About us
Welcome to First Brush Strokes and Social Painting. This group is for anyone who has ever wanted to pick up a paintbrush but felt intimidated by the blank canvas. Whether you have never held a brush in your life or you are just looking for a low-pressure environment to revisit a hobby you once enjoyed, this is a place where we prioritize the process over the final result. There are no experts here, just a group of people interested in learning the basics and exploring our creativity together.
We meet regularly to share supplies, swap simple techniques, and work on our projects in a relaxed, supportive setting. You do not need to bring anything fancy to get started, and you certainly do not need any formal training. The goal is to provide a social space where we can learn from one another, experiment with different colors and styles, and enjoy the company of other beginners. We hope you will join us for an upcoming session to see what you can create.
Upcoming events
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Montreal Inclusive Pride Gay Speed Dating
CFM2+5J Montréal, Montreal, QC, CA💕 Online Gay Speed Dating – Real Montreal Locals, Live on Zoom
⚠️ RSVP alone doesn't secure your spot. You must register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited.
Pick your age group and register:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
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A straightforward, fun way for gay singles to meet locals without stepping out. Join from home, get paired with Montreal gay singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy.
🎯 Perfect for:
- Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations
- Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
- Anyone curious about gay speed dating in a relaxed setting
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- Montreal gay locals after personality-matched dates
Event Details
- Format: Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video rounds
- Location: Your place – couch, desk, wherever works
- Host: Professional host keeping things smooth and relaxed
- Vibe: Great energy, real people, authentic conversation in a welcoming space
- Matches: Mutual matches shared after the event
- Duration: Roughly 1–1.5 hours
How It Works
- Choose your age group – Register through your link above.
- Do the matching quiz – Helps us find your best matches for the night.
- Log in – Join the Zoom session from home. The host runs everything.
- Speed date – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Montreal locals.
- Results – We'll share your mutual matches afterwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I'm shy?
The virtual format and hosted rounds make it comfortable for everyone.Do I need anything besides Zoom?
Nope. Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi is all you need.What happens after?
Mutual matches are shared after the event.Is my info private?
Yes. Contact details are only shared on mutual match.---
✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Montreal locals tonight. ✨ ✨22 attendees
Quebec City Gay Men Speed Dating Locals
Marie-de-l'Incarnation / Wilfrid-Hamel, Quebec City, QC, CA🌈 Gay Speed Dating on Zoom – Personality Matched for Quebec City Locals
⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough. Register via your age group link below and complete the quiz. Limited capacity.
Pick your age group and register:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
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Ditch the apps. Meet Quebec City gay singles face-to-face on Zoom tonight. You'll cycle through short one-on-one video chats with Quebec City gay locals matched to you by age and personality. A host keeps the evening flowing smoothly.
🎯 Perfect for:
- Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
- People re-entering the dating scene after a break
- First-timers new to speed dating
How It Works
- Sign up – Click the link for your age range above.
- Take the personality quiz – We use it to match you with compatible Quebec City singles.
- Get on Zoom – Join the call and your host will guide you through.
- Meet your matches – Rotate through quick chats with compatible Quebec City singles.
- Get matches – Mutual matches revealed after the event.
Event Details
- Format: Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video rounds
- Location: Online from home – no going out required
- Host: Professional host keeping things smooth and relaxed
- Vibe: Laid-back one-on-one chats with Quebec City gay locals
- Tech: Zoom, webcam, and decent Wi-Fi
- Duration: About 60–90 minutes
- Matching: Based on personality quiz results
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✨ Gay speed dating from home — easy, fun, and personality matched. 💘 ✨22 attendees
Laval Pride Verified Gay Speed Dating
4000 Av Francis-Hughes, Laval, QC, CA💗 Online Gay Speed Dating – Real Laval Locals, Live on Zoom
⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough. Register via your age group link below and complete the quiz. Limited capacity.
Select your age group below:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
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Meet Laval gay singles from home. We sort the matching, you just turn up. Join from home, get paired with Laval gay singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy.
🎯 Perfect for:
- People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation
- Gay singles in Laval who want to meet people from home
- Laval gay locals after personality-matched dates
⭐ "So much better than apps. Actual conversations with real people." – Laval attendee
How It Works
- Register – Pick your age group above and sign up.
- Do the matching quiz – Helps us find your best matches for the night.
- Join on Zoom – Click the link, hop on, and the host takes it from there.
- Chat – Short timed rounds with Laval singles matched to you.
- Results – We'll share your mutual matches afterwards.
Event Details
- Format: Virtual on Zoom – hosted and structured
- Location: Your place – couch, desk, wherever works
- Host: Live host managing rounds and introductions
- Vibe: Friendly, inclusive, and relaxed – genuine chats with Laval locals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my info private?
Yes. Contact details are only shared on mutual match.What's the personality quiz for?
It helps us pair you with compatible people.What if I'm shy?
The virtual format and hosted rounds make it comfortable for everyone.What happens after?
Mutual matches are shared after the event.---
✨ Gay speed dating from home — easy, fun, and personality matched. ✨ ✨22 attendees
Gatineau From Home Gay Speed Dating
147 Rue Paquette, Gatineau, QC, CA🌈 Gatineau Gay Speed Dating – Personality Matched & Hosted on Zoom
⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration. To attend, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Places are limited.
Select your age group below:
- Ages 18-32 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 30-46 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 40-58 → REGISTER HERE
- Ages 55+ → REGISTER HERE
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We pair you by personality and age so every conversation feels natural. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a Gatineau gay local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable.
🎯 Perfect for:
- Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings
- Gay singles in Gatineau who want to meet people from home
- Anyone curious about gay speed dating in a relaxed setting
- Gatineau gay locals after personality-matched dates
- Anyone who likes connecting online before meeting face-to-face
⭐ "The personality matching genuinely works. My matches were spot on." – Gatineau local
How It Works
- Choose your age group – Register through your link above.
- Take the personality quiz – We use it to match you with compatible Gatineau singles.
- Join on Zoom – Click the link, hop on, and the host takes it from there.
- Speed date – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Gatineau locals.
- See your matches – Find out who you clicked with after the event.
Event Details
- Format: Live on Zoom – guided rounds from home
- Location: Online from home – no going out required
- Host: Professional host keeping things smooth and relaxed
- Vibe: Casual, easy-going conversations with Gatineau gay singles
- Rounds: Several short one-on-one rounds
- Tech: Zoom, webcam, and decent Wi-Fi
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience?
No. The host guides you through everything.What if I'm shy?
The virtual format and hosted rounds make it comfortable for everyone.---
✨ Register, take the quiz, and connect with Gatineau locals tonight. 💕 ✨22 attendees