LGBTQ+

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…

Lesbian dating apps are a barren wasteland

It’s also embarrassingly routine to match with the same queers over and over again on different apps. At some points it feels like you’ve probably seen people’s entire camera rolls…

FEM-EXPO is replacing SEXPO this year

“Expect a lot of fun and playful conversation about feminism and sex positivity,” said Goodacre, adding that “it’s always been incredibly fun and freeing. It’s a great event.”

UVic is home to the world’s largest Trans+ archive 

Hidden in the McPherson Library is a treasure trove of queer and Trans+ culture and history. Unknown to many students,  Special Collections is home to the Transgender Archives, the largest…

June may be almost over, but Pride events in Victoria are not 

Celebrate pride with the Big Gay Dog Walk around the Gorge Waterway on July 3 at 5:30 p.m. in Banfield Park. Before the walk, there will be a dog costume…

‘Love Lies Bleeding’: A queer love story with a dark twist 

Sex, drugs, muscles, and murder is what to expect with the new lesbian thriller Love Lies Bleeding. Directed and co-written by Rose Glass and the latest A24 production, this ‘80s…

Why ‘Glee’ needs to make a comeback

Glee was more than just a silly show about teenagers breaking out into cringy musical numbers — it was a cultural phenomenon. The show brought a new age of inclusivity.

Five queer love songs for Valentine’s Day

Here’s a playlist of five songs by queer artists to listen to whether or not you’ve got someone to cozy up to this Valentine’s Day.