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Kirra Christine is changing narratives one erotic collage at a time

Meet the local artist reframing queer identities through her work Kirra Christine, artist name “Hundred Acre Goods,” is a multimedia artist whose work centres around identity and tenderness. She creates…

Where, oh where, are the gays to go out?

Friends of Dorothy is perfect: small in a cozy way, with tables to sit at so you can get drinks with friends and hang out. There are drag shows scheduled…

Tattoos are gender affirming care

“It’s definitely an act of resistance. It’s an act of joy and care. It’s not only self-care, but it is communal care to be visible in public,” Salisbury said, adding…

The covert and innovative history of vibrators

You might have heard of the myth that vibrators were invented by doctors treating female hysteria. You may have even seen it play out on the big screen in the…

UVic’s sex playlist is live and libidinous

With the release of the Martlet's annual Sex & Gender issue, we teamed up with CFUV101.9FM to make UVic's sex playlist — featuring 100+ students' best getting-it-on jams. We know…

Landmark environmental ruling in Peru aided by Canadian-Peruvian documentary, UVic law faculty

Despite the positive ruling, the fight for the Marañón is not over. Now, Canaquiri and her organization are asking the Peruvian government to actually implement the court’s ruling. Boyd said…

Let’s talk about sex (therapy) 

“People talk about sex when things are going well — when it's a point of pride. But for a lot of people, it’s not. As a clinician, I say this…

Victoria was crowned Canada’s sexiest city, and no one is surprised

“I think Victoria is a very sexy city, especially because so many people here have amazing style,” said UVic student Rae. “Especially on campus, walking around, everybody is slaying, everybody…

Meet Dr. Dick, the Lək̓ʷəŋən artist behind UVic’s newest banners

“My artwork, a lot of the time, has to do with the environment, or the ecosystem. At the time of reconciliation, I would hope that it creates understanding. It would…

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