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Books

Timothy Findley was a consummate artist and ferocious fighter

Timothy Findley was a consummate artist and ferocious fighter

A new biography of the iconic Canadian writer is a reminder of just how hard it was to be gay two generations ago

By RM Vaughan • October 27, 2020 at 11:24 am EDT

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Homepage
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Personal Essay

A transgender, bisexual, non-binary writer calls their future into being

A transgender, bisexual, non-binary writer calls their future into being

Coming out: A prelude

By Dede Akolo • October 21, 2020 at 1:43 pm EDT
Music

Regina Gently’s glamorous reinvention

Regina Gently’s glamorous reinvention

An all-star lineup of guest vocalists gives the Toronto singer-songwriter’s latest album its soulful groove

By Jesse Locke • October 21, 2020 at 9:23 am EDT
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Sex

How to go to your first sex party

How to go to your first sex party

Whether virtual or IRL, here are the steps to get you in the mood and in the door

By Andy Bandyopadhyay • October 20, 2020 at 11:58 am EDT
Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

I’m a young lesbian who wants to play the field. Does that make me a fuckboi?

I’m a young lesbian who wants to play the field. Does that make me a fuckboi?
By Kai Cheng Thom • October 13, 2020 at 12:58 pm EDT
Gaming

The inherent queerness of farming games

The inherent queerness of farming games

If you can’t escape the stifling city life, a cottagecore-inspired virtual existence could be your queer fantasy come true

By V.S. Wells • October 9, 2020 at 10:40 am EDT
Music

‘I want what I’m saying to hold weight,’ says rapper DijahSB; they also want you to dance

‘I want what I’m saying to hold weight,’ says rapper DijahSB; they also want you to dance

The Toronto indie artist is back in the studio after releasing the superlative “2020 the Album”

By Jesse Locke • October 6, 2020 at 9:53 am EDT
Indigenous

Musician Melody McKiver harnesses the sound at the centre of creation

Musician Melody McKiver harnesses the sound at the centre of creation

The Anishinaabe violist and composer finds inspiration in nature, traditional teachings and family connections in Sioux Lookout

By Jesse Locke • October 1, 2020 at 3:49 pm EDT
TV & Film

‘The Boys in the Band’ has delighted and horrified audiences for 50 years

‘The Boys in the Band’ has delighted and horrified audiences for 50 years

The new film adaptation of Mart Crowley’s revered and reviled play encapsulates a half century of change

By Frank M. Miller • September 30, 2020 at 9:31 am EDT
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Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

I think my straight friend might actually be gay. Should I encourage him to come out?

I think my straight friend might actually be gay. Should I encourage him to come out?
By Kai Cheng Thom • September 29, 2020 at 9:34 am EDT
Books

A thrilling debut novel takes revenge on smalltown homophobia

A thrilling debut novel takes revenge on smalltown homophobia

Young Quebecois novelist Kevin Lambert kills it with his recently translated book “You Will Love What You Have Killed”

By Christopher DiRaddo • September 28, 2020 at 9:17 am EDT
Love & Sex

What it’s like to nurse when you’re non-binary

What it’s like to nurse when you’re non-binary

In an essay from their new collection, “Like a Boy but Not a Boy,” andrea bennett reflects on the joys and limitations of non-binary parenting

By andrea bennett • September 25, 2020 at 10:15 am EDT
Relationships

7 steps to open up your relationship

7 steps to open up your relationship

Here’s some very practical advice on how to get started from someone who knows

By Andy Bandyopadhyay • September 22, 2020 at 9:27 am EDT
TV & Film

Controversial thriller ‘Antebellum’ grapples with the nightmare of slavery

Controversial thriller ‘Antebellum’ grapples with the nightmare of slavery

Filmmaking partners Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz hope they’ve created a cathartic wake-up call

By Tre’vell Anderson • September 18, 2020 at 9:18 am EDT
Addiction

The drag queens coming out as sober

The drag queens coming out as sober

For many drag performers, the easy access to party drugs and alcohol in the queer bar scene can lead to regular substance use and addiction

By KC Hoard • September 18, 2020 at 9:17 am EDT
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