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Politics

The U.K. Labour Party has no backbone to stand up for trans people

The U.K. Labour Party has no backbone to stand up for trans people

OPINION: A Supreme Court ruling has opened the door for the Labour Party to turn further against trans people

By Katelyn Burns • April 28, 2025 at 2:25 pm EDT
Books

‘I Remember Lights’ is a time machine trip to Montreal’s gay past

‘I Remember Lights’ is a time machine trip to Montreal’s gay past

Ben Ladouceur’s rigorously researched new novel is romantic, harrowing and transportive

By H Felix Chau Bradley • April 24, 2025 at 5:07 pm EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

I helped write the NDP’s trans policy. Why have they abandoned our community?

I helped write the NDP’s trans policy. Why have they abandoned our community?

OPINION: In a time when allies need to stand up for trans rights, the NDP has chosen to stand down—and pivot

By Jules Sherred • April 24, 2025 at 11:21 am EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

Where are the gays in the federal party platforms?

Where are the gays in the federal party platforms?

OPINION: All three major English party platforms offer thin gruel for queer and trans Canadians

By Dale Smith • April 23, 2025 at 4:37 pm EDT
TV & Film

‘Parade’ invites us to embrace queer history to tackle the present

‘Parade’ invites us to embrace queer history to tackle the present

Noam Gonick’s new documentary turns the spotlight on Canada’s long-overlooked LGBTQ2S+ activists to tell their stories

By Tobin Ng • April 23, 2025 at 12:14 pm EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

Conservative platform pledges ban on trans women in women’s prisons

Conservative platform pledges ban on trans women in women’s prisons

ANALYSIS: The Conservative Party of Canada’s 2025 federal election platform also hints at possible future anti-trans policies

By Mel Woods • April 22, 2025 at 5:18 pm EDT
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Video

Quinn’s inaugural NSL goal is a big deal for trans sports

Quinn’s inaugural NSL goal is a big deal for trans sports

ANALYSIS: The Vancouver Rise midfielder ensured that trans people will play a starring role in the new era of sports in Canada

By Mel Woods • April 17, 2025 at 4:04 pm EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

Ahead of the election, LGBTQ2S+ organizations are underfunded and under attack

Ahead of the election, LGBTQ2S+ organizations are underfunded and under attack

Queer and trans organizations are calling on federal candidates to prioritize stable funding and to protect their communities

By Emma Bainbridge • April 17, 2025 at 1:24 pm EDT
TV & Film

Five great Canadian queer films—and where to stream them

Five great Canadian queer films—and where to stream them

Looking for LGBTQ2S+ movies to watch for National Canadian Film Day? We’ve got you covered

By Xtra • April 16, 2025 at 4:04 pm EDT
Video

Canadian musicians pull U.S. tour dates in wake of visa restrictions

Canadian musicians pull U.S. tour dates in wake of visa restrictions

Bells Larsen and T. Thomason are among trans travellers impacted by Trump’s immigration policies

By Mel Woods • April 15, 2025 at 12:33 pm EDT
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 17, Episode 15 recap: Work it out in the lip sync

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 17, Episode 15 recap: Work it out in the lip sync

A second edition of the reunion LaLaPaRuZa can’t help but live in its predecessor’s shadow

By Kevin O'Keeffe • April 14, 2025 at 10:39 am EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

LGBTQ2S+ parents exist—our federal leaders should value our experience 

LGBTQ2S+ parents exist—our federal leaders should value our experience 

OPINION: The way Poilievre speaks of “biological clocks” as part of the affordability crisis erases the needs of queer and trans parents

By Tara-Michelle Ziniuk • April 14, 2025 at 9:35 am EDT
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Culture

Countess Luann on cabaret superstardom, Kenya Moore and life after ‘The Real Housewives’

Countess Luann on cabaret superstardom, Kenya Moore and life after ‘The Real Housewives’

“Elegance is learned, my friends,” and the Countess’s class is in session

By Kevin O'Keeffe • April 11, 2025 at 2:24 pm EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

Poilievre and the Conservatives have a ‘wokeism’ problem

Poilievre and the Conservatives have a ‘wokeism’ problem

OPINION: What would a “war on woke” look like for Canada if Poilievre wins?

By Dale Smith • April 10, 2025 at 9:51 am EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

We must be ready to counter the right’s obsession with trans people

We must be ready to counter the right’s obsession with trans people

ANALYSIS: Conservatives have shown they’re willing to make trans rights a wedge issue. Progressives can’t just stand by and watch

By Mel Woods • April 10, 2025 at 9:28 am EDT

Doug Ford didn’t have to attack queer and trans people to win. Pierre Poilievre should follow his lead

Doug Ford didn’t have to attack queer and trans people to win. Pierre Poilievre should follow his lead

Where some political leaders have advanced on the backs of marginalized groups, Doug Ford’s approach is refreshing

Created for Pride At Work Canada • April 9, 2025 at 12:26 pm EDT
Rainbow Votes 2025

In midst of federal election, young voters are ‘really scared’ for future

In midst of federal election, young voters are ‘really scared’ for future

This election is crucial for LGBTQ2S+ rights. Queer youth are more worried than ever

By Alice Boyle • April 8, 2025 at 12:42 pm EDT
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 17, Episode 14 recap: Vegas or bust

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 17, Episode 14 recap: Vegas or bust

The final challenge asks the queens to sell themselves as the new stars of “RuPaul’s Drag Race Live”

By Kevin O'Keeffe • April 7, 2025 at 10:41 am EDT
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