About | Queer in Canton

What We Offer

Safe Space

An affirming space for the LGBTQ+ Community to be their authentic selves. Play games, watch movies, read books, listen to music, and more while making connections.

Community Events

Bringing LGBTQ+ folks together with events at QIC and in the community such as game nights, craft nights, potlucks, social gatherings, sports games, and peer support groups.

Community Closet

Free gently used and new clothes, accessories, shoes, and hygiene products. Grab clothes to affirm your gender expression, try out a new style, or whatever fits your needs.

Resource Distribution

We offer free safer sex supplies, harm reduction supplies, information about local and national resources, and educational workshops.

The Mayne Room

Youth programs for individuals 12 to 17 years old in The Mayne Room at the QIC Community Center. Provided support includes support groups, parent meetings, speakers, activities, and more.

Learn more about the Mayne Room >

Drop-In Hours

Tuesday - 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm (18+ only)
Wednesday - 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm (18+ only)

Saturday | 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm (all ages)

All other days | Closed; events only

Special Hours

Tuesday | 5:30 - 9:00 pm | Game Night (18+ only)
Thursday | 4:30 to 7:00 pm | Youth Room (ages 12-17)

Upcoming Events

Policy regarding minors

Anyone under 18 should always be accompanied by an adult.

Please check for any events marked as 18 and older only; no one under 18 is permitted to attend those events.

Location

2663 Cleveland Ave NW,

Canton, OH 44709

We're located in the same building as Planned Parenthood. There is a Queer in Canton sign hanging out front.

You can enter using the front or back door. Ring the doorbell at either door to be buzzed in.

**Please don't send mail to this address**

Parking

There is a parking lot located on site. Please park on the north side of the building, next to the red garage, during Planned Parenthood's open hours.

Our Story

Who We Are

At Queer in Canton, we work to build community and help LGBTQAI+ people find belonging. We are proud to provide a safe space and resources for local queer and trans folks at the Queer in Canton Community Center.

We are completely volunteer-run and led. In just our first year open, we've been able to:

➡️ Host over 97 events
➡️ Open over 532 hours
➡️ Serve over 600 people

Our Story

On August 25, 2023, Queer in Canton celebrated the official opening of its community center in partnership with Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio.

Queer in Canton Founder and Executive Director Abby Henry and Co-Director of Youth Programs Wendy Woodson, as well as PPOGH President and CEO Erica Wilson-Domer.

Services at the center will include monthly peer support groups and social gatherings; a community closet for people who are transitioning and others to get free, affirming clothes; and youth programs.

Canton Repository Story

WKSU Radio Story