Pig Girl : An Empowering Face For the Marginalized
Pig Girl explores the emotional strength of a kidnapping victim and the sister who wants to rescue her.
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OMG! Kate Davis Interview
Davis is not only funny and down to earth, but she has great tips on finding a bra for the more well endowed woman. Interview with the comedian here.
Photojournal: Pick Your Gifts at the Salon des Métiers d’Art
Still looking for one-of-a-kind gifts. The Salon des Métiers d’Art probably has something for you. Here are some of the vendors you can find there.
Don Cherry is back for more rock ‘em sock ‘em hockey
If you’re in Canada, there are surefire signs that December is upon us. Temperature goes sub-zero, there’s snow on the ground, Christmas trees are going up everywhere and [read on]
Through My Brown Gay Lens: STOP THIS WAR!
We are all fighting a challenging war on many fronts. Now is not the time for apathy.
The Glorious Sons: Growing Bigger and Getting Better
Interview with the Glorious Sons’ Brett Emmons on growth, success and songwriting
Film Review: Maman? Non Merci
Film about infrequently discussed topic about why women choose not to have children despite social pressure covered in film.
The Motorleague Check In From the Road
Dan Levander talks to Rampage about life on the road and the writing of their latest album.
Review: Guantanamo’s Child Omar Khadr
Film examines the story of Omar Khadr and how he goes from Guantanamo to Canada.
TUMIT : Absolutely Northern
One-woman production at the Mainline about breaking generational patterns evokes the ambiance and mood of the Canadian north.
Rock the Doc at the RIDM
With nearly two dozen films showing each day, it isn’t easy to pick what to see at the RIDM. Here are our choices.
Through my Brown Gay Lens : Merit(ocracy) in my name
The myth of equality and the reality of equality are two different things for a brown, gay immigrant and other peoples of colour.
Comedy Review: Open Michelle at the Comedy Nest
All women (or mostly) in monthly comedy stand-up show.
Through my Brown Gay Lens: The Big Vote – October 19th
Even if you don’t like your choices today, there’s no excuse for not voting.
Ron Evans: Teller, Teacher, Elder, Explainer
Métis elder Ron Evans doesn’t tell stories in a conventional sense.
State of Denial: Thought Provoking Reminder About Armenian Tragedy
Theatre season just got even better with this thoughtful and well-acted play about isolation, victims, and the Armenian genocide.
TO DO Tonight: #Imagine October 20th Concert
Concert to support and encourage voting in the upcoming election features some of Montreal’s most beloved musicians.
March and Vigil: Missing and Murdered Women
A large group of concerned individuals turned out to march in memory of the missing and murdered aboriginal women.
Interview with Rahul Varma : Writing The Armenian Genocide
Upcoming production at the Segal focuses on the Armenian Genocide. Interview with Rahul Varma about putting this tragedy into a play here.