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Books

Zena Sharman’s new book stitches death, life and sex into a beautiful tapestry

Zena Sharman’s new book stitches death, life and sex into a beautiful tapestry

In “Staying Power,” kink and community help Sharman navigate parenthood, divorce and the death of her mother 

By H Felix Chau Bradley • March 3, 2026 at 3:14 pm EDT
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Maia Kobabe to guest edit series of original comics about LGBTQ2S+ censorship

Maia Kobabe to guest edit series of original comics about LGBTQ2S+ censorship

“This series seeks to counter suppression with a joyful, unruly, fierce collection of comics highlighting and celebrating the perseverance of storytelling under fire,” says Kobabe

By Xtra Staff • March 3, 2026 at 12:01 pm EDT
Activism

How do we find hope that isn’t bullshit?

How do we find hope that isn’t bullshit?

Real hope doesn’t come from ignoring the pain of being human—it comes from listening to it

By Jude Ellison S. Doyle • February 26, 2026 at 12:30 pm EDT
Consumed

Halsey’s ‘Badlands’ soundtracked the rise and fall of my oldest friendship

Halsey’s ‘Badlands’ soundtracked the rise and fall of my oldest friendship

The pop star’s first album let us escape from the suburbs. After a falling out, it brought us back together

By KC Hoard • February 26, 2026 at 9:11 am EDT
Youth

8 Alberta community leaders share their resources for trans youth

8 Alberta community leaders share their resources for trans youth

From summer camps to affirming churches, advocates say trans youth in the province aren’t alone

By Elena Sénéchal-Becker • February 24, 2026 at 3:15 pm EDT
Justice

What the Barry Neufeld tribunal ruling means for trans rights in Canada

What the Barry Neufeld tribunal ruling means for trans rights in Canada

A former Chilliwack school trustee has been ordered to pay $750,000 after years of anti-LGBTQ2S+ posts

By Cody Corrall, Mel Woods • February 24, 2026 at 3:06 pm EDT
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Dating

Six of my exes are dating each other, so I’m moving to Europe

Six of my exes are dating each other, so I’m moving to Europe

I’m sick of being ignored by the same Toronto-famous art hoes, twunks, circuit gays and daddies on Grindr

By Ben ED • February 23, 2026 at 10:49 am EDT
Politics

Gavin Newsom is the wrong choice—for trans people and for Democrats

Gavin Newsom is the wrong choice—for trans people and for Democrats

The California governor’s backpedaling on trans rights represents a grim shift, two years out from the first presidential primaries

By Katelyn Burns • February 19, 2026 at 5:32 pm EDT
History

The drag king provocateur of the Harlem Renaissance

The drag king provocateur of the Harlem Renaissance

Gladys Bentley was a beloved and successful gender outlaw, but the world would ultimately fail her

By Cody Corrall • February 19, 2026 at 3:33 pm EDT
Politics

Where do the NDP leadership hopefuls stand on queer and trans issues?

Where do the NDP leadership hopefuls stand on queer and trans issues?

Xtra asked candidates about their policies on healthcare, trans athletes’ participation in sports and more

By Michelle Kay • February 19, 2026 at 2:43 pm EDT
Sports

NBC apologizes after misgendering Olympic skier

NBC apologizes after misgendering Olympic skier

Swedish freestyle skier Elis Lundholm made history as the first openly trans Winter Olympian

By Cody Corrall, Mel Woods • February 17, 2026 at 4:21 pm EDT
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 18, Episode 7 power ranking: Revenge of the Meeks

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 18, Episode 7 power ranking: Revenge of the Meeks

Frontrunners suddenly find themselves in jeopardy, while an underdog scores her first win

By Kevin O'Keeffe • February 17, 2026 at 11:20 am EDT
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TV & Film

Joan Chen is ‘attracted’ to queer stories

Joan Chen is ‘attracted’ to queer stories

The legendary actress tells Xtra about “Saving Face,” “Montreal, My Beautiful”—and the life lessons that came in between

By Sarah Williscraft • February 13, 2026 at 1:39 pm EDT
Politics

The NDP is on life support. Where does it go next?

The NDP is on life support. Where does it go next?

The party is facing tough choices in their leadership race

By Dale Smith • February 13, 2026 at 12:01 pm EDT
TV & Film

‘Pillion’ shows that gay biker doms have feelings too

‘Pillion’ shows that gay biker doms have feelings too

The Alexander Skarsgård-led BDSM romance asks a big question: Can real love be found in such a skewed power dynamic?

By Aykeh • February 12, 2026 at 1:05 pm EDT
History

This lesbian power couple ruled the Golden Age of Hollywood

This lesbian power couple ruled the Golden Age of Hollywood

Director Dorothy Arzner and choreographer Marion Morgan were collaborators and life partners for over 40 years

By Cody Corrall • February 11, 2026 at 4:26 pm EDT
On the Clock

Queer farmers are growing better futures

Queer farmers are growing better futures

For generations, LGBTQ2S+ people fled rural areas. Now, they’re putting down roots, farming with a focus on community and the environment

By Ghazal Azizi • February 10, 2026 at 3:07 pm EDT
On the Clock

Trans public service workers say Ontario’s return-to-office mandate puts them at risk

Trans public service workers say Ontario’s return-to-office mandate puts them at risk

Doug Ford has forced Ontario public servants back into the office. Trans workers fear the fallout

By Jacob Aron Leung • February 10, 2026 at 2:37 pm EDT
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