Community Groups in Toronto

Founded in 1983, ACT is a leader in the fight to end HIV/AIDS in Toronto through sexual health education, prevention, outreach, and support services including youth programs and support groups.

Toronto organization engaging racialized communities, particularly South Asian, in HIV prevention, sexual health education, and support services with programs for trans communities and queer Asian men.

Toronto's bisexual social community, providing social events, meetups, and connection opportunities for bi+ individuals and friends in the Greater Toronto Area.

Trust providing post-secondary scholarships to LGBTQ+ students studying at accredited institutions in Ontario who demonstrate financial need.

Registered nonprofit providing interactive creative training programs to promote gender equity, consent, and LGBTQ+ inclusion in workplaces, communities, schools, and public spaces.

Foundation that creates a strong, vibrant, and diverse community by supporting individuals and groups that enhance the development of LGBTTIQQ2S communities in the Greater Toronto Area.

The world's first LGBTQ+ orchestra, founded in 1984 in Toronto. A full symphony orchestra performing Baroque through contemporary repertoire, rehearsing weekly at The 519.

Dignity Network Canada promotes human rights for LGBTQ+ people globally through advocacy, capacity building, and intersectional community-based research. Based in Toronto.

Provides a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ Catholics and allies to bear witness to the integrity and holiness of their lives and relationships through community worship and support.

Canada's leading LGBTQ+ human rights organization, advancing equality through research, education, awareness, and legal advocacy since 1986. Headquartered in Toronto.

Provides secure affordable housing and support services for people living with HIV/AIDS in Toronto, working to achieve social change through research and advocacy addressing systemic oppression.

Charity dedicated to the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29, providing free counselling, drop-in services, social programs, and transitional housing in Toronto.

Peer support group for gay fathers in Toronto. A twice-monthly volunteer-run group providing a place of inclusion, understanding, and a safe space for gay fathers and people in parenting roles.

LGBTQ+ social group providing a safe, anti-oppressive space for lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer people and allies to hang out, make friends, and build community in Toronto.

Toronto-based nonprofit promoting LGBTQ+ cinema through its flagship film festival held annually in May, one of the largest LGBTQ+ film festivals in the world.

Community-based volunteer-run social and support group for Spanish-speaking LGBTQ persons of Latin American origin or heritage in Toronto, founded in 1991.

Professional network for lesbian women in Toronto, offering networking events, social gatherings, and career-focused meetups for LGBTQ+ women professionals.

Youth-led organization providing confidential peer support to LGBTQ+ youth aged 29 and under across Ontario via phone, text, and live chat since 1994.

Two-Spirit LGBTQ Indigenous group for youth aged 16-25 in the Greater Toronto Area, providing community, cultural connection, and support.

Queer-positive, sexually diverse writing group meeting every 2nd and 4th Thursday at The 519. Writers of all levels and forms engage in writing exercises and peer feedback.

Pink Triangle Press is a Toronto-based not-for-profit publisher and media organization serving 2SLGBTQ+ communities through publications, health resources, and advocacy.

National nonprofit empowering Canadian employers to build workplaces that celebrate all employees regardless of gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Based in Toronto.

Organization that produces Toronto's annual Pride festival and parade, one of the largest Pride celebrations in the world, promoting 2SLGBTQ+ visibility, advocacy, and community celebration.

Queer-facilitated online book club reading novels by queer authors, hosted by QueerEvents.ca. Meets every other month via Zoom in a safe, supportive, and inclusive space.

Provincial network of gender and sexually diverse individuals and allies committed to questioning, challenging, and reforming laws, institutional practices, and social norms in Ontario.

Rainbow Faith and Freedom works to understand and end religious-based homophobia and transphobia, including in senior care settings. Based in Toronto.

Toronto-based charitable organization helping LGBTQ+ individuals escape state-sponsored persecution and violence worldwide. Has helped hundreds of people relocate to safety since 2006.

Volunteer-run national organization creating safe space for people who identify as both Muslim and queer/trans. Toronto chapter holds monthly meetings at The 519 with peer support and advocacy.

Toronto's largest 2SLGBTQQIA+ community choir, established in 1992. A mixed-voice, non-auditioned choir performing pop, show tunes, and more, building community through music.

Arts organization creating and delivering programming across the Greater Toronto Area for young women and non-binary youth through theatre productions and creative arts.

Toronto-based organization helping the Asian LGBTQ+ and HIV community for over 25 years with HIV support, testing, women and trans services, and queer Asian men's support programs.

One of Toronto's largest networks for parents, families, and allies of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, offering support groups, workshops, consultation, and advocacy for over 50 years.

Toronto-based organization promoting queer cinema and storytelling through film screenings, events, and community programming.

Queer market started by designer Ashley Champion to create more spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ artists and vendors to sell their wares. Held monthly in Toronto.

Official Mission of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence in Toronto (The Jubilant Order of York), a leading-edge order of queer nuns dedicated to community service, activism, and joy.

Toronto's TTBB (tenor, lead, baritone, bass) choir for the 2SLGBTQ+ community, meeting weekly to rehearse pop and show tunes repertoire.

Toronto's LGBTQ+ square dancing club since 1987. Teaches modern western square dancing with a unique gay styling, meeting weekly at The 519 and other venues. Open to all.

Organization providing counselling, education, events, and support for Two-Spirit people living in the Greater Toronto Area, rooted in Indigenous philosophies of wholistic health and wellness.

Black Trans, Non-Binary and Two-Spirit collective in Toronto focused on creating access and capacity for Black 2STNB community members.

Book club for queer women (cis and trans) and non-binary folks, meeting in-person in Toronto to discuss well-written novels reflecting diverse communities.