AIDS ACTION NOW Committee meetings are held quarterly at 519 Church. Provincial committee, 517 College. 416-977-5903.

COALITION AGAINST SAME-sex Partner abuse Provides education, outreach and advocacy on violence in gay and lesbian relationships. Meets monthly. 416-595-0307 ext 272.

CLGRO Organization dedicated to eliminating homophobia and dealing with issues of homosexuality in the schools, relationship recognition, health care and social welfare. Meets first Wed of month 8-10 pm at 519 Church. 416-405-8253.

dosti Support group for South Asian gay and bisexual men gathers last Tues of month 6 pm. 20 Carlton. 416-599-2727.

egale Canada Equality for Gays and Lesbians Everywhere Works to advance equality and justice for gays, lesbians, bisexual and transgendered persons and their families across Canada. 1-888-204-7777.

519 church community centre Meeting place for the queer community, houses Cawthra Square Cafe. 519 Church. 416-392-6874.

foundation for equal families Acts as intervenor in precedent-setting cases for recognition of queer relationships. 522 Church. 416-975-0024.

gay and lesbian bashing hotline and victim assistance Support and info to assault victims, assistance with police and court appearances. 24 hrs. 416-392-6878 ext 337.

HIV/AIDS legal clinic Government-funded legal aid. 65 Wellesley E, Suite 400. 416-340-7790.

LEGIT Grassroots immigration info and support for lesbians and gays, with chapters across Canada, plus lobbying on immigration laws, and publishes a guide booklet. Meets third Thur of month at 7 pm at 519 Church. 416-392-6874.

legal clinic U of T law students give legal advice (free to those who meet financial guidelines) to gays, lesbians and bisexuals on criminal, landlord, highway, social assistance and academic appeal matters. Downtown Legal Services, 720 Spadina, suite 418. 416-978-6447.

lesbian and gay community appeal Fundraising body has given out over $70,000. To volunteer, call 416-920-5422.

pride committee Organizes annual Pride week. 65 Wellesley E #501. 416-927-7433.

inside out film and video festival The yearly spring queer film fest welcomes volunteers. 401 Richmond W. 416-977-6847.

National lesbian and gay journalists Regular meetings and salons featuring speakers are also held at various locations, call 416-925-9872 ext 2029, www.nlgja.org

oasis vocal jazz ensemble Amateur 12-member jazz group perform several times per year. They rehearse once a week between Sep and Jun, and people interested in singing with them can arrange an audition by e-mailing auditions@oasisvocaljazz.com.

queer press A volunteer-run small press with an objective to promote and explore the literary expressions of our queer communities. Currently they have published several books. Writers should call for submission guidelines. 416-469-5224.

toronto public library gay and lesbian collection Over 500 fiction and 500 non-fiction titles are housed at Yorkville Library, 22 Yorkville, 416-393-7660. You can suggest titles you would like purchased through the library's computer system. (Other libraries with strong queer lit collections are Parliament, Pape-Danforth, Bloor-Gladstone and Northern Discrict.)

across boundaries A centre for people of colour experiencing mental health problems. 51 Clarkson. 416-787-3007.

adult children of addictive and dysfunctional families A lesbian and gay 12-Step program meets 6:30 pm Fri at 519 Church. ACA main number 416-593-5147.

aids committee of toronto Info, referrals and counselling for people with HIV/AIDS. Mon-Thur 10 am-9 pm, Fri to 5 pm. 399 Church, 4th fl. 416-340-2437.

aids hotline Referrals and counselling, various languages, Mon-Fri 9 am-11:30 pm, Sat-Sun 11 am-4 pm. 416-392-AIDS.

Alliance for south asian aids prevention Counselling, referrals and volunteer opportunities for South Asian people who are HIV+. Weekdays 9 am-5 pm, Tue and Thur to 7 pm. 20 Carlton, Suite 126. 416-599-2727.

bisexual network Bisexual men and women meet for support, discussion and social events. 416 925-9872 ext 2015.

BLACK COALITION FOR AIDs PREVENTION Goals are to reduce spread of HIV and enhance life for those affected. Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm. 110 Spadina Ave, Suite 207. 416-977-9955.

CANADIAN AIDS SOCIETY Coalition of 30 groups focusing on care, education and research. Ottawa. 613-230-3580.

casey house Palliative care for 12 residents with AIDS, two-week respite stays. 9 Huntley. 416-962-7600.

catie/community aids treatment info exchange Community-based non-profit organization offering info and referrals on opportunistic infection, conventional and complementary therapies. 555 Richmond W #505. 1-800-263-1638.

centre for addiction and mental health Gay, lesbian and bisexual service has programs with goals of abstinence, use reduction or moderation, including assessment and referral, three-week residential program, weekly groups and partners groups, covered by OHIP, at various locations. 416-535-8501 ext 6784.

circle of friends A gay and lesbian Al Anon group for friends and lovers of alcoholics meet Fri at 8:30 pm at 519 Church. 416-392-6874.

david kelly lesbian and gay and hiv/aids counselling program Inspanidual, group and family counselling with lesbian and gay therapists, sliding-scale fees. 355 Church. 416-595-9618.

eventide AA Gay and lesbian Alcoholics Anonymous groups meets Sun 7:30 pm at St. Luke's Church, Carlton and Sherbourne. 416-924-9619.

female-to-male transgendered and transexuals Open to all orientations, meeting first and third Fri of month 7:30 pm at 519 Church. 416-392-6878 ext 325.

fife house Supportive housing and services for people with HIV/AIDS. Operates three houses and an apartment building. Office hours are Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm. 416-205-9888.

frontrunners gay and lesbian AA Alcoholics Anonymous group meets Sat 7:30 pm at St Luke's Church, Carlton and Sherbourne. 416-924-9619.

Gays and lesbians parenting together Sharing experiences and options in parenting, fourth Wed of month at 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2058.

gay fathers of toronto Social functions and support for gay dads and partners, every second Thur 7:30 pm. YMCA, 42 Charles E, fourth fl. Support hotline operates Mon-Thur from 7-10 pm. 416-410-0438, 416-925-9872 ext. 2124.

Gay partner abuse project Support for men in violent relationships. 9 am-9 pm daily. 416-876-1803, 416-925-9872, ext. 2288. www.gaypartnerabuseproject.org

glamS Discussion group for gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people with MS meets Sep-May at 519 Church. 416-978-2391.

hassle free clinic Anonymous HIV testing, STD care, women's health, needle exchange. 556 Church, 2nd fl. Women clinic (416-922-0566); men's clinic (416-922-0603). www.hasslefreeclinic.org

Hiv/aids services at mid-toronto community services Meals on Wheels, housing and transportation support, lunch program. 192 Carlton. 416-962-9449.

mcewan house Supportive housing for men and women with HIV in a shared setting with 24-hours staff. 416-929-6228.

negative partners Support group for gay men whose lovers are HIV+ based on the Body Positive program. Hassle Free Men's Clinic, 556 Church, 416-922-0603.

Narcotics anonymous true colours Support group 12-step program for recovering gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and transsexual addicts. Fri 6:30 pm at 519 Church. 416-236-8956.

pflag toronto Educational and support meetings at various locations for parents and friends of lesbians and gays. 416-406-6378.

Rainbow group AA Alcoholics Anonymous group meets Fri 8:30 pm, at 519 Church. AA Hotline 416-487-5591.

Sex and love addicts anonymous A 12-Step program to deal with addictive sexual and emotional patterns. 416-486-8201.

Sexual compulsives anonymous Recovery with the goal of staying sexually sober. Thur and Sun 7 pm at Women's College Hospital, 76 Grenville #745. E-mail -scatoronto@hotmail.com

soglad Southern Ontario Gay and Lesbian Doctors publish a public referral directory for patients seeking gay or gay-positive physicians. 416-466-5285. E-mail SOGLAD@web.net.

survivors of incest anonymous Self-help group for survivors of childhood sexual abuse meets Wed 6 pm at 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2960.

Tgal Queer support and peer counselling phone line operated by volunteers. 416-964-6600.

toronto pwa foundation Info and support services to help PWAs live independently. Mon-Thur 10 am-6 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm. 399 Church, 2nd fl. 416-506-1400.

transexual transition support group Meets second and fourth Fri of month 7 pm. 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2121.

12 tradition AA A gay and lesbian Alcoholics Anonymous group meet Wed 8 pm at St Peter's Church, Carlton and Sherbourne. 416-924-1891.

Two-spirited peoples of the first nations Support for lesbian and gay aboriginal people and people with HIV/AIDS. 14 College. 416-944-9300.

u of t sexual education and peer counselling centre Gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered-positive counselling and referrals. Drop-in at 91 St George. 416-978-8732.

Women's counselling referral and education centre Referrals for women and trans people to self-help groups and screened private therapists. 489 College, suite 303B. 416-534-7501.

arc en ciel groupe francophone French-speaking gays and lesbians meet the last Thur of month, 6 pm, at the Red Spot, 459 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2245.

avanti Social and support group for Italian gays, lesbians and bisexuals runs discussions the first Tue of month at 8 pm at 519 Church, plus social events. 416-925-9872, ext. 2331.

bisexual women of toronto Social and discussion meeting first Thur of month 8 pm at 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2198.

centre for spanish speaking people Gay-positive Spanish classes and Latin dance lessons. 1004 Bathurst. 416-533-8545.

cOLOURS Gay, lesbian and transgendered people who are new to Canada are welcomed and assisted in finding employment, housing, aids prevention and safe sex. The third Sat of every month newcomers are invited to a Latin and Caribbean party at the Red Spot at 8 pm, 459 Church, $5. 416-975-4995.

downtown swim club Recreational and competitive swimmers train at Jimmy Simpson Rec Centre, 870 Queen E, and at Matty Eckler Rec Centre, 953 Gerrard E. Call for schedule. 416-925-9872, ext. 2123. www.dsc.to

the fraternity Gay men's social and professional club for social and business networking. Meetings every second Mon and business net-working luncheon meetings every third Wed. 416-488-0139. www.thefraternity.ca

frontrunners toronto All genders, orientations and ability levels are welcome for 5-15-km runs Sat 9 am from Cawthra Square behind 519 Church, with a faster run happening Thur 6:15 pm. The Runner's Shop offers gay-positive workshops for beginners who want to get up to speed for 5 km. 416-925-9872, ext. 2042.

galley Gays and Lesbians of East York hold monthly meeting, social events, monthly calendar. 416-925-9872 ext 2145.

Long Yang club Social club promoting Asian/non-Asian friendship holds potlucks, dim sum dining and more. Yearly membership $20, couples $30, stu $15. 416-481-9506.

NOT SO AMAZON SOFTBALL LEAGUE Lesbian-positive women of all athletic levels play softball weekly and have social sporting events. 416-925-9872, ext. 2260. www.notsoamazon.com

out and out club Outdoor sports club for gays and lesbians province-wide features hiking, cycling, skiing, canoe trips, scuba, riding and more. Car pools for out-of-town events. Five yearly newsletters give contact phone for each activity, or advertise your own. Yearly membership $30, couple $50. New members night Jul 17 and Sep 17, 7:30 pm at 519 Church. Pick up brochures at the 519 or check www.outandout.on.ca. 416-925-9872 ext 2800.

pink turf soccer league Lesbian-positive women of all athletic levels play soccer weekly, Applications and registration at 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2096.

primetimers Chapter of worldwide organization for gay/bi men over 40. Meeting third Sat of month, 2 pm, at 519 Church, plus bridge, computer and book clubs. 416-925-9872 ext 2970.

rainbow hoops women's basketball league Register in Sep for Oct-April season. $125 registration fee. 416-536-6206.

rainbow tai chi Yang-style tai chi practice for queer-positive people. No experience necessary. Sun 10 am-noon at 519 Church. Pwyc, $7 sugg. 416-516-0135.

spearhead leather-denim social club All-male club runs social and charity events, including Roundup on labour day weekend. www.gaycanada.com/spearhead-toronto

swingin' out lindy hop Swing classes and performances Thurs 7:30 pm at 519 Church. 416-925-9872, ext 2068.

toronto gay hockey assoc A league for gay and bisexual men over 18 plays every Sun 6-9 pm from Octr to Apr. $350 registration fee. 416-925-9872 ext 2110. www.gayhockey.com

Toronto spartan volleyball league Gay, lesbian and homo-friendly volleyball league with over 180 members plays Thur night at various locations. Registration in Aug and Sep. Box 77, 552 Church, Toronto M4Y 2E3, 416-925-9872 ext 2152.

The Women's Hockey Club can be heaven for homos. Photo by Debra Friedman

Toronto triggerfish Gay and lesbian water polo club practises twice weekly starting in Sep at U of T Athletic Centre. 416-925-9872 ext 2010. www.bsc.to/triggerfish

women for recreation, information and business A social, recreational and business network for lesbian women holds lunches, sports, arts and entertainment events, workshops and dances. Annual membership $35, couple $50. Mailing address 128 Danforth, Box 229, Toronto M4K 1N1. 416-925-9872, Suite 2083. www.gaycanada.com/wrib

women's HOCKEY CLUB OF TORONTO An adult recreational non-body-checking ice hockey league open to gay and/or gay positive women. Season runs from Sept -April at Moss Park Arena. Register in June. E-mail- mailbox@whct.ca, www.whct.ca

women's sm discussion group Meets for discussion first Wed of month at 8 pm at 519 Church, plus social events and brunches. 416-925-9872 ext 2007.

Central toronto youth services Counselling and support groups for people 18 and under. 65 Wellesley E #300. 416-924-2100.

COLAGE: children of lesbians and gays everywhere A social support group for students with lesbian, gay and bisexual parents meet second and fourth Tues of every month at 6:30 pm. www.colage.org

glaba Glendon Gay Lesbian and Bisexual Alliance meets Tues at 12:30 pm during the academic term. Women's Centre, D124 Hilliard. 416-736-2100 ext 88197.

hiv/aids prevention Peer-facilitated group providing information and education on HIV and safer sex for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered teens. Call for schedule. 1200 Markham #200. 416-438-3697 ext 526.

Lesbian gay bisexual student support group For high school students, meets weekly during the school year on Wed at 4:30 at Toronto District School Board, 155 College. 416-397-3749.

lesbian gay bi youth line Peer support phone line by and for queer youth province-wide. Volunteer opportunities for those under 27. Phone line operates Sun-Fri 4-9:30 pm. 416-962-9688, 1-800-268-9688.

lesbian gay bi youth Support group for youth under 26. Peer discussions Tue 7:45 pm; Alternatives, an informal social gathering Sat 1-4 pm at 519 Church. 416-925-9872 ext 2880.

lgbt humber Queer students at Humber College north campus meet regularly during the academic year. www.hsfweb.com

opening doors Queer high school students in North York meet Thur 4:30-6:30 pm. North York Board of Education, 5050 Yonge. 416-925-9872 ext 2003.

out prouD AND SAFE Scarborough drop-in for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered teens. Mon 4-6 pm. 1200 Markham #200. 416-438-3697 ext 241.

positive youth outreach For people under 29 with HIV/AIDS, peer support, drop-in with free meal, referrals for housing, treatment and counselling. 790 Bay #1110. 416-340-8484 ext 281. www.positiveyouth.com.

queer peers Queer youth 13-20 meet during the school year, Wed 4:30-6 pm (call to confirm) at Deslisle Youth Services, 40 Orchard View. 416-482-0081.

Ryepride Queer students at Ryerson. 416-979-5000 ext 7527.

SUPPORTING OUR YOUTH A community development project designed to improve the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and transgendered youth. Various programs and meetings available. 65 Wellesley E. 416-924-2100 ext 264. www.soytoronto.org

tblg alliance at york Support, referral, social and educational programs, providing a safe space for the queer community. Call for summer hours. 416-736-2100 ext 20494.

al fatiha Supportive community for gay, lesbian and bisexual Muslims with peer support, social events, referrals, advocacy and volunteer opportunities. Monthly peer support meetings fourth Thur of month 7 pm (except Jul-Aug). 416-925-9872 ext 2209.

aware Christian Reformed lesbians and gays meet in members' homes. 416-698-7676.

brethreN AND MENNONITE COUNCIL Queer Mennonites of faith or cultural upbringing meet every second month, put out a newsletter and runs a group for parents of lesbian and gay Mennonites. 416-465-7567.

christos mcc Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Christian group committed to loving and healing meets Sun 7 pm. Trinity-St Paul's Church, 427 Bloor W. 416-925-7924.

dharma friends Gay and lesbian Buddhist meditation group meets every Wed at 7:30 pm for sitting/walking meditation. 416-935-1759.

dignity toronto Promotes reconciliation for gay/lesbian Roman Catholics. Meets monthly. 416-763-2300.

first unitarian congregation Sun services at affirming congregation at 10 and 11:30 am (Jun-Aug 10:30 am only). Interweave active gay/lesbian group meets fourth Sun of month at 6 pm. 175 St Clair W. 416-924-9654.

Gay and lesbian friends at st james cathedral Meet regularly in St James Parish House. 65 Church. 416-364-7865.

Reverend Brent Hawkes leads the Metropolitan Community Church. Photo by David Barker Maltby

Metropolitan Community church Large gay-lesbian Christian congregation, Sunday worship at 9 and 11 am, plus many other programs. 115 Simpson. 416-406-6228.

metropolitan united Affirming congregation runs Sun services at 11 am, has dances and a Pride float. 416-363-0331 ext 24.

propitiation Gay and lesbian Anglican fellowship using traditional wording of The Book Of Common Prayer holds services in members' homes. 416-925-9872, ext. 2149.

q-age Queer spiritual network for women and men holds retreats and monthly workshops. 416-925-9872 ext 2990.

ruah An inclusive community of Judeo-Christian faith emphasizing spiritual growth, liberation and eco theology, holds communion, meditation or celebration of the Word every Sun 10:30 am at Ralph Thornton Centre, 765 Queen E. 416-469-4011.

saga Fellowship for gay and lesbian Presbyterians, both lay and clergy, fourth Fri of month at 7:30 pm, potluck at 6 pm. St Andrew's Centre, 75 Simcoe. 416-269-7828.