Identity

I Couldn’t Embrace My Natural Hair Until I Unlearned Internalized Racism

For years, I refused to admit that I held Black hair at a lower standard than any other kind of hair

News

What Has Four Years Under a “Feminist” Government Done for Canadian Women?

Here’s what you need to know about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s track record with women before this fall’s federal election

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Health

My Boyfriend and I Couldn’t Afford Rent on Our Own…So We Asked My Parents to Move In

As home ownership feels increasingly out of reach, one millennial couple came up with a novel solution

A collage of photos of writer Madelyn Chung and her poh poh (grandmother) on a pink, green and blue background

Identity

The Death of My Poh Poh Made Me Wonder: How Do Chinese Families Deal With Grief?

When her grandmother passed away, Madelyn Chung was confused by her family’s reaction—or lack thereof

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Identity

For Black Lesbians, Artificial Nails Can Be an Important Signifier

“My mainstream isn’t going to be the same as a white lesbian’s mainstream,” says writer Kinsey Clarke

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Identity

I Used to Think Being a Lesbian Meant Giving Up My Love of Long Nails

If you haven’t caught on—or just need it confirmed—yes, it’s a sex thing.

Identity

“I Literally Don’t Fit into Chinese Beauty Standards”

Writer Amy Chyan considers Taiwan her home, but when she was there, she could rarely find clothes in her size

Beauty

How I Learned to Love the Dark Circles Under My Eyes

It certainly isn’t a step back to just straight-up love a good under-eye concealer. The freedom is in the decision on how you want to present yourself to the world

Millennial girl in glasses sitting at desk in home office on laptop

Identity

10 Things You Didn’t Learn in Your Intro to Business Class

Expert business advice from bosses who’ve been there

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Identity

“I Was Out in Real Life, But Not Online”

For writer Vanshika Dhawan, owning her sexuality in real life was easy. But typing the words, “I’m bisexual” on social media? Not so much

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Identity

What’s In Your Drag Bag?

9 Toronto queens and kings on what’s in their drag bags, tipping culture in Canada and hustling to make rent

Identity

9 Great Podcasts Hosted By Indigenous Women

You won’t be able to stop listening, trust us

A shot of a crowd at a Dyke March with the author in colour and everyone else in sepia tones

Identity

Why We Still Need Dyke Marches

Spaces meant specifically for lesbians are disappearing—but Dyke Marches are where we can come together

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Identity

PSA: It’s Okay If Your Sexuality and Gender Are Complicated

Mine are—and embracing that has been liberating

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Identity

7 Indigenous Designers Redefining Traditional Accessories

These statement earrings, beaded patches and elegant rings helped me reclaim my identity and understand my culture

Identity

Why I’m Not Laughing About That Straight Pride Parade

Sure, those Boston bros look silly—but they’re a good reminder that it would be *very* easy to backslide on gay rights

A crowd at a small Pride parade holding rainbow flags

Identity

6 Small (but Mighty) Canadian Pride Parades

Pride events in these communities can be especially meaningful

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