Xtra is an online magazine and community platform covering LGBTQ2S+ culture, politics and health. We aim to break boundaries, think outside of binaries and build bridges within our communities and beyond.

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Xtra is the first LGBTQ2S+ publication to join The Trust Project

We’re spilling the tea on the Trust Mark logo, that little T-mark now appearing on Xtra’s stories

By Xtra Staff

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The Xtra community is changing addresses

We’re doubling down on social media channels and the lively conversations you are having there

By Angela Mullins

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Xtra wins gold

We brought home the big trophy from the Digital Publishing Awards

By Xtra Staff

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Going where readers are is baked into Xtra’s DNA

Senior editor Mel Woods tasked with taking Xtra to new audiences

By Gordon Bowness

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Meet Xtra’s new crossword constructor Ada Nicolle

The young trans puzzle writer and editor has carved out an unusual—and rare—career

By Gordon Bowness

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Celebrated theatre artist Daniel MacIvor to join Xtra’s publisher

MacIvor to head up new creative studio at Pink Triangle Press

By Gordon Bowness

Pride 2022: Party & Protest

Announcing the winner of the Xtra Pride Photo Contest

Xtra readers submitted pups, parades, parties and more, but one photo won out

By Mel Woods

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Jennifer McGuire, former head of CBC News, takes the helm at Xtra

New content streams and audience growth are in the works for 51-year-old Pink Triangle Press

By Gordon Bowness

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Everyone is friends here

Welcome to the launch of the new Xtra Community!

By Michelle da Silva

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A federal election?! Don’t worry, Xtra has you covered

Senior politics editor Erica Lenti gives you a sneak peek into our extensive coverage of the forthcoming Canadian election

By Erica Lenti

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How activism can improve our sex lives

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of our publisher Pink Triangle Press, Xtra is looking for a new sexual revolution—one based on social justice and mutual care

By Rachel Giese

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Check out our glow up!

Xtra is evolving… new look, new logo… but same commitment to LGBTQ2S+ journalism and community building

By Rachel Giese

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We’re launching ‘Rainbow Votes 2020,’ a U.S. election newsletter

This November’s election is one of the best opportunities to make the U.S. a better place; Xtra has you covered

By Erica Lenti

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Why Xtra is giving away ad space this Pride season

We’re partnering with LGBTQ2 organizations whose fundraising has been disrupted by COVID-19 to help them boost their message

By Mitchell Cheeseman

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This would have been the season of glitter and rainbows

But with COVID-19, widespread anti-Black violence and mass protests against police brutality, this isn’t the time for a glittering Pride. We stand with LGBTQ2 folk as they, once more, aim to rise to the moment

By Rachel Giese

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Lessons from AIDS on how to survive coronavirus

As we shut our offices and send staff home to work, we find inspiration in our history of community care

By Rachel Giese

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Hey sweeties, we’re changing

Help us build an even better Xtra

By Rachel Giese