
THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
Navigating Tipping Culture in Vancouver: Balancing Generosity, Financial Wellness, and 2SLGBTQ+ Community Support
Tipping in Vancouver, BC, has become a multifaceted topic, where cultural expectations, financial pressures, and regional norms collide.
The LOUD Business Association Embraces New Leadership and a New Chapter: Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Entrepreneurs with a Fresh Vision
The LOUD Business Association of BC announces an exciting update in its ongoing mission to support 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs and professionals across British Columbia. Building on its history of community engagement, LOUD is moving forward with a dynamic new board of directors and project manager.
Improving Your Cooking Skills as a Single Gay Man
Cooking is an essential life skill, and for single men, it can be more than just a way to prepare meals—it's an opportunity to express creativity, enjoy new experiences, and foster a sense of independence.
Canada’s Top Ten honours NFB co-production Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story
The annual list compiled by TIFF celebrates the best in Canadian cinema and includes Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story
FTM Top Surgery: A Guide for BC Residents Traveling to Seattle For Gender Affirming Surgery
Seattle-based plastic surgeon Dr. Javad Sajan regularly sees and treats patients from BC providing high-quality care without the worry of traveling across the country or waiting for years.
Recognizing the Signs: How to Identify and Overcome Narcissistic Abuse
Narcissistic abuse is a manipulative and harmful dynamic that can leave lasting impacts on mental health and self-esteem. By recognizing the signs and understanding the strategies narcissists use to maintain control, survivors can take the first steps toward recovery and reclaiming their sense of self.
Simple Steps to Make Your Business More Ethical, Inclusive, and Green in 2025
By focusing on being greener, treating people fairly, and including everyone, businesses can succeed while doing the right thing in 2025. Here are some easy, practical ideas to help you set better goals for your business.
Queer Spaces in BC: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Post-Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped our world in ways we never imagined, and for British Columbia’s queer community, the impact on LGBTQ2S+ spaces has been both profound and complex.
Film about transition wins top prize in Whistler Film Festival.
The top prize, the Borsos Award for Best Canadian Feature, was presented to Really Happy Someday, directed by J Steven.
Navigating the rise of conspiracy theories in family conversations this holiday.
Family visits over the holiday can be stressful enough for our community, but top that with family members coming at you with all sorts of conspiracy theories can be upsetting.
Support QMUNITY’s Food Security Program This Giving Tuesday
This #GivingTuesday QMUNITY is working to raise $20,000 to expand its Food Security Program. The program provides grocery store gift cards, offering 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals a simple and dignified way to access food. Dec 3.
Telling it Bent 2025 - Youth Writers Workshop
Telling it Bent is an interdisciplinary writing workshop for queer, trans, Two Spirit and questioning BC youth ages 14 to 25. Throughout the program, participants will explore poetry, playwriting, and interdisciplinary creation through a queer, decolonial, future building lens. Application deadline Nov 28.
The Christmas Hampster
There will be times in everyone's life when they need their community, and if you need your community this year, here's a list of Christmas Bureaus and Christmas Hampsters, I mean Hampers. Do connect with them soon, though, as their lists fill up quickly.
Join Us in Shaping a Safer BC for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community!
Health Initiative for Men (HIM) is calling on British Columbia community members to join us in a crucial project.
From Consoles to Mobile and Online - How our Gaming has Evolved
Gaming habits have shifted dramatically over the past few decades and what we might take for granted today is actually quite new. I have loved gaming since the 1970s and wanted to take a little trip back in time.
9 Gift Ideas for Queers This Holiday (Under $20)
OMG I gotta get a gift! Here are gift ideas that won’t break the bank - updated for 2024.
Home for the Holidays; Not the Where, but the Who
When we think of the holiday season, most often there are associations and feelings that come up which centre around the concept of home. Many in the queer community find the concept of “going home for the holidays” utterly terrifying, stressful and exhausting.
Sexy and Fun LGBTQ Christmas Gift Guide
For Christmas time, you want to give something nice and thoughtful, yet also something that that person will be able to either use very often, something they might find handy, or something that will always remind them of you.
Apply for the Youth Award
Sher Vancouver would like to recognize all those youth who work tirelessly for the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
The Genderbread Person - Components of Human Identity
There’s a whole lot of confusing dialogue and rhetoric out there on social media regarding modern human identity so I thought I would find some resources and address the facts with you