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The so-called ‘parental rights’ movement is about control, not personal freedoms

OPINION: Canadians should be vigilant against growing anti-trans backlash

By Katelyn Burns

Justice

Charter challenge of Canada’s sex work laws dismissed by Ontario court

Sex workers’ rights groups say trans, racialized workers are particularly impacted by current laws, police targeting

By Savannah Stewart

Comedy

Comedian Jes Tom on the art of being horny online

They bring their Elliot Page–presented show “Less Lonely” to Just For Laughs Toronto later this month

1 Million March met with thousands of counter-protesters across Canada

While queers and allies turned up in droves, there’s still cause for concern

Tech

The case for digital minimalism—even for the gays who love excess

ANALYSIS: Digital minimalism is more than a time-management tool; it’s a whole new mindset. How might this approach to technology benefit queer users in particular?

By Jon Heggestad

Books

‘Fair Play’ is the thorough reflection on the trans sport ‘debate’ we need

Sports writer Katie Barnes’s debut book is a must-read deep dive into trans inclusion in sport

By Michelle Kay

Right-wing groups are planning transphobic demonstrations across Canada this week

A ragtag group under the 1 Million March 4 Children banner is calling for protests over queer-inclusive education. It’s unclear how extensive the groups are, but counter-protests are being organized too

By Jackie Richardson

Why this couple is fighting HIV discrimination in Mexico

On their wedding day, Alejandro Romero Cigarroa and Emmanuel Romero Cázares discovered that they were barred from marrying because they are HIV-positive

‘Golden Delicious’ offers a sweet, fresh take on the classic coming-of-age sports story

Young intimacy is rarely portrayed so beautifully—plus there’s a meet-cute moment for the ages. Xtra talks with the film’s director and star

By Max Gao

Poilievre’s silence on party’s anti-trans policies speaks volumes

OPINION: By intentionally ignoring anti-trans policies, the Conservative leader continues to placate the far-right

Months after becoming the subject of an anti-trans media circus, a Missouri youth gender clinic is officially closing

OPINION: Anti-trans media has real-world consequences for trans health

By Katelyn Burns

A young boy blossoms in the desert in ‘Frybread Face and Me’ at TIFF

REVIEW: Director Billy Luther’s feature debut is an absolutely charming coming-of-age story set in the Navajo Nation of Arizona

By Danita Steinberg

Sports

Can ‘American Ninja Warrior’ stay gender-inclusive as it goes mainstream?

A ninja league sets a model for all-gender divisions, even as “American Ninja Warrior” backs away from its prior commitment to gender inclusivity

What makes high-intensity cheerleading drama ‘Backspot’ such a winner

REVIEW: Devery Jacobs gives a intensely physical and emotionally nuanced performance

By Barry Levitt

Anti-trans policies at Conservative convention met with apathy and outrage

“People are going to die,” says a former Conservative candidate, while party leaders refuse to take a stand on LGBTQ2S+ rights

By Denio Lourenco

The ‘trans debate’ isn’t just about wonky policy issues, it’s about families

OPINION: Anti-trans laws are tearing apart the families conservatives purport to want to protect

By Katelyn Burns

Books

Kai Cheng Thom’s ‘Falling Back in Love with Being Human’ is an ode to the love letter

Cheng Thom discusses her latest book, and how she holds on to love and hope

‘Solo’ at TIFF is a celebratory love letter to Montreal’s drag scene

Director Sophie Dupuis and star Théodore Pellerin discuss why the artform of drag is so contested—and necessary—right now

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