Rainbow Resource Centre

Rainbow Resource Centre We are a non-profit organization that serves the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Manitoba and North Western Ontario.

We are located on Treaty One Territory at 514 St Mary Ave, Winnipeg, MB.

Here's what's happening this week at Rainbow Resource Centre, on-site at 514 St. Mary Ave. Please note, we are closed fo...
09/06/2026

Here's what's happening this week at Rainbow Resource Centre, on-site at 514 St. Mary Ave. Please note, we are closed for Labour Day.

✨PFFOTI: Parents, Families, and Friends of Trans Individuals (families)
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
7:00pm – 9:00pm
We are a social support, advocacy and peer education group. We are here to listen, talk, learn, and support each other as we work to understand our family members experience in their gender identity journey, and strengthen our families and communities. We meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm - 9:00pm, year-round at Rainbow Resource Centre.

⚧️Transmasculine Group (ages 18+)
Thursday, September 10, 2026
6:30pm – 8:30pm
The Transmasculine Group is a space exclusive for transmasculine people to connect socially and share experiences.
Bus tickets and snacks provided. Ages 18 and up. Just drop in!

🥣Breakfast Club (families)
Saturday, September 12
10:00am - 11:30am
A space for 2SLGBTQ+ parents and their kiddos! We will have coffee and a cereal bar, along with some activity stations run by Rainbow's staff for the youth. Come by and socialize with other q***r families - this is a space for you as 2SLGBTQ+ parents/guardians to build connections. Occurs every 2nd Saturday of the month from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM.

For Youth Program (ages 10-21) updates, follow our youth page on Instagram.

For Over the Rainbow (ages 55±) updates, sign up for our OTR Newsletter at the link in our bio.

Check our social media/website for cancellations.

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

September’s Transmasculine Group will be held outdoors, at Bonnycastle Park (weather permitting). We will be meeting nea...
09/04/2026

September’s Transmasculine Group will be held outdoors, at Bonnycastle Park (weather permitting). We will be meeting near the intersection of Assiniboine Ave and Fort St., on the wide grassy area. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket, if you wish. There are several nearby bus routes, with Union Station just one block away. Hope to see you there!

Join us Thursday, September 10.

We are in an era of global backlash against 2SLGBTQIA+ rights — and Canada is not an exception. Now is the time for Cana...
09/03/2026

We are in an era of global backlash against 2SLGBTQIA+ rights — and Canada is not an exception. Now is the time for Canada to lead: to speak up and stand up for 2SLGBTQIA+ equality at home and abroad.

Since 2022, the Federal 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan has strengthened community organizations and invested in hundreds of projects across the country. But it's set to expire soon.

And in this political moment, we know our issues are being pushed aside and deprioritized — unless we do something about it. We can’t afford to have 2SLGBTQIA+ issues forgotten — especially not when the stakes are so high.

That’s why today, over 100+ allied organizations are joining together to call on the Government of Canada to renew and expand the Action Plan. ✊🏳️‍🌈

Read the full joint statement at https://www.q***rmomentum.ca/JointStatement

Help us create an incredible experience for Manitoba 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies at our biennial GSA Youth Conference! Hap...
09/03/2026

Help us create an incredible experience for Manitoba 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies at our biennial GSA Youth Conference! Happening Wednesday, October 7 at the CCFM. Morning and afternoon shifts are available. We need folks for a variety of tasks including set up and take down, as well as general support throughout the day. More information is available on our website: https://rainbowresourcecentre.org/volunteer/opportunities/volunteer-at-gsa

Volunteering JUST GOT EASIER! Now you can get submit your name and select the opportunities you want to volunteer! Wheth...
09/02/2026

Volunteering JUST GOT EASIER!

Now you can get submit your name and select the opportunities you want to volunteer! Whether it's Youth Program, Older Adult Program, or you want to facilitate a brand new group here at the centre! Even our big annual events like, Pride, Q***r Space, Saturday Night Pride or our coveted Gala. Maybe you want to do it all!

Head to our website, complete the form and when that perfect opportunity arises, we'll contact you! https://rainbowresourcecentre.org/volunteer

09/01/2026

ATTN MANITOBA EDUCATORS! Help create a more inclusive school community!

Manitoba schools can receive up to $500 to start or enhance a GSA and support 2SLGBTQ+ students and allies.

Apply by Sept. 30, 2026 at www.dykesonbikes.ca/GSA.
Questions? Email [email protected].

We're hiring for the role of Information and Intake Coordinator (Casual).The Information and Intake Coordinator is the f...
09/01/2026

We're hiring for the role of Information and Intake Coordinator (Casual).

The Information and Intake Coordinator is the first point of contact for all clients and the general public at the Centre. All client services are provided through the lens of harm reduction and trauma-informed care. The Information and Intake Coordinator works collaboratively with staff to provide administrative support and day-to-day office administration. This casual position provides coverage for planned and unplanned absences, vacation relief, leaves, evening shifts, and other operational requirements.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 4:00 PM

Learn more:https://rainbowresourcecentre.org/files/Casual-Information-and-Intake-Coordinator-2026.pdf

Q***r networks (Qnet) to improve support for Two Spirt, q***r, transgender and gender diverse people (2SQTGD)You are bei...
08/28/2026

Q***r networks (Qnet) to improve support for Two Spirt, q***r, transgender and gender diverse people (2SQTGD)

You are being invited to participate in a research study. The Rainbow Resource Centre (Rainbow) is partnering with a researcher, Dr. Fenton Litwiller, from the University of Manitoba to offer a one-day Q***r networks (Qnet) research workshop on October 7th, 2026, 9 am to 2pm at The Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain (CCFM) (340 Provencher Boulevard). Please note that this research workshop is separate from the GSA conference that will be hosted by Rainbow and has an independent registration process.

Lunch will be served. Dairy free, gluten free, vegan options are available and can be requested upon registration. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uPVBL6SrCd1FskhnMSeYj0xUNlA5N1MyWlNBME02MURVS1A4V1FCQjg3Qi4u&route=shorturl

This workshop is part of Dr. Fenton Litwiller’s research project of at the University of Manitoba (Ethics HE2025-0443).

The Qnet research project will bring together youth leaders, adult allies, and individuals from organizations in Winnipeg and nearby communities to network, share existing resources as well as examine the challenges and barriers of offering resources and supports for Two Spirit, q***r, transgender and gender diverse (2SQTGD) people. We will also make recommendations to address gaps and amplify existing benefits. Using participatory action research (PAR) activities, we aim to foster discussion and capture ideas that address the following research question:

How might we improve support for Two Spirit, q***r, transgender and gender diverse (2SQTGD) youth in Winnipeg and nearby communities?

This includes social supports (organizational, family, school, recreation), mental health supports, medical interventions and legal measures (changing documents).

How you can contribute: Bring your experiences, tell your stories, and share your ideas!

Compensation: Starting at 50km from Winnipeg, gas will be reimbursed; hotel for 200+ kms away. Food is provided.

It is important to note that participants in the workshop may not experience any benefits. However, there may be several potential benefits for participating in the workshop including: (1) engaging in meaningful discussions that help identify and strengthen supports available to 2SQTGD people; (2) professionally, participants contribute to research aimed at developing a network of resources, which may be valuable to your practice/position, (3) networking and relationship building with other professionals whose programs/services could assist the individuals you work with, (4) all participants will receive a short summary of the results and (5) the results will be communicated to government officials.

To participate in the workshop, registration is required by Friday, September 11th, 2026. You can register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uPVBL6SrCd1FskhnMSeYj0xUNlA5N1MyWlNBME02MURVS1A4V1FCQjg3Qi4u&route=shorturl

If you prefer, you can instead participate in a one-to-one interview with the researcher to respond to the report that comes out after the workshop. To ask questions book an interview, email: [email protected]. Or, contact Fenton Litwiller (they/them) at the University of Manitoba: 204.474.8412 [email protected]

Join the Bi+ Social Group for their monthly discussion group!Every 4th Thursday of the month6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Rainbow...
08/27/2026

Join the Bi+ Social Group for their monthly discussion group!

Every 4th Thursday of the month
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Rainbow Resource Centre
514 St. Mary Ave (which is an accessible space)
Winnipeg, MB

The Bi+ Social Group’s Discussion Group is for those who experience multi-gender attraction to share diverse perspectives, discover common experiences, and find support within a safer, welcoming space.

“Bi+” and “multi-gender attraction” identities could include bisexual, pansexual, omnisexual, polysexual, multisexual, biromantic, panromantic, fluid, questioning, and any other identity under the bi+ umbrella, including those who prefer not to use labels.

Participants must be 18+. No registration or active participation required.

***The Bi+ Social Group is a scent-free zone.***

If a participant arrives wearing any degree of perfume, cologne, or other strongly-scented products, they will be asked to leave. They may return once the scent has been fully eliminated.

Parking:

- Parking in the lot off the back door of Rainbow Resource Centre available after 5:00 p.m.
- Street parking available after 5:30 p.m.

Light snacks and beverages provided.

If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected]. 🩷💜💙

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514 St Mary Avenue
Winnipeg, MB
R3C0N6

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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