When an anonymous "straw poll" ranked Lynelle Cantwell, a Newfoundland and Labrador teen, among the ugliest at her school, she was faced with a decision. She could respond in kind to the decidedly unkind comment or she could answer in a way that better reflected who she was as a person. She chose … [Read more...]
Homophobic Group Has Called For Boycott On American Girl Magazine
Hell hath no fury like a group of angry Conservative Christian mothers. And it turns out, even inoffensive, squeaky clean American Girl magazine is not safe from their wrath. The recent article in their November/December issue, has website, One Million Moms (1MM) begging parents to hide the … [Read more...]
Survey Ranks The Best And Worst Canadian Cities For Women
When it comes to living in our home and native land, I'd think most women would say we're quite happy as a whole. But as it turns out, quality of life for Canadian women can differ drastically from coast to coast. According to a new report, Victoria, Gatineau and Quebec City are the best cities … [Read more...]
10 Facts About The Newly Discovered Dino Wendiceratops
Scientists have discovered a striking new species of dinosaur that is sure to cause much excitement for even our littlest palaeontologists! Wendiceratops (WEN-dee-SARE-ah-TOPS) pinhornensis was discovered in southern Alberta near the border of Montana, USA. "Wendiceratops is a truly eye-catching … [Read more...]
#JustATampon Selfies Seek To End Stigma Around Periods
People have been ovary-acting (pun-intended) over periods ever since it was discovered that women got them every month. And frankly, it’s sad to think that even in 2015, discussions around menstruation and feminine hygiene products are kept so hush-hush because of the shame and embarrassment that’s … [Read more...]
“Abortion Tutorial” Shows What It’s Like To Have No Reproductive Rights
TRIGGER WARNING This article contains information about abortion and/or violence which may be triggering to some individuals. Your day should begin like any other. You go out for a morning walk to enjoy the nice weather, pick up the daily newspaper and then make your way to the nearest … [Read more...]
Was #CropTopDay About The Sexualization Of Teens, Or About Appropriateness?
Another day, another girl being told to "cover up" or "change" her "inappropriate outfit" in school. This week, it happened to Alexi Halket, a grade 12 student from Etobicoke School of the Arts in Toronto, ON. On Monday, the teen arrived in a patterned turquoise crop top, that bared her midriff … [Read more...]
Girl Scouts Welcomes Transgender Girls & Some People Aren’t Happy
It's already been a big year for the transgender community. And by the looks of it, it's just going to get better and better—all thanks to stories like this. In a big step towards equality, The Girl Scouts of America is welcoming all girls into it's ranks, including transgender girls. According … [Read more...]
Daughter Inspires Bully To Make Amends & Apologize 20 Years Later
Twenty years ago, bullying wasn't as much of a hot topic as it is in our society today. There weren't countless programs to teach kids why they shouldn't bully, organizations whose only aim is to help kids who are bullied or social media hashtags like #stopbullying, #noh8 and #wearedamo bringing … [Read more...]
Moncton Teen Speaks Out Against School’s “Unjust” Dress Code
A Moncton, N.B., teen is speaking out against her school's "unjust" dress code after getting detention for wearing a full length halter dress to school on Monday. The grade 12 student later received a one-day suspension after submitting an open letter complaining to her vice principal. Taking her … [Read more...]
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