THE MAGAZINE
2SLGBTQiA+ Issues that matter
Uncovering the Untold: The Walking Tour Bringing Vancouver’s Queer History Out of the Closet
It’s time for Vancouver’s secrets to come out of the closet. From drag kings and two spirit warriors, to queer church ministers and transgender crime fighters, this walking tour is a celebration of the unsung heroes who forever changed the social fabric of our city.
Public Disco's Iconic PRIDE Block Party Returns to Mount Pleasant & is Almost Sold Out
Public Disco's Pride Block Party returns to Mount Pleasant on Saturday, August 1, marking 10 years of the non-profit's journey of turning unconventional urban spaces into pop-up dance-floors. Tickets are already 80% sold out.
Crowdfunding for Trans Girls: Raw & Uncut
A Vancouver comedy show has launched a crowdfunding campaign to finance a feature film documenting the community behind North America’s only regular stand-up event for trans women. Here’s how you can help.
New Autistic Queer and Trans Peer Group
The Autistic Queer & Trans Peer Group, hosted by Canucks Autism Network, provides a regular, supportive space dedicated specifically to Autistic queer, trans, and questioning adults. No official diagnosis required.
How this queer elder plans to celebrate Vancouver Pride 2026
Because there are many of us elders out there, given the baby boom bubble and all, I thought I would outline my Pride dance card and maybe it will help you with your own planning.
Celebrate Pride - Your Way
Often, Pride is presented as a riotous, colorful party, but for many in the queer community, that feels overwhelming or unattainable. Don't worry! There are so many ways to celebrate Pride. Here are a few suggestions.
Queer Submission Calls for Writers
Do you have stories in your pocket? Have you promised yourself you’ll send them into a publisher in 2025? Here’s a grand list calls for submission and contests for the lgbtq2si+ community. Updatd monthly.
Say ‘No’ to AI Data Centres in Vancouver
Join us in protesting against the ai data centres being proposed for Vancouver. June 27th at 1:00 pm starting at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Little Sister's Book Store Featured on Canada Post Stamp
Canada Post has unveiled a new stamp honouring Vancouver's Little Sister’s Book, Clothing and Intimate Wellness Store as part of its Places of Pride series.
2SLGBTQiA+ Youth Camp - Camp Jubilee
A fun, supportive, and affirming space where young people can build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy classic camp activities in a welcoming environment.
Kalamazoo: Michigan's Most Welcoming Hidden Gem
Nestled in the heart of southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo is a city that surprises you. Equal parts creative, cultured, and community-driven, it carries an energy that feels honest and quietly forward-thinking.
Motherland: Fort Salem fan convention: “City Drop” debuts this Fall
This October, Vancouver—the very city where the Bellweather Unit came to life—will host City Drop, the first-ever dedicated Motherland: Fort Salem fan convention in North America.
Gay4Choir Pride Festival Chorus
Sing your heart out with the Gay4Choir Pride Festival Chorus in Victoria BC! Join our sonic queer community for 5 weekly rehearsals starting June 1, culminating in a joyful performance at the Victoria Pride Festival.
New Era for Little Sister’s: Iconic Queer Bookstore Sold to Impact Investor
Little Sister’s Book & Art Emporium, the historic Vancouver bookstore that survived bombings and took a landmark censorship battle to the Supreme Court, has been sold to B.C. impact investor Parm Gill.
Bass Coast: Radical Care and Harm Reduction Led by Stacey Forrester
Bass Coast Harm Reduction lead Stacey Forrester facilitates a program of radical care and clinical-grade safety that centers the lived experiences of 2SLGBTQiA+ attendees, artists, and crew.
Celebrating Lesbian Visibility Week 2026
In honour of Lesbian Visibility Week 2026 let’s get to know a few movers and shakers, both local in through history.
The Legend of the Lesbian Toaster
From Anita Bryant’s attacks to Ellen’s sitcom, the legend of the lesbian toaster is proof that the community always gets the last laugh.
What It Looks Like When Parents Really Show Up
A parent’s process deserves support, but it is not their child’s job to hold it; true affirmation happens when a parent does the private, difficult work of reckoning with their own fears so that their child is free to simply be themselves.
Your Venus Sign: A Cosmic Guide to Love and Connection
Love is in the air! What does your Venus sign reveal about the unique energy you bring to romance and relationships?
What Holds Us: On relationship, resistance, and the revolution that begins within
Clayre Sessoms reflects on the exhaustion of navigating biased systems and why communal connection, rather than just clinical care, is what truly sustains the 2SLGBTQiA+ community.