteers, regardless of role, will need to attend 30 hours of mandatory training sessions April 28th - May 30th. The deadline for applications is Monday, March 30, at 10 AM.

[ID: Ad for volunteer recruitment at Calgary Outlink. The role is for peer mentors. There is a text box to the left with a list of requirements for the role: “Provide some extra community care, support, and guidance to those who are looking for it, make a positive impact on someone’s life, 6 month commitment (August - December 2026), applicants must be age 25+. There is a smaller text box below: “Apply now at https://www.calgaryoutlink.ca/volunteer!” On the right is a graphic of a person walking while holding a cup of coffee and a book. /end ID]

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#400/750 11 Street SW
Calgary, AB
T2P3N7

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+14032348973

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