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The Positive Lounge is a dedicated space for delegates living with and affected by HIV from across the globe. This is where people can recharge, refresh, relax and reconnect in a nurturing environment.
The Positive Lounge is designed to facilitate and support dialogue and discussion for people living with HIV. The aim is to reflect the needs and desires of a diverse group of delegates, providing a balance between quiet relaxation and daily activities informed by people living with HIV.
Programme of activities and services in the Positive Lounge
Date | Time | Activity / service |
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Friday, 29 July | 10:45 – 11:15 | Indigenous opening prayer |
11:15 – 18:30 | Active listening | |
11:30 – 14:00 & 14:30 – 17:00 | Massage therapy | |
Saturday, 30 July | 08:30 – 18:30 | Active listening |
11:30 – 14:00 & 14:30 – 17:00 | Massage therapy | |
11:45 – 12:45 | “Yoga+” | |
14:15 – 15:30 | Café franco positif | |
Sunday, 31 July | 08:30 – 18:30 | Active listening |
11:30 – 14:00 & 14:30 – 17:00 | Massage therapy | |
11:45 – 12:45 | “Yoga+” | |
Monday, 1 August | 08:30 – 18:30 | Active listening |
11:30 – 14:00 & 14:30 – 17:00 | Massage therapy | |
11:45 – 12:45 | “Yoga+” | |
12:00 – 13:45 | Women Being Well Café des femmes + | |
14:00 – 15:15 | Intergenerational discussion “Positively Intergenerational” | |
Tuesday, August 2 | 08:30 – 15:30 | Active listening |
11:30 – 14:00 | Massage therapy |
The Positive Lounge is staffed by volunteers who all have some background and experience in HIV peer support. We strive to ensure that your conference experience and time in Montreal is safe, productive and exciting.
The lounge is located on site at the Palais de Congrés de Montréal on Level 7 in Room 720.
Positive Lounge opening hours:
Friday, 29 July 10:30 – 18:30
Saturday, 30 July – Monday 1 August 08:30 – 18:30
Tuesday, 2 August 08:30 – 15:30