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Stonewall Museum Mobilizing to Defend Public Education
Stonewall Museum Mobilizing to Defend Public Education

The Stonewall National Museum’s 2025 SNEP Symposium returns to Fort Lauderdale this October, rallying educators, advocates, and families to protect inclusive public education amid mounting political threats.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJuly 14, 2025
Judy Garland and that night at Stonewall
Judy Garland and that night at Stonewall

Are you a friend of Dorothy?

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJuly 13, 2025
What is a T-Dance?
What is a T-Dance?

You’ve never heard of a T-dance? Learn the history of this unique event and what to expect when you go -

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJuly 9, 2025
Debunking the Pillars of Trans Exclusion
Debunking the Pillars of Trans Exclusion

Many arguments used to exclude trans people from 2SLGBTQ+ spaces are based on widely repeated but unsupported claims.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJune 30, 2025
Lesbian Organizers Push Back Against U.K. Ruling That Excludes Trans Women
Lesbian Organizers Push Back Against U.K. Ruling That Excludes Trans Women

From underground parties to Pride marches and zine publications, lesbian communities are building new strategies to protect trans inclusion and solidarity.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJune 19, 2025
Monthly Queer Grief Circle
Monthly Queer Grief Circle

A supportive online grief group for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals processing death loss, held monthly and facilitated by a queer-identified counsellor.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJune 18, 2025Grief, Support
The Empire Inside: Watching Andor as a Queer Activist 
The Empire Inside: Watching Andor as a Queer Activist 

In Andor’s layered story of rebellion, I saw my own: grief forged by identity, resilience shaped by exile, and a quiet, persistent hope that even amidst fatigue and loss, resistance remains an act of love.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJune 17, 2025Personal Story
How Do I Come Out to My Children? A Real Talk Guide for Parents Coming Out Later in Life
How Do I Come Out to My Children? A Real Talk Guide for Parents Coming Out Later in Life

Wondering, “How do I come out to my children?” This honest and gentle guide helps parents come out with confidence, care, and real-life tips from someone who gets it.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCJune 10, 2025
Sapphic Dating App HER acquired by Match
Sapphic Dating App HER acquired by Match

HER, a major dating and social platform for queer women and sapphic users, has been acquired by Match Group, the largest online dating company in the world.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCMay 22, 2025
The Real Risks in Public Restrooms—And Who Faces Them
The Real Risks in Public Restrooms—And Who Faces Them

Some people fear trans women in public bathrooms—but is that fear supported by evidence? We look at what the data says, who’s really at risk, and what better solutions look like.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCMay 5, 2025
What is WOKE: A Plain Language History and Analysis
What is WOKE: A Plain Language History and Analysis

The word 'woke' has shifted from meaning social awareness to becoming a political weapon. I wanted to know why. We start wtih its history, changing meanings, and how it is used to create division — and end with what individuals can do about it.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCApril 25, 2025
What is DEI anyhow and Why Does It Matter?
What is DEI anyhow and Why Does It Matter?

Let’s look at Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, its history, and its impact on marginalized communities, including recent policy changes in Canada and the U.S.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCApril 15, 2025
Neverway: Horror Meets Life Sim in local Indie RPG
Neverway: Horror Meets Life Sim in local Indie RPG

In Vancouver-based indie game Neverway, you play as a young woman who quits her dead-end job and moves to a remote island farm – only to become the “immortal herald of a dead god.”

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCApril 11, 2025Indie Games
Places to Volunteer in Vancouver and BC - A Quick 2SLGBTQiA+ Guide
Places to Volunteer in Vancouver and BC - A Quick 2SLGBTQiA+ Guide

Volunteers can do anything from taking tickets and stamping hands, to moving objects, to sitting on committees to help with planning. Small things. Big things. Every little bit helps and while you're contributing to your community, guess what? You'll be meeting new and interesting people.

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MagazineSophia KellyApril 1, 2025
What is the full acronym for 2SLGBTQQIPAA?
What is the full acronym for 2SLGBTQQIPAA?

When I asked Google for the most common question people asked about the queer community, many asked about the acronym we often use. What is it, why do we use it, and what do the initials represent?

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCApril 1, 2025
Union Members Stand Up in Defense of Transgender Rights
Union Members Stand Up in Defense of Transgender Rights

North America’s Labor Movement was founded on the principle that collective action is the ultimate tool to deliver justice. Guided by this fundamental truth since chartering in 2013, it has been the singular focus at UFCW OUTreach to uplift and unite ALL working people, regardless of who they love, how they identify, or where they were born.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCMarch 25, 2025
Handfasting Might be the Perfect Ceremony for your Spring Wedding
Handfasting Might be the Perfect Ceremony for your Spring Wedding

Handfasting is a promise ritual where a couple's hands are joined with a ribbon or cord, symbolizing their unity and love. Learn how it might be perfect for your ceremony.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCMarch 1, 2025
How a novel about the future convinced me to switch to Bluesky
How a novel about the future convinced me to switch to Bluesky

Bluesky is a decentralized, community-driven social media platform that offers a safer alternative to Twitter, especially for the 2SLGBTQiA+ community.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCFebruary 21, 2025
New Initiative: Inclusive Peoples Coalition
New Initiative: Inclusive Peoples Coalition

A new grassroots organization in Surrey, BC, dedicated to supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and promoting inclusion through advocacy, resource sharing, and community engagement.

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MagazineWhat's On Queer BCFebruary 17, 2025
Queer Submission Calls for Writers
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.

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Magazine, Book LaunchWhat's On Queer BCFebruary 16, 2025
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