Politics

Ford’s use of notwithstanding clause should be a warning for minority communities

OPINION: The Ontario premier is not the only one abusing the clause, and we should be prepared for more

By Dale Smith

Drag Race

Justin Trudeau on ‘Drag Race’ is going to be cringe

OPINION: Canada’s prime minister is coming to “Canada’s Drag Race: Canada vs the World”

By Mel Woods

TV & Film

Dave Chappelle’s hosting SNL. Tell me again about cancel culture ending careers

OPINION: There are apparently no consequences for transphobia!!

By Mel Woods

Politics

Is Florida a preview of America’s dystopian future?

OPINION: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is a man with presidential ambitions, and he’s getting there by targeting trans kids

By Jude Ellison S. Doyle

TV & Film

Kit Connor’s forced coming out and the problems of queer fandom

OPINION: The “Heartstopper” star is 18. He shouldn’t have been forced out by fans

By Mel Woods

Health

For LGBTQ2S+ people with spina bifida, connection is everything

To mark spina bifida awareness month, queer and trans folks with the condition share their anger, their hopes and their joys

By Dev Ramsawakh

Love & Sex

These are the best sex toys for ‘sides’

From vibrators to strokers, these sex toys are perfect for people who don’t want to prioritize penetration during masturbation or partnered play

By Bobby Box

Love & Sex

Grindr’s new CEO supports ‘some’ of Trump’s policies. Why are we surprised?

OPINION: George Arison’s tweets are just another reminder: corporations are not our friends

By Alex V Green

Politics

America’s next wave of anti-trans bills is here and the time to act is now

OPINION: A new law in Oklahoma takes its cues from hateful online campaigns

By Zack Ford

TV & Film

Ryan Murphy’s obsession with queer trauma must be stopped

OPINION: From his Dahmer series to the new “American Horror Story” about a serial killer targeting queer people, the writer-director has gone off the deep end

By Mel Woods

Politics

Why are LGBTQ+ voters being marginalized when it comes to the upcoming elections in Zimbabwe?

OPINION: To vote or note to vote? What LGBTQ+ voters in Zimbabwe need to consider

By Tanatswa M.

Power

Alberta’s teachers registry is outing trans teachers

OPINION: Trans teachers already face many barriers. Registries with their deadnames are another hurdle

By j wallace skelton

Politics

Poilievre is talking dangerous nonsense

OPINION: But that’s exactly the reason why his brand of populism is going to be so difficult to counter

By Dale Smith

Power

Online bullying has become legal persecution and violence—it’s time for us to respond

OPINION: If you think the campaigns against drag queens aren’t coming for you next—pay attention

By Zack Ford

Monthly Tune-Up

August’s best queer music includes punk rock bangers from WILLOW and Pussy Riot

Soundtrack the end of your summer with smooth electropop and buoyant punk

By Jordan Currie

Politics

After nearly two decades of queer activism, this municipal candidate had to face down vile homophobic accusations recently

OPINION: The rise in online hate has made local politics a critical new battleground in LGBTQ2S+ rights

By Ariel Troster

TV & Film

‘P-Valley’ tells Black queer stories you won’t find anywhere else

The series, wrapping up Season 2 this weekend, depicts the layered experiences of Black queer Southerners with care and authenticity

By Daria Lynn Cottingham

Power

Montreal’s makeshift Pride march was more meaningful than any parade

Corporate Pride doesn’t reflect our roots—or a pathway to LGBTQ2S+ liberation

By Ziya Jones