
THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
How to Support an LGBTQ+ Family Member who has tested positive for HIV/AIDS
If you are part of the LGBTQ+ community, the truth is that you are likely to be called on to support someone with this disease. When that moment comes, you may feel helpless.
Vancouver's Community Based Research Centre gives out free medicine bundle to the 2SQT community
The Community Based Research Centre (CBRC), is giving out a free medicine bundle to the Two-Spirit, queer, and trans Indigenous community (2SQT).
Applications Now Open for Vancouver Fringe Festival
Applications for Vancouver Fringe Festival will include a Lottery with 50% of lottery slots in each category being pulled from those who self-identify as Indigenous, Black or any other racialized community.
Vancouver Queer Film Festival Open For Submissions
The Vancouver Queer Film Festival is seeking content in all genres, specifically stories that center on 2SLGBTQIA+ protagonists, overturn stereotypes, push boundaries, strive for change, arouse and tantalize, and above all, highlight the tremendous diversity of queer, trans, and Two-Spirit people, artists, and communities from throughout BC, across Canada, and around the world.
Capilano University partners with QMUNITY
Using a train the trainer approach, this unique and innovative learning model sets out to strengthen relationships and enhance inclusivity.
Canadian government offers $1.1 million in funding to two BC-based Indigenous women's and 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations
Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country announced a $1.1 million funding for Women’s Studies Online and the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia.
Rainbow Candle Making for the Holidays
Then when your loved ones are missing you, they can burn your candle to feel you and your well wishes for them in a way that is much more tangible than a video call.
CBRC marks World Aids Day by giving out 15 thousand HIV Self-test kits
We will be providing 15 000 HIV Self-Test kits to queer and trans folks in Canada, through three programs designed to remove common barriers to testing including Test Now, Test at Home, and the Medicine Bundle.
QMUNITY calls for the protection of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members following Colorado shooting
The names of the 5 Club Q Colorado Springs victims are, Daniel Davis Ashton, Raymond Green, Kelly Loving, Ashley Paugh, and Derrick Rump.
Transgender Awareness Week - Uplift Trans Voices
As the world marks Transgender Awareness Week from the 13th to the 19th of November, 2022 It Gets Better Canada shares ways which individuals can help to increase Trans awareness and visibility.
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.