
THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
Is Canada safe for my queer friends to visit?
Do you have friends or family thinking of coming to Canada this holiday season? Christina Kinori has gathered evidence to show that Canada is a safe place for LGBTQI2S+ travellers.
The unique relationship of LGBTQI2S+ individuals and their pets
Let’s celebrate the bond between LGBTQI2S+ humans and their animal family members.
Do You Know Your Vancouver Drag Queens in Canada Drag Race Season 2?
Season two of Canada’s Drag Race showcases all new contestants coming from different provinces of Canada. Meet BC’s contestants!
Where can I go see some in-person drag shows?
WOQBC staff writer Sophia Kelly recently spoke with Drag King Justin Abit, Mr. Gay Vancouver about venues that are once again hosting live drag shows in the BC Lower Mainland.
Welcome to Libra Season - Libra Suns and Ascendants
Venus isn’t the only planet in detriment this week; beginning Wednesday, September 22nd, we see the Sun move into the sign of his fall, Libra, heralding in an era affectionately known for its engaging mix of love and war.
LGBTQI2S Books This Fall for Younger Readers
Reading a good book can transport us away from long rainy days or stresses from school and friends. Here are some recently released LGBTQ2I books for school-aged and young adult readers.
The (probably) queer artist who designed the most popular tarot deck used today.
Somewhere on each and every card of the deck is the signature of the artist who drew each and every card, combined in a kind of bind rune made up of the three initial letters of her name, Pamela Colman Smith.
It's 2021: Here Are the Top 5 Safest Countries for LGBTQ+ Travellers
Are you dreaming of a perfect vacation once Covid-19 travel advisories are lifted? For the LGBTQ2SI+ community, unfortunately, the corona virus is not the only thing we need to worry about when it comes to leaving Canada. Here are some good resources and links to help you manifest your dream vacation.
Tokyo Olympics a historic step forward for the global LGBTQ2s+ community
It was only in 2014 , when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) introduced a specific anti-discrimination clause to its host city contract. The Tokyo Olympics proves that the IOC and the world is on the right track when it comes to acceptance and embracing diversity
Meet the Canadian LGBTQ2S+ Athletes at the Rainbow Olympics
As many plan to watch the Closing Ceremonies for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics tonight, let’s consider how amazing it is that for the first time in the history of the Olympics, there were over 170 LGBTQ2s+ athletes competing in what is being referred as the Rainbow Olympics .
Out on Screen - Community Partner Spotlight
What’s On Queer BC is very excited to partner with Out On Screen for their 2021 season.
Mercury in Cancer: quality replaces quantity
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.
Venus in Leo - New Light to the Fire
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.
The Money Issue - How lesbians can do it differently.
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!
Speaking with Eaton Hamilton
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.
Grand rising and happy Cancer Season!
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.
Who am I now?
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.
Chef Tasha Sawyer on Spring Food
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.”
Saturn Square Uranus: Restriction vs. Freedom. Round 1.
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.