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An Epiphany, With Pride

Michael Coren's faith has taken him many places. This summer, for the first time, it will take him to Pride. Here's why.

By Michael Coren Feb. 23rd, 4:30 pm

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Prime Minister, Premier, and Mayor to Participate in Pride

Top Canadian political leaders are making history in the most fabulous of ways.

By Erica Lenti Feb. 22nd, 5:00 pm

Toronto Schools Still Have Progress to Make For LGBTQ Students

West coasters may be lagging behind Toronto’s queer education policies—but our city has more work to do.

By Erica Lenti Jan. 27th, 4:40 pm

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The New Sex-Ed Curriculum Could Have Changed My High School Career

A personal reflection on why the new sex-ed curriculum matters.

By Erica Lenti Dec. 2nd, 9:00 am

Why Making Transgender Reassignment Surgeries More Accessible Matters

Proposed trans healthcare legislation provides a welcome change.

By Erica Lenti Nov. 18th, 9:00 am

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Historicist: The Egging of Yonge Street

During the 1970s, crowds gathered on Yonge Street on Halloween to engage in homophobic revelry.

By Jamie Bradburn Oct. 24th, 12:15 pm

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Spotted: Protest Outside of the Consulate General of Jamaica

By Sarah Duong Aug. 5th, 3:00 pm

Photo Gallery: The Best of Pride 2015

A look back on Pride 2015 in photos.

By Sarah Duong Jun. 29th, 4:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: A Tale of Two Prides

A look at how Pride exploded in size in the 1990s.

By Jamie Bradburn Jun. 25th, 1:00 pm

Scene: 2015 AIDS Candlelight Vigil

In a moving vigil, hundreds gathered in an annual ceremony to remember the thousands of Torontonians who have passed away from HIV/AIDS.

By David Hains Jun. 24th, 11:15 am

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Queer Author Faces Backlash for Children’s Pride Book

A 28-page LGBTQ-themed ABC book has fired up controversy among the school board and parents.

By Erica Lenti Jun. 23rd, 1:15 pm

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Inside Canada’s First LGBTQ Transitional Housing Program

After 10 long years of battling for a homeless shelter for LGBTQ youth, advocates will see their work come to fruition this summer.

By Erica Lenti Mar. 19th, 9:00 am

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NDP Bill Could End Youth Conversion Therapy in Ontario

A new bill aims to put an end to funding so-called conversion therapy for LGBTQ youth.

By Erica Lenti Mar. 12th, 3:30 pm

Historicist: I Sing The Body Politic

As Xtra winds down its print edition, a look at the pioneering gay journal that spawned it.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 14th, 3:00 pm

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Shining a Light on the Lives of Ontario’s LGBT Police Officers

New study examines the challenges facing LGBT cops—and the changes being made in the province's police services.

By Sarah Sweet Sep. 8th, 4:00 pm

WorldPride 2014: Dyke March

Lesbian, bisexual, and queer women took to the streets for the event.

By Graeme Bayliss • Photos by Corbin SmithJun. 30th, 10:18 am

WorldPride 2014: Trans March

Thousands gathered for the biggest trans march in Canadian history.

By Graeme Bayliss • Photos by Corbin SmithJun. 30th, 10:10 am

Historicist: Revealing Fictions

Bestselling author Mazo de la Roche's private life with Caroline Clement.

By Kevin Plummer Jun. 28th, 12:30 pm