Pass the Vibes was founded in 2019 by a group of friends in Ottawa who identified the need for inclusive and accessible knowledge-sharing spaces for Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (QTBIPOC), especially for skills such as DJing that are often taught in very male and white-dominated environments.

Our vision is to create experimental, non-judgmental and Queer/Trans-safer spaces of belonging for Black youth to witness themselves and each other in creative expression.
Pass the Vibes is led and ran by Black Queer youth who are artists and organizers in Ottawa. We also support Black/Black queer youth looking to develop their creative and leadership skills through mentorship, community building and facilitation opportunities.
Pass the Vibes is a safer and playful space of belonging for experimentation and healing for Black and Black/Queer youth in Ottawa.
We invest in the creative exploration of Black and Black/Queer youth by offering resources, hangout spaces, connection and knowledge sharing opportunities that encourage creativity, confidence, and growth.