THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
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.
Say ‘No’ to AI Data Centres in Vancouver
Join us in protesting against the ai data centres being proposed for Vancouver. June 27th at 1:00 pm starting at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Little Sister's Book Store Featured on Canada Post Stamp
Canada Post has unveiled a new stamp honouring Vancouver's Little Sister’s Book, Clothing and Intimate Wellness Store as part of its Places of Pride series.
2SLGBTQiA+ Youth Camp - Camp Jubilee
A fun, supportive, and affirming space where young people can build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy classic camp activities in a welcoming environment.
Kalamazoo: Michigan's Most Welcoming Hidden Gem
Nestled in the heart of southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo is a city that surprises you. Equal parts creative, cultured, and community-driven, it carries an energy that feels honest and quietly forward-thinking.
Gay4Choir Pride Festival Chorus
Sing your heart out with the Gay4Choir Pride Festival Chorus in Victoria BC! Join our sonic queer community for 5 weekly rehearsals starting June 1, culminating in a joyful performance at the Victoria Pride Festival.
New Era for Little Sister’s: Iconic Queer Bookstore Sold to Impact Investor
Little Sister’s Book & Art Emporium, the historic Vancouver bookstore that survived bombings and took a landmark censorship battle to the Supreme Court, has been sold to B.C. impact investor Parm Gill.
Bass Coast: Radical Care and Harm Reduction Led by Stacey Forrester
Bass Coast Harm Reduction lead Stacey Forrester facilitates a program of radical care and clinical-grade safety that centers the lived experiences of 2SLGBTQiA+ attendees, artists, and crew.
Celebrating Lesbian Visibility Week 2026
In honour of Lesbian Visibility Week 2026 let’s get to know a few movers and shakers, both local in through history.
The Legend of the Lesbian Toaster
From Anita Bryant’s attacks to Ellen’s sitcom, the legend of the lesbian toaster is proof that the community always gets the last laugh.
What It Looks Like When Parents Really Show Up
A parent’s process deserves support, but it is not their child’s job to hold it; true affirmation happens when a parent does the private, difficult work of reckoning with their own fears so that their child is free to simply be themselves.
Your Venus Sign: A Cosmic Guide to Love and Connection
Love is in the air! What does your Venus sign reveal about the unique energy you bring to romance and relationships?
What Holds Us: On relationship, resistance, and the revolution that begins within
Clayre Sessoms reflects on the exhaustion of navigating biased systems and why communal connection, rather than just clinical care, is what truly sustains the 2SLGBTQiA+ community.
Bid Boldly - An Online Auction in Support of PuSh
Support culturally fearless art and score amazing items by participating in the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival online auction.
From Web Series to Emmy® Gold: A Conversation with the Creators of Dandyland
Emmy® winners Rafaella Rabinovich and Ryan Leslie Fisher sit down in an interview with Ryan Purdy to discuss their award-winning collaboration on the hit web series Dandyland.
Joshua Beamish Brings Professional Ballet Home to Vancouver
Artistic Director Joshua Beamish sits down with Laura Murray to discuss the launch of Ballet Vancouver and their debut program, "After the Rain & Other Works." A major milestone for the city and the 2SLGBTQiA+ arts community.
What is TMVII?
Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) is an easily treated fungal skin infection gaining attention within 2SLGBTQiA+ communities.
What is the Dogwood Monarchist Society?
The Dogwood Monarchist Society is a Vancouver-based non-profit that raises funds for 2SLGBTQiA+ charities through the traditions of the Imperial Court System.
Things you want to know about St. Patricks Day
Mix a little history, tradition, some politics, and a few great events in with the colour green and what do you get? St Patrick's Day of course!
Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Celebration & Awareness Day 2026
For the fifth consecutive year, the Two-Spirit Program at Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC) is calling upon relations, hereditary leaders, government officials, policy makers, and allies to proclaim and celebrate Friday, March 20, 2026, as Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ Celebration and Awareness Day in Canada.