Gender-neutrality is common sense
Behaving like the gender police won’t help the epidemic of violence facing gender-nonconforming children.
LGBTTQ*
Inclusion of queer people of colour in Pride parades is long overdue
On June 17, four black protesters – one of whom identifies as transgender – were arrested at the Columbus Pride Parade in Ohio. The activists…
Pride has lost sight of queer liberation
Pride has delegitimized its role as a political force, ignoring a rich history of activism in favour of embracing meek incrementalism.
Solidarity in Sisterhood
UMSU LGBTTQ*, Aboriginal representative positions filled
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) finally has a full slate of community representatives after filling its LGBTTQ* and Aboriginal students’ rep positions at…
Every Teacher Project takes a closer look at LGBTQ inclusion among Canada’s educators
While most teachers are supportive of providing LGBTQ education to students, very few are given the tools to do so, according to Catherine Taylor, who…
Weighing in on reserved gym times
The latest controversial suggestion arising from the more progressive elements of our campus has come in the form of a proposal for exclusive gym hours…
Reserved hours for women, non-binary people make our gym facilities more accessible
Several universities across Canada have initiated exclusive gym hours for women and non-binary people in order to promote safer spaces on campus and equitable participation….
U of M to host first ever LGBTTQI* homecoming event
The University of Manitoba’s LGBTTQI* alumni (UMqueer) community will host its first-ever event Friday, dubbed “Queers, Cheers and Homecoming Years.” The event will coincide with…
I refuse to be a target
In the aftermath of Orlando, we must work harder to prevent the horrific consequences of homophobia and transphobia.