
THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
January 2021: What Does the First Month of the New Year Bring?
About halfway through the month, we will see these planets ingress Aquarius, which will then form a conjunction with Saturn and Jupiter. With this, we herald in the long and anxiously-awaited Age of Aquarius, wherein Earth is under new rulership, for the next 2000 years.
I+N Festival Courts Queer Short Film Festival
It’s been a dream of ours to create an event that honours the perfection that can be a short film . We hope audiences, old and new, will take a chance on exploring the many talented and original filmmakers whose work we will be bringing to Canadian audiences for the holidays. Discover and share these little gems. This is our Xmas present to you! Charlie Boudreau, Festival Director
Lovers or Enemies? A Look At 7th House Activations
The cusp of our 7th. The Great Other. These are the people sent on our path to hold up a mirror and bear witness as we see ourselves for what we truly are: the good, the bad, and the ugly.
DON’T STAY SAFE - an original short musical on film
Prospect Theater Company’s Fall 2020 VISION Series Wraps with: DON’T STAY SAFE an original short musical on film Premieres online Wednesday, Dec. 30th @ 7pm - Free Online Streaming via Prospect’s Website and YouTube Channel
Synastry Red Flags: Part II. Still not convinced?
There are a few aspects between the charts of two people that are trickier to navigate than others and can lend themselves to a relationship that may be more work than it is worth. If you find yourself in a position of experiencing more pain than peace with a person, be this romantic partner or friend, having even just base knowledge of ‘red flag’ aspects in synastry can be helpful to further weigh that out.
Last Minute Queer Craft Fair
If you’re like me, you’re missing the excitement of holiday craft fairs and markets. The sounds of happy people exploring the amazing world of craft, the smells of soaps and oils and cloth. We can’t bring all that to you in this virtual reality, but we can feature some local vendors and help you find that perfect last-minute gift.
Resources for Transitioning and Changing ID in BC
Have you ever not gone to the doctor because you didn’t have identification? Or the information on your ID made you feel uncomfortable? This is the reality for many transgender people. Here are some resources -
The Struggle of Marginalized Voices
It has been some 40 odd years since I’ve heard the words, “I have no choice.” For me, they epitomized the struggle—the moment by moment struggle of marginalized people making room for themselves in a world full of unwelcome. As a lesbian (who is also a woman of color), Opa Hysea-Wise has experienced discrimination and has struggled her whole life to find a sense of belonging
The Final Countdown with Vancouver Pride
This virtual event from the folks at Vancouver Pride will give you a new surprise to look forward to every single day of December. There will be workshops, games, contests, performances and more.
Synastry Red Flags: Why They Aren’t Your “Twin Flame”
With competent knowledge of synastry - which is essentially relationship astrology - we are able to identify potential positive and negative patterns that may come up when two people meet. Read Part One of Rylen Moore’s series on Synastry Red Flags.
You Can Support These Vancouver Queer Businesses This Black Friday
Black Friday is upon us and we all know it's that time to hunt for your favourite items and deals. Why not support queer businesses at the same time? Here are some ways you can support queer businesses at this time.
Why Your Ascendant Is That Much More Important Than Your Sun
So what else should we place more emphasis on, then, if not the Sun - the centre of the Universe - that which we all revolve around? What can beginner astrologers or enthusiasts look to for more?
When Saturn and Jupiter Meet - A King Falls
Back in January of this year, before any of us could even fathom what was to come, Saturn moved to conspire with Jupiter and Pluto (and the Sun and Mercury, though I digress) in the sign of Capricorn - the energy stamp of which is notoriously known for its hard work and, yes, hard times.
20th Annual Chutzpah! Festival
The Chutzpah! Festival returns with an exciting lineup of performances this November 21-28, 2020, all available online, with special opportunities to attend intimate shows live streamed from the stage of the Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre.
You should follow these 4 Vancouver's local drag queens and kings now
The talent of Rupaul’s Drag Race alumnas is immense and widely known on television. But do you know your local drag queens in Vancouver? Who are they and where can you see them? Scroll down to brush up your knowledge about drag queens/kings and learn more about Vancouver’s local talents.
How Covid-19 Has Changed Gay Men’s Sex Life
When the Novel Corona virus swept through the world like a violent storm changing the very fundamental core of our daily routines, fear and anxiety around safe sexual activities and making connections online spread through the gay community.
Vancouver Horror Show : And other spooky events
Vancouver Horror Show and other last-minute spooky events to enjoy during Hallowe’en Week. Ride the scream train, tour the spooky Beaumont Studios, watch the VHS’s screaming shorts, Dance at Vancouver Pride’s Boo Ball, and stream with ManUp Vancouver. Whatever you do - Get Out! and Booooo
SUM gallery Time-Lapse: Posthumous Conversations - a Geoff McMurchy Retrospective
Vancouver’s SUM gallery will be hosting select, special events surrounding their new, Autumn exhibit, Time-Lapse: Posthumous Conversations — A Geoff McMurchy Retrospective.
Out On Screen Fall Fundraiser
Come see queer favourite, The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 29th and support Out On Screen. For 45 years, The Rocky Horror Picture Show has been a cult classic, cultivating a following of outsiders and weirdos, making it one of the most successful films of the century.
Resurgence: Indigequeer Identities
The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the new exhibition Resurgence: Indigequeer Identities, curated by Jordana Luggi - which celebrates the deeply personal and profound work of four emerging 2Spirit artists - and their unique identities and stories as queer Indigenous people