About us
Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Atheists!
The mission of the Rocky Mountain Atheists (RMA) is to be a safe and supportive secular community dedicated to serving society; to support those who have been marginalized or traumatized as a result of faith-based beliefs; and to provide and promote evidence-based learning opportunities.
RMA is so much more than a Meetup group! We typically host about 10 events per month, most of them free. Our activities include social gatherings, peer support, community service, and educational activities. If you would like to learn more about our organization, please visit us at https://rockymountainatheists.ca/
If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (it's only $24.99/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thank you for your support!
A note about respectful behaviour:
We are an inclusive community of atheists, humanists, skeptics and secular freethinkers who welcome people of all backgrounds and identities.
We won't all agree all the time, but disagreement is no excuse for disrespectful behaviour. Disagreements should be resolved in a constructive manner and without personal attacks. Challenge ideas, not people. Do not insult or put down other participants. Harassment and other exclusionary behaviour aren’t acceptable.
Upcoming events
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Thriving Without Religion: A Public Gathering
Congress Coffee Company, 215 36 Ave NE, 1A, Calgary, AB, CAWhether you’re just starting to question your faith or have been living as a secular humanist for years, the transition away from religious dogma can feel like both a relief and a challenge.
The Rocky Mountain Atheists are proud to present Thriving Without Religion, an in-person gathering designed to help you navigate life after faith and build a meaningful, joyful existence rooted in reason and community.
About the Event
"Thriving Without Religion is a public, open event that focuses on the positive aspects of secular life, moving beyond what we don't believe and focusing on what we do value: human connection, scientific curiosity, and ethical living.
What to Expect:- Purpose & Meaning: Explore how to create your own "why" in a universe without a predetermined script.
- Secular Ethics: Discuss how we build strong moral foundations based on empathy, compassion, and shared humanity rather than divine command.
- Community Building: Meet like-minded individuals in a safe, non-judgmental space. Religion often provides a ready-made social circle; we’ll talk about how to build a better one ourselves.
- Practical Tools: Short presentations or peer-led discussions on handling family dynamics, finding secular rituals, and embracing the "awe" of the natural world.
Who is this for?
This event is open to everyone—atheists, agnostics, skeptics, and the "spiritually curious." Whether you are looking for support during a "deconstruction" phase or simply want to celebrate a life of free thought with new friends, you are welcome here.
Note: We believe in challenging ideas, not people. This is an inclusive environment where respectful dialogue and diverse secular perspectives are celebrated.Privacy & Participation Notice
Thriving Without Religion is intentionally different from our Life Without Religion meetings. This event is held in a public coffee shop and is not a confidential or anonymous gathering.While we ask all participants to be respectful, attendees should assume that others may observe their presence and that there is no expectation of privacy or anonymity. If confidentiality is important to you at this stage of your journey, Life Without Religion may be a better fit.
If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (it's only $24.99/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thank you for your support!
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RMA Book Club - ONLINE
·OnlineOnlineInterested in joining Book Club? We meet once a month on the second Thursday of the month. Everyone will have a chance to share their impression of the book. Even if you haven't had time to read the book, you are still welcome to join the meeting and enjoy the discussion.
The upcoming books are:
Jan 8, 2026: The Psychopath Inside: A Neuroscientist's Personal Journey into the Dark Side of the Brain, by James H. Fallon
February 12, 2026: The Certainty Illusion: What You Don't Know and Why It Matters by Timothy Caulfield.
March 12, 2026: Separation of church and hate by John Fugelsang.
April 9, 2026: 1984 by George Orwell.
May 14, 2026: On Freedom by Timothy Snyder.
June 11, 2026: Proto: How one ancient language went global by Laura Spinney.
July 9, 2026: Mind the Science: Saving your Mental Health From the Wellness Industry by Jonathan Stea.
August 13, 2026: The Death of Expertise: The Campaign against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters by Tom Nichols.
If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (it's only $24.99/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thank you for your support!
2 attendees- CA$5.00
Potluck Picnic in the Park - $5
Bowness Park, turn at 48 Ave and 88 St NW, Calgary, AB, CADoug has kindly organized a potluck picnic at Bowness Park on Friday, August 14, between 3:15 pm and 9:15 pm.
He has booked Site #7 (it's reserved under his name - Douglas Martin). There is a fire pit, table, and several benches near the trees. This is a family-friendly event, so bring your kids, your dogs, and your guitars. Bring your own food and cutlery.Feel free to come any time between 3:15 pm and 9:15 pm.
We're charging a $5 fee in order to help recoup the cost of the site rental. Please know that we cannot get a refund for the site, even if the weather is poor. So rain or shine! We will be there. You can submit your $5 here (donate) or bring cash (exact change only) to give to Joel, or you can send an e-transfer to Joel: joelfalk@shaw.ca.
You can find a map of all the sites here: https://www.calgary.ca/content/dam/www/corporate-communications/locations/bowness-map.pdf
Keep an eye on this meetup page for any updates. We'll provide some methods to pay in advance and let you know here.
If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (it's only $24.99/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thank you for your support!
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Past events
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