Thousands hit the streets for 2019 Calgary Pride Parade
Thousands packed downtown Calgary to watch the 2019 Pride Parade on Sunday. The event shut down streets from the East Village over to Eau Claire. Continue reading
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Brave beginnings of Calgary Pride and gay rights movement
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Pioneers and historians takes us back in time to give an in-depth look at the gay history in Calgary. Here’s a look at the places where the gay rights movement all started. Continue reading
Southern Alberta arts and culture organizations get $111 M from feds
Three dozen arts organizations and festivals in Southern Alberta will receive funds totalling $1.45 million. Continue reading
50 years apart: 2 people from different generations share transgender experiences
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Two people who transitioned at very different points in their lives opened up about their personal journeys. Donna came out as transgender when she was 60 and was married with children. Izzy came out when she was 10. Continue reading
Research documents Calgarian’s journey of gender voice transition
By Jill Croteau Reporter
A Calgary research project that has turned into a theatrical performance is highlighting gender voice transition. The creators hope their journey amplifies change. Continue reading
Alberta’s dismantled conversion therapy working group leading Calgary Pride Parade
Members of a now-dismantled conversion therapy working group will be serving as parade marshals at the 2019 Calgary Pride Parade. Continue reading
Calgary drag kings vying for place in spotlight: ‘It’s a man’s world’
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Drag queens are a part of popular culture but drag kings are fighting for the same recognition, while making a bigger statement off stage. Continue reading
Fearing for their lives, Serbian gay couple seeks refuge in Calgary
By Jill Croteau Reporter
A couple from Serbia living in Calgary quite literally took on the fight for their lives as they struggled to be recognized for who they are. Their journey led them to Canada. Continue reading
Calgary police charge man after Pride crosswalk vandalism
Calgary police have some strong words for the people who vandalized the city’s Pride and trans Pride crosswalks on Stephen Avenue, saying messages of hate won’t be tolerated by CPS. Continue reading
Calgary’s Pride crosswalk vandalized for a 2nd time in under a week
The Pride crosswalk on Stephen Avenue was defaced for the second time in under a week. The incident is leaving Calgarians wondering where the hate is coming from. Continue reading