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Living in a tolerant and accepting society means being able to define ourselves on our own terms, without the state passing judgment on how we chose to do it. (Shutterstock)

May 27, 2024

Sexual identity is an important part of our lives, and the law should recognize that

Neil McArthur, University of Manitoba

Society should embrace various sources of sexual self-definition.

A recent report has found that a growing number of people in Canada are in polyamorous relationships. (Shutterstock)

May 22, 2024

Thinking about polyamory? You’re not the only one

Carrie Jenkins, University of British Columbia

Polyamory is on the rise, yet at the same time, younger people are turning away from romance and dating. Does Gen Z want multiple partners or none at all?

left to right: Elliott Gould, Natalie Wood, Robert Culp and Dyan Cannon on the poster for the 1969 film ‘Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice’. Movie Poster Image Art/Getty Images

November 20, 2023

The Ethical Slut has been called ‘the bible’ of non-monogamy – but its sexual utopia is oversimplified

Andrea Waling, La Trobe University

The publication 25 years ago of The Ethical Slut shattered social norms and stigma about non-monogamy. It’s now sold over 200,000 copies – and continues to be important.

September 5, 2023

Friends with benefits – what a sex and relationship therapist wants you to know

Chantal Gautier, University of Westminster

While a friends with benefits arrangement has its risks, research has shown it can empower young people to express their sexuality.

April 24, 2023

Ethical non-monogamy: what to know about these often misunderstood relationships

Chantal Gautier, University of Westminster

Young people are more likely to consider some form of open or non-monogamous relationship.

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