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Going Virtual: The Vancouver Vibe Beyond Davie Street (and How to Locate It)
The Vancouver LGBTQ community used to be boxed into two, perhaps three, blocks; today, it spills into cyberspace. Grab your favourite drink, get comfortable, and let’s talk about the different ways our community is now getting plugged in and expanding that digital realm.
Dancing with Data: Do Silly Ads Actually Convert Better?
You’ve seen them. The grainy TikTok ad where someone’s dog accidentally eats the product. The girl who screams into her salad, only to cut to a 50% off coupon code.
The Innovation Driving Virtual Pride Events
Over the last few years, innovation has been on full display during virtual Pride events. How have they developed, and where can they go from here?
Your Guide to Queer Las Vegas: From Pride to Nightlife
Las Vegas is home to a long-standing 2SLGBTQiA+ scene, from lively bars and drag shows to community-focused events like Trans Vegas Pride and the city’s annual Pride Festival.
Plinko Review: The Famous Ball Game with Big Bonuses and Wins
Every bounce and ricochet in the game Plinko feels meaningful, even though the outcome is random.
How to Protect Your Mental Health in a HyperOnline World
If you’ve ever felt drained after doomscrolling, anxious after comparing your life to Instagram influencers, or simply burned out from endless Zoom meetings, you’re not alone.
How to Design a Logo That Speaks Your Brand’s Language
You’re starting a new business or you’re thinking of rebranding - this is exciting! Here are some tips for designing your new logo.
Avarra Lingerie: Reclaiming Intimacy Beyond the Male Gaze
What happens when lingerie is reclaimed? When it becomes about self-expression, affirmation, and intimacy on our own terms?
From Concept to Client: How to Build and Share a Product Demo Using Presentation Editor
Launching a product demo shouldn’t feel like a juggling act of clunky screen grabs, awkward live clicks, or cringe-worthy transitions.
Digital Games Night: BC’s Guide to Inclusive At-Home Fun for the Queer Community
Despite BC’s ever-changing weather—rain‑soaked highways or iced‑in northern towns—our queer community bridges the distance with vibrant digital game nights, from Haida Gwaii to Kitsilano, forging creativity, connection, and joy online.
Celebrate Pride with Online Entertainment
Celebrate Pride virtually—spin rainbow-themed slots, score free spins at LGBTQ+-supportive casinos, and connect with vibrant, inclusive gaming communities from anywhere, on any device.
The Underdog Effect: Why We Cheer for the Little Guy in Sports Films
Whether you’re a die‑hard bettor using promo codes or a newcomer to the game, the thrill of an unlikely victory taps into something primal.
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth with Creative Learning Support
Learning—true, impactful learning—isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s no secret. But for LGBTQ+ youth, the journey through education is rarely as smooth or inclusive as it should be.
Inclusive Online Competitions Connect Communities Through Fantasy Leagues
From Twitch streams to Discord servers, LGBTQ+ gamers are reshaping the gaming world into a space that celebrates identity, community and play.
How 2SLGBTQ+ Gaming Communities Embrace Sweet Bonanza Tournament Participation
For many 2SLGBTQ+ gamers, virtual worlds offer more than escape—they offer freedom: the freedom to express authentic selves in ways often not possible offline.
How to Find Joy, Colour, and Strategy in the Unexpected
For many in the 2SLGBTQiA+ community, life has never followed a traditional path, and that’s exactly where beauty often lives.
The Ultimate Sports Watch Party Playbook: How to Host Like a Pro
Game Day becomes unforgettable with the right setup, snack strategy, and fun extras that turn your living room into the ultimate sports stadium for fans of all levels.
Affordable Queer Entertainment: Streaming, Gaming & Community Events
Nowadays, everything from rent to oat milk lattes seems to increase in price each month. Queer people all over BC, however, have discovered creative, welcoming ways to have a good time without breaking the bank.
How to Plan a Fabulous Night Out in Vancouver for Less Than the Price of a Coffee
In a city where rent skyrockets and $7 oat milk lattes are becoming the new normal, the concept of an evening of glamour in Vancouver for under the price of your daily coffee may seem like some queer pipe dream.
Celebrating Queer Culture in British Columbia: A Look at LGBTQ+ Events, Lifestyle and Resources
British Columbia (BC) has long been a leader in LGBTQ+ advocacy and culture. With a vibrant and active queer community, the province continues to create welcoming spaces for everyone, from LGBTQ+ individuals to their allies.