No one is a stranger; we are responsible for one another

Before COVID-19 brought the world to a standstill, queer politicians and their partners were having a moment. Reflecting on Pete and Chasten, and the LGBTQ2 political couples who came before them

The author of ‘I Can’t Date Jesus’ discusses his latest book, the discomfort when talking about money and the paradox of social mobility

Here’s what to expect from Xtra Weekly, Apr. 10

There’s so much more queer- and trans-affirming work that must be done at schools every day of the year, this queer teacher writes

One hundred organizations demand recognition of special needs stemming from the pandemic and beyond

Outdated discriminatory policies hurt, especially in times of national emergency

Here’s what to expect from Xtra Weekly, Apr. 3

How archaic laws across the pond fail to recognize trans-affirming marriages

In a landmark lawsuit, Jane Doe is fighting the U.S. Pentagon to serve as a trans woman

In countries where gay marriage is not recognized and borders have been closed, queer partners are struggling to stay together through the pandemic

From the ages of 18 to 22, I learned more about what being a woman of colour brought out in other people than about who I was

Here’s what to expect from Xtra Weekly, March 27

A running diary of LGBTQ2 folk coping and caring for each other. Today: The 519 community centre in Toronto and North Carolina’s Campus Pride

Matt Ashcroft’s story illustrates why a federal ban on conversion therapy is vitally important

Power

Despite virtual family gatherings this year, the message of Passover resonates more profoundly than ever during COVID-19

My roommates aren’t physically distancing and I’ve had enough. Should I call the police?

In an uncertain time, an ode to the queer political spouse

Bestselling writer Michael Arceneaux doesn’t want to die poor and in debt

Melania Trump gives us 47 seconds of her time, Lady Gaga raises funds and Gigi Goode’s reveal

Do anti-bullying days really help LGBTQ2 youth?

LGBTQ2 groups in Canada petition federal government on COVID-19

Amid COVID-19, lawmakers call to end blood donation bans for queer men

Idaho’s Republican Governor Brad Little signed two anti-trans bills, Lil Nas X’s confession and Ansel Elgort’s bulge

I wanted to marry my trans girlfriend in the U.K. I can’t

This U.S. naval officer is suing over Trump’s trans military ban

I’m an old gay rights activist who wants to support the younger generation. Shouldn’t I expect that support in return?

COVID-19 is keeping queer couples apart in Poland

I went to university to find myself. I learned I wasn’t welcome

Terrence McNally dies of COVID-19 complications, Michelle Visage’s looks and free Pornhub Premium

COVID-19: Your communities in action, Mar. 25

How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting LGBTQ2 refugees waiting to come to Canada?

Surviving conversion therapy