intertwined with the rich, progressive history of Toronto’s queer community. From a small gathering of dedicated activists fighting for their right to love and be seen, to clashes with the government and police, to the vibrant celebration we know today, Pride has been a long time in the ...
Andrea adds that the Pride Parade “is also an opportunity for friends, families and colleagues showcase support for the community and be a part of a momentous event.” As one of the most-attended Pride Parades in the world, Pride Toronto 2023 is sure to be one of the biggest celebrations...
One of North America’s leading gay destinations, Toronto has been holding Pride observances since the ’70s. The Pride parade draws more than 1.2 million spectators and participants annually, making it one of the top such draws in the world. The cinema is located in the Church & Wellesley ...
Io Capitano (2023) • • Juliet Of The Spirits (crit) • • Juliet Of The Spirits (crit) • Kaos • Kapo (crit.-eah) • Keys To The House, The • • Kidnapped (1974 Rabid Dogs) • • Kidnapped (1974 Rabid Dogs) • • Kidnapped (2023): Abduction...
Expect fierce laughs and fabulous standup at theGay AF Comedy Pride-Stravaganza(June 22, 2024), a comedy showcase that includes JFL andCanada’s Drag Racealumni like Clif Knight, Tamara Shevon, Heather Mariko, Robert Watson and Mickey Dykeman. ...
There is no question that in the past few years, gay rights have been at the forefront. The explosion of the pride movement and changing legislature catalyzed by a proactive federal and provincial government have set the stage for mass social acceptance of anybody regardless of gender, race, ag...
Over the past few weeks, Target has been under fire for selling Pride-themed merchandise. This controversy comes after a similar one with Bud Light in which the company partnered with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. This isn't the first Bass has found himself in hot water. Back in Apri...
The Boots dancefloor during a 1990s Pride weekend event. Photo courtesy of Casey McNeill. Article originally published September 17, 2013 by The Grid online (thegridto.com). One of the largest and longest-lasting gay dance clubs in Toronto, this Sherbourne Street super-club went through a numb...
Go-Go Men built on the success that St. Bass and host/promoter Steven Wong had had with Boys Night Out on Thursdays at the Boom, and would become Toronto’s biggest gay weekly. While Wednesdays took a few weeks to build, they would soon attract crowds of 600-1,000 party boys, fashion...