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Connor Storrie, left, and Hudson Williams in a scene from ‘Heated Rivalry.’ (Bell Media)

January 15, 2026

Heated Rivalry scores for queer visibility — but also exposes the limits of representation

Adam Davies, University of Guelph

‘Heated Rivalry’ could signal crucial queer representation during a politically dangerous time.

A student holds a ‘Free Palestine’ sign at a rally at the University of Texas April 24, 2024, in Austin, Texas, one of many gatherings following the arrest of more than 100 demonstrators at Columbia University protesting Israel’s war in Gaza. (Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-Statesman via AP)

April 25, 2024

As campus protests escalate surrounding the Israel‑Gaza war, Ontario’s Bill 166 is not the answer

Adam Davies, University of Guelph and Zuhra Abawi, Niagara University

Ontario’s Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act threatens to undermine university autonomy, and could serve to censor critical thinking and dissent on campuses.

Participants at the Montréal Pride Celebrations a decade ago. Researchers say there is an overemphasis on muscular and ‘masculine’ bodies in gay communities. Shutterstock

December 9, 2019

10‑year Challenge reveals femmephobia in gay communities

Adam Davies, University of Guelph and Rhea Ashley Hoskin, Queen's University, Ontario

For many gay men, social media and dating apps are hotbeds of body image struggles and rising toxic masculinity – the recent ‘10-year-challenge’ on Instagram showcases this femmephobia.

On TV shows, father and sons often embark on an adventurous camping trip like this one in Bonaventure, Canada. Alex Guillaume / Unsplash

June 12, 2019

What does it mean to be a good father to your son? Hint: It’s a lot more than playing ball

Adam Davies, University of Toronto

What does it mean to be a good father to your son? Drop the traditionally masculine roles and embrace your emotions.

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