
THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award 2022 Application Open
This annual award is given to exceptional youth 16 to 30 who have shown commitment and leadership within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Vancouver City MP advocates for anti-stigma activities to help curb the monkeypox outbreak
Dr. Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament (MP) for Vancouver Centre suggests that anti-stigma activities could help in curbing the monkeypox outbreak.
Physiotherapy Tips for a Healthy Pelvic Floor in Gender Diverse Communities
Physiotherapist Catherine MacGillivray shares information about the pelvic floor and tips to help avoid stress and tension that can lead to unwanted pain during sex.
Vancouver's Newest Party is out and about!
We can rebuild the City of Vancouver — for all of us, not just the wealthy few. In doing so, we can make our shared home the most livable, equitable, and sustainable city in the world.
The Enchanté Network raises grave concerns over the rise of anti-2SLGBTQIA+ discourse
The Enchanté Network, a 2SLGBTQIA+ lobby group, has raised grave concerns over the rise of anti-2SLGBTQIA+ sentiments in the country.
Vancouver Short Film Festival Calls for Submissions
The Vancouver Short Film Festival (VSFF), is now open for the submission of short films with the festival set to take place from the 2nd to the 11th of June, 2023. Are you working on a film? Send it in! Let’s queer the festival -
Global Black Pride Event set for 27-31 July in Toronto
Global Back Pride brings together Black 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across all continents to celebrate their culture, diversity and provide a space for activists and community-based organizations across the globe to engage and reflect.
Vancouver International Airport partners with Vancouver Pride Society
The Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has partnered with the Vancouver Pride Society, in anticipation of the Vancouver Pride Festival set for the weekend of 30 July - 01 Aug 2022.
Celebrate Pride - Your Way
Often, Pride is presented as a riotous, colorful party, but for many in the queer community, that feels overwhelming or unattainable. Don't worry! There are so many ways to celebrate Pride. Here are a few suggestions.
As Calgary gears up for Pride month, Dr. Prud’homme-Cranford explores the intersection between Indigenous identity and gender sexuality
Dr. Rain Prud’homme-Cranford, from the University of Calgary is embarking on a research that explores the intersection between Indigenous identity and gender sexuality.
USA Historic Executive Order Advancing LGBTQI+ Equality During Pride Month
Earlier this week, President Biden led the celebration of Pride Month in the White House by signing an executive order to address the rising number of anti-LGBTQ bills introduced in state legislatures across the country.
B.C. Gaymers, Gather Around: Showcasing Local Queer Gaming Content
For the gaymers who may be interested, both Ikenfell and Celeste boast notable LGBTQ+ representation. Extremely Ok Games Ltd. and Happy Ray Games are examples of queer creators making queer content right here in B.C.
Vancouver's CBRC sheds more light on monkeypox and LGBTQI2S+ persons
The Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) has decided to debunk some of the assertions pertaining to monkeypox and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.
Canada lifts ban on LGBTQ+ blood donation
Canada joins the latest wave of countries such as Greece and Brazil which have lifted blood donation restrictions on gay and bi men. This has been a celebrated move given that many countries across the world are undergoing severe blood shortages in the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Understanding the Two-Spirit identity
The concept of Two Spirit is present throughout many indigenous cultures, often referring to teachings and ways that existed prior to colonization.
Celebrating Queer Single Moms
Being a parent is not easy, it changes every aspect of your life and it takes a lot of sacrifices to be able to come to this decision. The choice is even harder for queer women who wish to enjoy the joy of motherhood and want to do it by themselves.
Kenya's queer community calls for justice after murder of Sheila Lumumba
Earlier last week, Kenyans online woke up to the devasting news of the murder of a 25-year-old non-binary lesbian Sheila Lumumba. ** Warning. Some readers may find this article disturbing.
Most Of Us Will Never be Loved Unconditionally in Society
People have shown us repeatedly in time that being in a racialized or LGBTQ+ community is threatening. Some of us are still hopeful for the day when we feel accepted, heard, and appreciated, but will that day ever come?
Canadian Government budgets $100 million 2SLGBTQAI+ Action Plan
Federal 2SLGBTQAI+ Action Plan, which is set to support a fairer and more equitable Canada.
2SLGBTQ+ lobby group head speaks on the trauma of conversion therapy
Although conversion therapy has now been outlawed in Canada, many are still victims causing them to go through a lot of trauma in the process.