The Around the Rainbow program has literally been a lifesaver for my trans youth and family
“The Around the Rainbow program has literally been a lifesaver for my trans youth and family. Repeatedly in the monthly meetings, I see the immense value of this type of support group delivered by dedicated professionals. Always a welcoming and respectful environment and expert feedback in a non-judgemental and supportive manner at all times. Keep up the […]
Around the Rainbow’s parent and caregiver peer support group was a comfort to me and my family
“Around the Rainbow’s parent and caregiver peer support group was a comfort to me and my family and helped with a lot of questions we had as well as concerns we felt after our child came out to us. It’s nice to talk about your kids with other parents and sharing our mutual struggles have taught […]
2SLGBTQI+ Counselling
2SLGBTQI+ Around the Rainbow
OUR APPROACH Around the Rainbow provides education, counselling and support services to 2SLGBTQI+ families and individuals. Our objective is always to improve 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion in all environments. We are a member of the Rainbow Service Providers Network (RSPN) of Ottawa. Family Services Ottawa offers the following programs 2SLGBTQI+ Rainbow Families’ art and play group for […]
2SLGBTQI+ Public Education Workshop
Wonderful, fantastic presentation. Relevant and eye opening on both a personal and professional level
“Wonderful, fantastic presentation. Relevant and eye opening on both a personal and professional level. Excellent! Loved resources shared and speaker was well-spoken, knowledgeable and very relatable and down-to-earth.”
Rainbow families is really important to us as same-sex parents
“Rainbow families is really important to us as same-sex parents. We appreciate being able to meet other 2SLGBTQI+ families, and that our child can meet other children with same-sex parents. It is one space that we know our child will not have to explain to any child-or adult that she has two dads.”
My daughter enjoyed so much meeting other amazing kids going through a similar journey that I am seeing her blossom and come into her own.
“My daughter enjoyed so much meeting other amazing kids going through a similar journey that I am seeing her blossom and come into her own.”
My family and I are very grateful for the services provided by the Around the Rainbow program. We feel less alone.
“My family and I are very grateful for the services provided by the Around the Rainbow program. We feel less alone.”
Around the Rainbow – Art and Play Drop In Group
OUR APPROACH This is a free, monthly drop-in art & playgroup for 2SLGBTQI+ families with young children and families with young gender creative children. Participants will visit with other parents while your little ones play and make art together in a wonderful childcare space. Date: The first Saturday of every month (except holiday long weekends) […]
