Where have all the spaces for queer women in Toronto gone?

From event spaces to parties, spaces for queer women in Toronto to gather, dance and meet one another have disappeared. Several of the city’s DJs, promoters and club owners talk about the many reasons why these spaces no longer exist.

Featuring:
· Lulu Wei, Filmmaker/DJ
· Carmen Elle, Former owner, Less Bar
· Bobby Valen, Former owner, The Henhouse
· Cici Czigler, DJ/Promoter
· William Lavinia, Event promoter/Performer
· Tania Morano, Promoter
· Myst Milano, DJ/Producer/Promoter
· Valerie Soo, DJ/Promoter
· Ace Dillinger, DJ
· DJ Cozmic Cat, DJ
· Denise Benson, DJ
· Mavis, DJ/Event promoter

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