VOLUME 49, ISSUE 11 — 2SLGBTQI+ Celebration (November 28, 2022)
Queer communities speak out against police chief-elect’s record of violence
Future Toronto Chief of Police’s record of violating queer women and gender-non-conforming individuals rights breaches the 2SLGBTQI+ community’s trust.
On December 19, 2022, Myron Demkiw will be taking over the Chief of Police position at Toronto Police Services (TPS)….
Transgender people face discriminatory treatment
In both the US and Canada, transgender inmates have had their rights violated, as prison systems place them in gender-divided cells that do not match their gender identities.
Nikita Dragun, a transgender woman and an influencer, “was arrested and held in a men’s unit of a Miami jail”…
The UTMSU introduces its plans for a winter lobby week
In their annual general meeting, the UTMSU reviewed the previous year’s initiatives and introduced its lobby week event for UTM students to chime in on what needs to be improved upon.
On November 24, 2022, the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union (UTMSU) held its annual general meeting (AGM) in Deerfield…
Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan: A step towards equality
After two years of consultations and deliberation, the Canadian government releases its plan to improve inclusivity, recognize diversity, and quell 2SLGBTQI+ discrimination across Canada.
On August 28, 2022, the federal government released Canada’s first Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan. The plan aimed at improving rights…
Sexually and gender diverse youths face higher rates of bullying in Canada
Studies released by Statistics Canada reveal the prevalence of bullying and stigma among 2SLGBTQI+ youths, as experts advocate for increased awareness and support.
On October 18, 2022, Statistics Canada released a study bringing attention to the vast amount of bullying that sexually and…
November News Briefs
FIFA participants consider legal action over “OneLove” armband ban Seven national teams participating in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar…
Editorial: Welcoming you as you are
At The Medium, your voice is heard.
The first and most fundamental role of The Medium is to put student voices on display for all to see….
From Liz, With Love: Losing friends in the name of love
Dear Liz, I’ve been seeing a lot of betrayal in the name of love lately. Friends turning on friends to get…
The dangers of queerbaiting
Understanding the importance of recognizing queerbaiting can help prevent the invasion of privacy of individuals and the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
“Queerbaiting” is a danger at the centre of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Queerbaiting refers to the use of the 2SLGBTQI+ community…
You’ve heard of “green-washing,” now let me introduce you to “rainbow-washing”
It’s no surprise that corporations are doing the bare minimum while monetizing support for the 2SLGBTQI+ community and getting away with it.
Just before June, Pride Month, corporations race to change their profile pictures and social media branding to embrace the 2SLGBTQI+…
Let’s tackle biphobia and bi-negativity
Being bisexual comes with a unique set of mental health challenges but hoping for acceptance isn't a lost cause.
To me, love is warm, gentle, comfortable, and peaceful. It feels like a safety blanket on a stormy night. It…
A love letter to sapphic love
An inside perspective of the ethereal qualities of sapphic relationships.
“I hate it when dudes try to chase me But I love it when you try to save me ‘Cause…
2SLGBTQI+ acceptance, safety, and education with OUT@UTM
The Medium sits down with OUT@UTM president, Dishika Vaswani, to discuss the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces on campus.
In the first full year of in-person learning since the pandemic, being surrounded by people on campus can feel lonely…
The tension between heteronormative expectations and disability
Professor Zoe Wool speaks about the impacts of heteronormativity and ableism on veteran and queer bodies.
In 2017, for her paper titled “In-durable Sociality: Precarious Life in Common and the Temporal Boundaries of the Social,” Professor…
Here’s what happens when Pride and the Caribbean diaspora intersect
Professor R. Cassandra Lord speaks about how the Pelau MasQUEERade helps disrupt normative notions of Pride by creating a space for queer people of colour.
Professor R. Cassandra Lord’s upcoming book “Performing Queer Diasporas: Friendships, Proximities, and intimacies in Pride Parades” focuses on Pelau MasQUEERade,…
My Policeman: A dull yet devastating gay drama
Starring Harry Styles, the film offers a meditation on shame, deception, and misplaced hope.
Spoiler warning: this article discusses scenes from My Policeman. Released earlier this month on Prime Video, Michael Grandage’s second directorial feature…
Bros—a realistic representation of gay romance
Nicholas Stoller’s film depicts societal issues that continue to repress queer individuals.
Spoiler warning: this article discusses scenes from Bros. The comedy film Bros, directed by Nicholas Stoller, recently premiered at the…
Five 2SLGBTQI+ artists that use their music to tell impactful stories
Exploring some new and up-in-coming creatives that are worth the listen.
Finding a reflection of yourself in the art you enjoy is a wonderful feeling. If you need some new music,…
How the “female gaze” presents itself in queer literature
Classic literature persists through individuals who revive old works in modern ways. In her novel The Song of Achilles, author…
Valentine Leger on his new play in production and queerness
A discussion on identity, queer experiences, and transgender representation in theatre.
Theatre kids are often stereotyped as being “those loud Broadway lovers that sing in public.” At the University of Toronto…
Considering transgender health outcomes
Detransitioners’ marginalized experiences with gender-affirming care impart nuanced insight into the psychological and physical effects of transitioning.
Many universities actively strive to become more inclusive by providing student members of the trans community with wellness resources and…
Celebrating three transgender athletes and their achievements
Competing in Olympic-level competitions, these athletes are setting new records while advocating for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals in sports.
In recent years, transgender-identifying athletes have been seen as role models for members of 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Setting personal and world-records,…
The need to embrace more gender-diverse participation in university athletics
University sports mimic wider exclusionary sport structures, and thereby their flaws and barriers as well.
Historically, sports have categorized athletes into two leagues: men and women. This binary fails to consider athletes with non-normative gender…