Our Stories

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Enjoy this ever growing collection of coming out stories shared by the people of our community!

New stories from
Norm P.     Michael G.

Ally Cats

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Without our hetero-allies, our LGBTQ community would be a very lonely and small place.  We celebrate our allies and offer thanks for all you beautiful people who went on the journey with us and loved and accepted us just as we are.  
Why I'm an Ally - by Natalie Muise

Braided Views
Straight talk from a Queer Community. 
An advice column with a twist!
Incurable Gay - my dad thinks its a choice...wtf?
This Stinks!- body odour abounds...help!!
Blinking Gaydar - is my papa a bear? 

Fairy Tales
Part Two of a series of a gay man's reflection of his youth. By Matt C
Part II          Part I

Count your Blessings - Dylan Grant 
Have you ever really thought about the profundity of your existence, and how lucky you really are? On dark, sleepless nights has it ever all just "sunk in" No? Well, let me help you with that... full story

Life is Precious - Laurie Murray
I woke up this morning feeling good. I was prepared to go about my day as I always do. Shower, Facebook, work, coffee, coffee, coffee, home, However, I was struck square in the gut when I went on Facebook this morning. full story

Home is where the heart is 
Joan Laing's view of Sydney, Cape Breton 

To Baby with Love

Miranda Livingstone shares with us her thoughts for her yet-to-born son. Read her touching letter to him here.

The Band Shell Players

It is our pleasure to promote live outdoor theatre in our community! Learn more about this exciting new venture here!

Poetry & Patter