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5 takeaways from the leaders’ debate
Politics

5 takeaways from the leaders’ debate

Once again, form trumps function on the campaign trail

By Dale Smith
What will a new federal government mean for queer and trans South Asian people?
Politics

What will a new federal government mean for queer and trans South Asian people?

Activist Praney Anand calls for culture-specific resources and government aid

By Arvin Joaquin
What could be wittier than writer R. Eric Thomas chatting with advice columnist John Paul Brammer?
Queer Culture Catch-Up

What could be wittier than writer R. Eric Thomas chatting with advice columnist John Paul Brammer?

Our recommendations for what’s up and what’s on, beginning Sep. 9

By S. Bear Bergman
The Liberal platform makes a $40-million promise to the LGBTQ2S+ community. Is it enough?
Politics

The Liberal platform makes a $40-million promise to the LGBTQ2S+ community. Is it enough?

The party has made some of the most specific commitments to queer and trans communities. But after years of unfulfilled promises, it may not suffice

By Dale Smith
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ defined Rudemption—for the queens, but also for the ‘All Stars’ format
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ defined Rudemption—for the queens, but also for the ‘All Stars’ format

Lessons learned from ‘All Stars 6,’ and what we want to see in future seasons

By Kevin O’Keeffe
How can a new Canadian government collaborate with Two-Spirit people?
Politics

How can a new Canadian government collaborate with Two-Spirit people?

John R. Sylliboy on Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ Indigenous needs, the upcoming federal election and reconciliation

By Arvin Joaquin
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 12 power ranking: We’ve got a winner, baby
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 12 power ranking: We’ve got a winner, baby

From bombing Snatch Game as Lady Gaga to triumphing in the final lip sync to “Stupid Love,” Kylie truly found Rudemption

By Kevin O’Keeffe
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ finale recap: The newest entrant into the ‘Drag Race’ Hall of Fame is…
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ finale recap: The newest entrant into the ‘Drag Race’ Hall of Fame is…

A terrific season ends with the well-deserved crowning of a queen who made the most of her comeback

By Kevin O’Keeffe
These two lesbian-centred horror films show how far the genre has come
TV & Film

These two lesbian-centred horror films show how far the genre has come

In “Bloodthirsty” and “The Retreat,” queerness is not equated with monstrousness

By Sara Clements
How the glam-rock universe of ‘Velvet Goldmine’ created space for shrugging off gender conventions
Queer View Mirror

How the glam-rock universe of ‘Velvet Goldmine’ created space for shrugging off gender conventions

Critics were not kind to Todd Hayne’s third film, but “Velvet Goldmine” achieved cult status thanks to its outrageous soundtrack

By vivi hansen
Pop hasn’t been kind to women over 40. Can Beyoncé break the curse?
That’s the Way It Is

Pop hasn’t been kind to women over 40. Can Beyoncé break the curse?

In her illustrious career, Beyoncé has blazed trails for Black women and inspired a zillion drag queens

By Thomas Leblanc, Tranna Wintour
Jagmeet Singh’s plan for an inclusive Canada
Politics

Jagmeet Singh’s plan for an inclusive Canada

The NDP leader spoke to Xtra about banning conversion therapy, improving trans healthcare and why representation is so vital in politics

By Erica Lenti
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 11 power ranking: The final four, for real this time
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 11 power ranking: The final four, for real this time

The game-within-a-game results in one last shake up in the penultimate episode of the season

By Kevin O’Keeffe
Prepare to be disappointed in party platforms this election season
Politics

Prepare to be disappointed in party platforms this election season

The NDP, Conservatives and Liberals could be doing much more for LGBTQ2S+ Canadians. Instead, they’re doling out a lot of the same empty promises

By Dale Smith
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 11 recap: Monologue the house down boots
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 11 recap: Monologue the house down boots

A storytelling challenge sees an underdog score a major win, while a former frontrunner falls

By Kevin O’Keeffe
Try a taste of the rootsier Melissa Etheridge we’ve all been waiting for
Queer Culture Catch-Up

Try a taste of the rootsier Melissa Etheridge we’ve all been waiting for

Our recommendations for what’s up and what’s on, beginning Aug. 26

By S. Bear Bergman
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 10 power ranking: Gamers within gamers
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 10 power ranking: Gamers within gamers

Reconsidering the eliminated queens after they lip-synced for the chance to return

By Kevin O’Keeffe
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 10 recap: Lip sync for your life—and then do it again
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 10 recap: Lip sync for your life—and then do it again

It’s finally time to reveal the game-within-a-game. Surprise! It’s a whole lot of lip syncs

By Kevin O’Keeffe
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