‘International Male’ documentary and ‘Vibe Check’ podcast top the catch-up this week

Plus diverse, ethical porn, a “Fast and Furious”-themed trans zine and a breathlessly funny YA title from Jason June

What the 303 Creative case might mean for trans people

OPINION: Legal precedent allowing homophobes to discriminate based on a “worry” could put trans rights in severe jeopardy

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

Sarah McBride’s Congress run is a beacon of hope

OPINION: If elected, McBride would bring hope to Virginians—and to trans people across the U.S.

By Katelyn Burns

Monthly Tune-Up

Bloc Party, Janelle Monáe and Olive Klug top Pride Month releases

The world may be grim, but new queer music shone a joyful light in June

By Jordan Currie

Education

New Brunswick premier’s attack on trans students is unconstitutional

OPINION: Blaine Higgs’ push for parental rights will harm trans kids

By Florence Ashley

Politics

Democrats have reintroduced the Equality Act yet again

OPINION: We need more than a single piece of legislation to protect queer and trans lives

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

Poilievre’s silence on harassment is cause for concern

OPINION: Whether or not he attends Pride, he’s made his indifference toward LGBTQ2S+ safety known

By Dale Smith

Culture

Florida’s drag ban is facing a new test: comic conventions

OPINION: The gender experimentation offered by the cosplay community must be preserved as conservatives continue on their mission to destroy gender nonconformity

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

Florida’s ban on gender-affirming care for youth has been blocked. We need to celebrate that victory

OPINION: No civil rights movement can exist, much less thrive, without hope

By Katelyn Burns

Sports

If MLB wants to support its LGBTQ2S+ fan base, it can’t play both sides

OPINION: Why pitting Christians versus Pride Nights is a terrible “compromise”

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

Transphobes are targeting cis people now. That should be a wakeup call

OPINION: You cannot “eliminate transgenderism” without deeply restricting the gender presentation of all people in society

By Katelyn Burns

TV & Film

‘Ted Lasso’ missed the mark in its portrayal of female queerness

OPINION: A bi Keeley stan feels betrayed by the character’s Season 3 storyline

By Mira Miller

Culture

Compared to Twitter, Bluesky is an online haven for trans people. But can it last?

OPINION: As it expands, the social media platform will have to adapt its moderation policies if it wants to keep vulnerable users safe

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

As the conservative heartland, Alberta’s election could be a sign of what’s to come nationally

OPINION: A Danielle Smith win in Alberta could spell more extremism from federal Tories

By Dale Smith

Music

Just how queer is Eurovision 2023?

We rank 10 of the campiest, butchiest, limp-wristiest music acts at this year’s contest

By Tim Forster

Politics

Florida’s bathroom bill would keep me from my family

OPINION: Visiting my parents in Florida used to feel like a safe home away from home. Now, the idea of it makes my stomach turn

By Katelyn Burns

Culture

Jerry Springer’s legacy of discovery and disgust

OPINION: “I used to have a recurring nightmare that if I tried to transition, I’d be met with braying, angry Springer crowds”

By Katelyn Burns

Politics

Canada should use Commonwealth platform to push LGBTQ+ rights

OPINION: For the coronation, Canada needs to better engage with Commonwealth countries on LGBTQ+ issues

By Dale Smith