By Jenn Gorrie, November 19 2020—
Basic Income Calgary, part of the Basic Income Canada network, debuted an online art exhibit in September entitled Basic Income Through the Lens of the Disabled, Deaf, and Mad, highlighting the work of ten … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, October 30 2020—
Halloween is by far the best holiday when it comes to the selection of films as there are several genres to choose from. Anything paranormal can tickle your spine as it may leave you thinking … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, October 19 2020—
The celebration of Pride for this year has looked quite different not only in Calgary, but around the world, making most assume that COVID-19 restrictions are the culprit. Surprisingly enough, despite having to practice … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, August 19 2020—
With COVID-19 regulations affecting many businesses, Twisted Element, well-known as Calgary’s LGBTQ+ nightclub, has re-opened their kitchen in an attempt to stay active as an establishment.
Now known as Twisted Pride Pub, the Queer-friendly space … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, July 23 2020—
Affirming Connections, an organization that focuses on LGBTQ+ inclusion within faith communities, held its first online fundraiser on July 18, offering RAAAAR: A Variety Show. Radical Artists and Activists Against Racism (RAAAAR) showcased BIPOC … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, July 8 2020—
With the cancellation of events throughout the city due to Covid-19, the Calgary Stampede was a major casualty in the list of festivals many Calgarians were looking forward to attending over the summer.
Fortunately, … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, July 6 2020—
To show support for the Black Lives Matter movement, tattoo artists in Calgary have taken steps to reconsider the way they tattoo and how it can be more inclusive for Black, Indigenous and People of … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, July 1 2020—
Editor’s Note: Interviews were conducted via email. Content has been edited to reflect Canadian Press Style but the word choices and spelling of words that reflect the voice of the interviewee has been left largely … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, June 6 2020—
The death of George Floyd garnered attention from around the world including thousands of Calgarians that have been participating this past week in the Black Lives Matter movement.
Despite Covid-19 and the rules surrounding social … Read the rest
By Jenn Gorrie, February 6 2020—
There has always been somewhat of a stigma attached to online dating, as those who present themselves on the internet were once considered to be desperate or rather naïve. Instead of using these terms … Read the rest
