What is the Binary (and Why Should You Care)?
The gender binary isn't "more natural," universal or pre-ordained. It’s a script that we’re allowed to rewrite. Every year on July 14, we mark International Non-Binary People’s Day, a day ...
Beyond the Rainbow: Allyship Beyond Pride Month
Every June, the world gets a little more colourful. Pride Month brings parades, events, panel talks and a tidal wave of rainbow merch. For a few weeks, 2SLGBTQ+ communities are ...
Let’s Talk About Menstrual Hygiene Day
Every year on May 28, the world recognizes Menstrual Hygiene Day. The mission of Menstrual Hygiene Day is “to create a period friendly world.” It’s a day that advocates for ...
How to Support Your Child Through Puberty, Identity and Change: Tips from a Counsellor
Learning how to support your child through puberty and identity changes can feel overwhelming. Most parents want to be affirming and present for their kids, but in a society that ...
National Volunteer Week: Celebrating Committed Volunteers and Welcoming Those to Come
National Volunteer Week is an annual week to recognize and celebrate the impact volunteerism has on our communities. This year, it runs from April 27 to May 3. As it ...
Adolescence, Teenagers, Masculinity and WiseGuyz: Changing the Conversation
Netflix’s new miniseries Adolescence has struck a nerve – and for good reason. The show explores the fallout of a devastating crime committed by 13-year-old Jamie, who struggles with mental ...
Talking to Your Kids About Sex: Why, When and How
When it comes to conversations about sex, many parents feel unsure about where to start, especially with younger children. Some might even question whether these discussions are necessary, assuming ...
Accelerating Action on International Women’s Day
In 1975, the United Nations officially designated March 8 as International Women’s Day (IWD). The annual event celebrates the advancement of women’s rights, but also highlights that we have a ...
Boundaries: Not Just for Relationships
Workplace Boundaries for Safer, More Inclusive Environments At the Centre for Sexuality, we often talk about the value of boundaries in personal and intimate relationships. But knowing and sticking ...
Helping Guyz be Wise Across Canada: Expanding the WiseGuyz Program
For 15 years, WiseGuyz has been offering young men the tools and skills to engage in healthy relationships, strengthen social connections and cope with negative emotions. Demand for the ...