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December’s Activities!

Looking for fun and meaningful activities this December?

At AGIR Montréal, we offer a wide variety of events during the week and on weekends, from support groups to community dinners, creative workshops, and social gatherings.

Whether you want to practice your French, connect with other LGBTQIA+ migrants and refugees, or simply enjoy a safe and welcoming space, there’s something here for you.

Choose an activity, register, and join us! Together we create community, celebrate diversity, and affirm each person for who they are.

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Workshop: STIs, Screening & Protection – Empowering Through Knowledge

Join us for an open, judgment-free workshop designed to help youth better understand sexual health and feel confident making informed choices. Together, we’ll explore key information about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including how they are transmitted, the most common and possible symptoms, and available treatments. We’ll also talk about practical protection methods, safer-sex strategies, and how regular testing can support healthier habits and overall well-being.

The workshop is grounded in respect, inclusivity, and empowerment, creating a space where everyone can ask questions, share concerns, and learn at their own pace.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge, take charge of your health, or simply become more informed, this session is here for you. Come learn, connect, and leave feeling more supported and confident in your sexual health journey.

Date
December 1st

Time
5:30 – 7:30 hr

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees



Condom Cabaret

For trans and non binarie people

Condom sizes? Condom materials? Internal… what?!
Yup, we all have questions about our fellow condoms.

Take a deep breath and join us in a fun, safe, and totally taboo-free space created for trans and non-binary people, where we can finally get real answers to all of these questions.

This workshop is held in partnership with ACCM to make sure everyone leaves not only informed, but fully equipped with the tools, confidence, and knowledge we need to feel ready for E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G!

Together, we’ll explore all the different condom options out there, the different sizes, materials, colors, shapes, finger condoms, internal condoms, and more, while also learning how to choose what fits our bodies, our practices, and our desires.

Date
December 2nd

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is intended for trans & non-binary migrant & refugee communities.



French Practice Group: Pratiquons Ensemble

As we’ve done over the past few months, our French Practice Group is still going strong!

Come practice and learn French in a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space.

New to the group? You’re always welcome!

Each session is designed so you can join at any time, no need to have attended previous ones. We provide helpful vocabulary and practice real-life scenarios to support you in navigating daily life and social encounters in Québec.

Whether you’re just beginning or looking to build more confidence, this group is a space to learn together, share stories, and connect with others who also know what it feels like to learn a new language.

Come join our French Practice Group… and let’s discover the Québécois in you!

Date
December 3rd

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees


Building Your New Life in Canada: Permanent Residence and Family Reunification for Refugees and Protected Persons

This workshop will be offered mainly in English, but there will be staff who will help translate to French, Spanish & Arabic.

This session will provide information about your protected person status, your rights, and access to services, as well as how to include your spouse, partner, and children in your permanent residence application. We will also explain the differences between family reunification and sponsorship.

Take part in a workshop that will guide you through the process of obtaining permanent status and family reunification after being accepted as a refugee.

Topics Covered:

  • Overview of the permanent residence process for accepted refugees;
  • Inclusion of dependents (spouse/partner and children) in the permanent residence application;
  • Other options for reuniting with other family members;
  • Key differences and characteristics between family reunification and sponsorship.

Come learn and connect in a safe space where you can ask questions and find support for your journey toward a new life in Canada.

Date
December 4th

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees between 18-35 years old


ACCM & AGIR’s – Art workshop

Closing the ACCM x AGIR Art Workshop Series – Final Session!

As 2025 comes to a close, so does this beautiful chapter of our Art Workshop Series with ACCM. Over the past months, we’ve shared creativity, stories, colours, and community, and now, it’s time to celebrate everything we’ve created together.

Join us for a special final session where we will come together to create one collective artwork, a gallery of our shared journey. With the guidance of our wonderful facilitator, Nagham, we’ll honour the textures, emotions, and connections that shaped this colourful experience, and close this series with full hearts.

This finale is not just a closing, it’s a moment to reflect, create, and look ahead with excitement. Let’s wrap up this creative journey and leave space for new artistic adventures that await us in 2026.

New to the workshops? You’re still welcome!

No previous attendance is needed, this session is open to anyone who wants to celebrate art, community, and togetherness.

All materials are provided, just bring your curiosity. Come as you are, and help us make this final session meaningful.

Date
December 6th

Time
12:00 – 14:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees


Candels nigthNoche de Velitas

Celebrating La Noche de Velitas together:
This year, we’re bringing this beautiful tradition to AGIR.

As we continue celebrating our community and its rich diversity, we invite you to gather with us for a special cultural tradition: La Noche de Velitas.

Rooted in Colombian culture, this celebration fills homes and streets with candlelight, symbolizing hope, togetherness, and new beginnings. Families and communities come together to light candles or lanterns, each flame representing a wish for the year ahead or gratitude for the blessings received.

Let’s take a moment to honour and accompany our Colombian community members, learn about this meaningful celebration, and share a ritual that brings warmth, reflection, & unity.

Together, we will light candles to celebrate our journeys, acknowledge the moments that shaped us in 2025, and welcome what’s to come with intention and community care. Join us in celebrating our diversity, culture, and the light we create together. We look forward to sharing this special evening with you.

Date
December 8th

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees



Support group

Join Us for Our Last Support Group of 2025!

Looking for a safe and welcoming space to connect, share, and be heard? This is your chance!
Join us for our final in-person support group of 2025, a moment to reflect, debrief, and celebrate everything we’ve experienced this year. Let’s take this time together to connect, leave 2025 behind, and carry forward the lessons and learnings that will help us grow in 2026. Whether you want to share your experiences, listen, or simply relax in a supportive environment, this group is here for you.

This activity is available in Spanish, French, Arabic, and English, ensuring everyone feels included and comfortable. We can’t wait to see you there!

Date
December 9th

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees


Popcorn & Pride-Movie night

Cozy Movie Night at AGIR!

What’s more comforting than popcorn, a warm drink, and a good movie?

At AGIR, we know winter can be challenging, so we’re offering a cozy Movie Night to bring our community together. Join us in a safe and welcoming space to enjoy a great film, share popcorn, and connect through thoughtful conversations.

Whether you’re a film lover, looking to connect, or simply seeking a calm and friendly evening, you’re invited!

After the screening, we’ll have a small discussion to reflect on the movie’s themes, share impressions, and exchange ideas in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.

The Movie:

”Frankenstein”

by Guillermo
del Toro 

Plot:

A brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a monstrous creature to life in a daring experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.

Come spend an evening of community, popcorn, and meaningful connections with us!

Date
December 11th

Time
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees from 18-29 years old


Winter Party

As 2025 comes to a close, AGIR invites you to a safe and welcoming evening to come together one last time before we step into the adventures of 2026.

Let’s come together, celebrate, & close the year on a high note with the people who make our community so special.

This year, we welcomed new membersexplored new sides of ourselves through art workshops, and strengthened the bonds within our community. Now, it’s time to celebrate all that we’ve shared and accomplished together.  Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, laughter, fun, and joy, a festive moment to honor our 2025 journey & open the door to the possibilities and excitement of 2026. To make the night even more special, Nagham, our wonderful facilitator, will be leading a warm & creative art activity for everyone to enjoy.

Plus… get ready, a special surprise show awaits you to make the night unforgettable!

Date
December 14th

Time
3:00 – 6:00 PM

Location
We’ll send the address after registration

This activity is for LGBTQIA+ immigrants & refugees