Days of Recognition

Pansexual Pride Day is the second of two similar events in the 2SLGBTQIA+ ‘calendar,’ so to speak, coming after Pansexual and Panromantic Visibility Day on May 24th.

Content Warning: this article contains a discussion of gender-based violence. Please take care of yourself if you choose to read. November 25th is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, a day that has become excruciatingly relevant in recent years […]

Transgender Awareness Week is observed annually from November 13th to November 19th. Canada has made strides in recognizing trans rights, but there’s still a lot of work to do.

We discuss the history of International Pronouns Day, the use of pronouns in languages around the world, and how language is being adapted to include non-binary folks.

October 8th is International Lesbian Day, a day to celebrate the history, impact, and beautiful diversity of the Lesbian community, uplift their voices and reaffirm our commitment to supporting Lesbians throughout the entire year. The origins of the word ‘Lesbian’ can be traced back to ancient Greece, where the lyric poet Sappho lived on the […]

September 23rd is an occasion to learn about the history of the Bi+ community, celebrate its vibrancy and diversity, and uplift the voices of all those who identify with any label under the Bisexual+ umbrella.

Never has the need been more pressing to continue the work in the fight for women’s equality. Around the world, women’s rights are under attack. In many countries across the globe women’s rights are being suppressed and many anti-feminist policies are being passed. Therefore, on August 26 celebrate Women’s Equality Day by educating yourself about […]

Trey Anthony Trey Anthony is an award-winning playwright, performer, and producer best known for her television series and play Da Kink in My Hair. Dr. OmiSoore Dryden, PhD is the fourth James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies and the first queer person to occupy the position.

On June 12th we remember the 49 people who were killed and 53 others who were injured in a mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, in 2016. The event aims to honour the victims of this tragedy, as well as raise awareness […]