Programming and Services
Out on the Shelf offers inclusive, community-centered programming and services for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals across Guelph and Wellington County. Our spaces are designed to support connection, well-being, and access in ways that are affirming, low-barrier, and responsive to community needs. Explore our Programming and Services below.
Please check our Instagram or BlueSky for any changes or cancellations.
Many of our programs are run based on volunteer availability.
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*Please note Out on the Shelf is closed December 23 – January 3 annually and no programs will run during this time.
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Marley Legacy Project Fund
The Marley Legacy Project provides transgender and gender-diverse folks with microgrants of up to $250 to assist them with transitioning so that their experience might be easier than Marley’s was. This fund is administered by Out on the Shelf. Click below to learm more and apply.
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Gender Affirming Gear Exchange
Founded in July 2025 and inspired by community members, the Gender Affirming Gear Exchange at Out on the Shelf provides free, accessible gender-affirming gear to trans and gender-diverse community members in Guelph and Wellington County. Click below to learn more, see what’s in stock or apply for an item to be purchased.
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Our Peer Programs
Our peer-led trans programs provide spaces for community members to explore their identities, learn from each other, share stories, and build connections in an affirming environment. These programs are part of the Transcendence Project. Click below to learn more.
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Families and Youth Programming
Click below to see our available family and youth programming.
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Trans and Gender Diverse Programming
Click below to see our available Trans and Gender Diverse Programming
Know Before You Go
Out on the Shelf prohibits discrimination and harassment and protects the right to be free of hate activity based on age, ancestry, citizenship, creed (religion), colour, dis/ability, ethnic origin, family status, gender identity, appearance, mode of dress, HIV status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), level of literacy, marital status, place of origin, membership in a union or staff association, political affiliation, race, receipt of public assistance, record of offenses except where it relates to a bona fide qualification because of the nature of the placement, sex, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristics by or within the organization.
For all of our programmes and events allies are welcome to attend in support of friends, but we ask that you remember this is a space centered on 2SLGBTQIA+ community experiences and needs.
Are you interested in facilitating a program?
Volunteer With Us!
We are currently recruiting volunteers for the following programs:
+ Women’s Social
+ Men’s Social
+ Book Club
+ Family Story Time
+ Queer Teen Social
+ Centre Wellington Gathering
+ Open to suggestions of new programs!
If you or someone you know is interested in facilitating a program, please visit our volunteer page and note this in your application or send an email to chair@outontheshelf.com and vicechair@outontheshelf. com