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

Identity

Why I started a digital shrine to Justice Smith and Nic Ashe’s relationship

The actor boyfriends are the possibility models I didn’t know I needed

By Mikelle Street

Monthly Tune-Up

From bisexual R&B artist Steve Lacy’s trippy slow groove to trans rapper Mykki Blanco’s dreamy proclamation of new love

Jordan Currie programs a splendidly queer summer of music, just for you

By Jordan Currie

Culture

How did Bette Midler get to tweeting anti-trans nonsense?

OPINION: A well-orchestrated effort for years to pit cis women against trans folks is working through traditional mainstream media and straight to beloved stars

By Mel Woods

Politics

Can the Canadian Forces address their toxic culture?

OPINION: A National Defence report on systemic racism and discrimination landed in the spring with little fanfare

By Dale Smith

Music

You have spoken: the most iconic queer anthem of all time is … ‘Dancing Queen’?

Xtra readers voted and ABBA’s classic ran away with the final tally

By Mel Woods