As it transits the sign of Cancer, the quantity of information and communication desired in Gemini is replaced instead by quality - that which we value.

While Venus in Cancer brought us heightened emotional perceptions, a desire for closeness, and perhaps even a little bit of homebodiness the Venus in Leo ingress will add new light to the fire.

Good news! A lot of the financial expectations, and accompanying stress, a relationship can bring are a result of heterosexual programming (from a young age) and not relevant in lesbian coupledom. You can do things differently!

Hamilton is best known for their writing but is a prolific visual artist as well. In recovery from Covid last fall, Hamilton began a new series of small oil paintings, with a target of one per day. Sophia Kelly spoke with them recently about their art and writing practice during the pandemic.

One of my favourite transits of the year, the Sun in Cancer brings an energy charge unlike any other sign of the Zodiac. The Keepers of Time, Cancer placements remember everything and chronicle all.

My name is Louise E. Lathey and I am a queer filmmaker in BC. In August 2020 I directed my first feature film, ‘Who Am I Now?’ which is set to be released July 20th, 2021.

Hanami (花見, "flower viewing") is a cherry blossom festival from Japan, that is celebrated by eating (and drinking) under the cherry trees in bloom. Chef Sawyer tells us, “It's like a kind of like a renewed promise that summer will actually come again that the rains have ended.”

Signifying not only the continued fall of Rome (what’s done is done), but a total upheaval of what it means to function in our ‘modern’ society, the Saturn-Uranus square will keep tensions high and demand change - on one level or another. Make note of this transit.

Have you ever wondered why everyone around you seems to almost collectively undergo similar - if not the exact same - feelings, motivations, or stressors as you around the same time? This is, of course, in due part to the Moon and her ingress across the night sky, but this can also be said of the other planets transiting the same zones of our lovely Vancouver skyline

May we honour the lessons that Pisces teach us by engaging in Love and only Love this beautiful season. May you remember that you are worthy of such Love yourself. May you find your peace.

With six (6) planets currently in the sign of Aquarius, there is a clear and tremendous push for change on all fronts and all people. But what is in store for those born in ‘97 who are experiencing their first Jupiter Return in adulthood?

My neighbour two doors down is walking on a carpet I used to own.

What is a queer person to do when they can't go anywhere in person to meet someone? It seems like a lot of people have turned to dating apps this pandemic to socialize virtually or perhaps meet someone to bubble with.

Perhaps like some of you, I had heard all of the old adages about how cold Aquarius energy is: how utterly repulsed by emotion they were, their adamant refusal to portray emotional ‘weakness’ of any kind - certainly in regards to love with all its potential of heartbreak.

This year, we focus on sustenance, nourishment and enrichment of the soul. Here are some of our favourite activities you can do right now to start 2021.

It is no secret (and certainly not news) to queer and feminist spaces that the gender binary is pervasive in every aspect of our lives, but it would seem that attempts to alter that within spiritual circles is something of a Pandora’s box: the depth of reverie and blind adherence to centering gender and gendered language within mystic spaces is astounding... and often far more insidious than one would think could exist within a sacred space.

This month are some great featured artists from queer disability arts activist for your enjoyment. Check them out soon!

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.

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