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Claire Forth

Claire Forth is a writer with a passion for social issues and culture. Hailing from North Bay, Ontario, she wants to advocate for the LGBTQ+ community beyond just the big cities.

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North Bay Pride takes a stand by cancelling its Pride parade in favour of a protest march
Pride

North Bay Pride takes a stand by cancelling its Pride parade in favour of a protest march

The decision is a response to a “rise in hate”

August 10, 2023
Canada’s testosterone shortages are ongoing—and trans people still aren’t getting answers
Trans Health

Canada’s testosterone shortages are ongoing—and trans people still aren’t getting answers

With little information or support available, trans people who use testosterone are left to advocate for themselves

March 24, 2023
This Sudbury student is calling out his school for ‘outrageous’ drag cancellation
Activism

This Sudbury student is calling out his school for ‘outrageous’ drag cancellation

Ra’Jah Mohamed’s school board cancelled a drag show, calling it “hypersexual.” The 16-year-old activist decided to take action

February 17, 2023
Thanks to new legislation, it’s significantly easier for trans people to change their gender markers in Finland
Identity

Thanks to new legislation, it’s significantly easier for trans people to change their gender markers in Finland

The process no longer requires that trans people have surgery or a psychiatric assessment

February 6, 2023
Yet another study shows gender-affirming care leads to better, long-lasting mental health for trans youth
Trans Health

Yet another study shows gender-affirming care leads to better, long-lasting mental health for trans youth

Participants of the study showed increased life satisfaction, decreased anxiety and depression

January 30, 2023
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