Articles written by Lorah Delaney

The Vancouver Parade retains its relevance as a way of showing support for gay and transgender rights in Canada and Human Rights for gays around the globe.

Jul 13, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Vancouver residents can now keep a small number of chickens in their backyards. The initiative has plenty of supporters as well as numerous detractors.

Jun 28, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

People with a disability often live on a tight budget and recreation opportunities may be limited. But fun in Vancouver does not need to come at a price.

Jun 17, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

The world's top forwards will be on display when the World Cup kicks off on June 11. Given the immense talent on show, predicting the top scorer isn't easy.

Jun 7, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

The famous Saturday artisan market in Ganges, where shoppers or browsers can peruse for the best part of a day, embodies the essence of Salt Spring Island.

Jun 3, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Bowen Island, only 20 minutes by ferry from the Vancouver, B.C. area, fits the bill for a romantic weekend escape or a family friendly vacation getaway.

May 11, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Mothers unable to care for their newborn who don't want to go through legal channels to rescind their rights will now have a safe place to leave their baby.

Apr 30, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Canada's PM Stephen Harper and President Barack Obama are unable to attend President Lech Kaczynski's funeral to be held April 18, 2010 in Krakow, Poland.

Apr 18, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

A number of family-friendly, scenic and well-serviced campgrounds can be accessed easily from the Lower Mainland vicinity of British Columbia.

Apr 16, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

April 14, 2010 is Pink Shirt Day, an innovative, widespread campaign to increase awareness and attention on the issue of bullying, in schools and in society at large.

Apr 4, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Ex-gay proponents believe that through the power of prayer and various therapies a person's homosexual tendencies can be eradicated. The research proves this is not true.

Mar 22, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

The first Fairtrade Town was Garstang, Lancashire, England in 2000. The concept has grown immensely since then with over 653 towns achieving the designation worldwide.

Mar 1, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Ice Sledge Hockey became part of the Winter Paralympic schedule as a demonstration sport in 1994 Lillehammer. Canada are the defending Olympic gold medallists.

Feb 25, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Stanley Park is Vancouver's most popular tourist attraction with over 800,000 visitors annually. The significance of the park to the local people can't be underestimated.

Jan 25, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Adoption laws for same-sex people vary widely in the United States. Some states allow adoptions by same-sex couples and individuals; Florida denies gays adoption rights.

Jan 21, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is one of the most romantic cities in the world. Its natural beauty allows for romance without the need for a large financial outlay.

Jan 13, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

People are encouraged to do one thing for biodiversity in 2010. Ideas include plant a window box, clean up a river, or plant night blossoming flowers to attract bats.

Jan 2, 2010 - Lorah Delaney

Gift cards may seem like an impersonal gift but in actual fact giving a gift card is a gift of freedom and choice. It is more personal than money but is as good as cash.

Dec 9, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Vancouver is a jewel anytime of year. But during the Christmas season, with the surrounding mountains covered in snow, the city is literally lit up like a Christmas tree.

Dec 5, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from many causes. A car accident, fall, assault, or illness can all cause varying degrees of trauma to the brain.

Dec 5, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Statistics show that commitment to New Year's resolutions wane after the first month, and only 20% maintain the resolutions past Valentine's Day.

Dec 2, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center reports that 83% of transgender people have thought about suicide, and 32% have attempted suicide at least once.

Nov 30, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

There is a long running debate about which is more environmentally friendly - a fresh cut Christmas tree or an artificial reusable model. They each have pros and cons.

Nov 28, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

A husband and father, Rodriguez joins a long list of boxers who have died from either a catastrophic blow to the head or from receiving multiple concussions over time.

Nov 25, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Blog posts and newspaper reports criticized Rex Ryan for his emotional crying outburst in front of his New York Jets team after a recent loss to Jacksonville.

Nov 23, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Dr. Paolo Zamboni had a personal reason to find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) as it had afflicted his wife. The radical treatment that helped her may help others.

Nov 23, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Real Salt Lake defeated David Beckham's LA Galaxy in a penalty shootout, after 90 minutes and two 15 minute periods of extra time could not decide a victor.

Nov 22, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

A tournament of this magnitude will supply many talking points. During the World Cup, heroes are made, records are broken and dreams come true. 2010 will be no different.

Nov 18, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Michael Oher's life story was destined to become a movie. Though he is only 23 years old, he has already lived through more heartache and then subsequent joy than most.

Nov 16, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

The NFL has long denied there is any link between football and brain injury or cognitive deficits later in life. A study commissioned by the NFL itself disputes that.

Nov 15, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

British Columbia, Canada is world renowned for its' mountainous beauty. It only makes sense that the province offers many quality ski vacation options.

Nov 12, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Ireland's brief history in the Winter Olympics began in 1992 and athletes have only missed the 1994 Games since. There will be an Irish presence in Whistler 2010.

Nov 9, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Stan Kroenke has shown great commitment to the sporting community of Denver, Colorado. He wants to expand his sporting empire overseas by purchasing London-based Arsenal.

Nov 8, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

On a cold, wintery day nothing soothes more than a hot, homemade bowl of soup and a thick slice of freshly made bread. The beauty of this soup and bread is simplicity.

Nov 7, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Buoyed by the repeal of the same-sex marriage law in Maine, anti-gay groups look to defeat bills in New Hampshire and Washington, D.C. Gay advocates vow to fight on.

Nov 5, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Making an Olympic team takes incredible dedication and commitment. Trying to achieve that goal whilst overcoming significant health problems takes that and so much more.

Oct 30, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

According to the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force over 3 million LGBT people in the United States are over age 65. Housing and support services for them is limited.

Oct 27, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Queer as Folk, off the air since 2005, focused on a group of gay friends in Pittsburgh. The highly sexualized series easily could have left the cast members type cast.

Oct 23, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

World Pride is an event that promotes gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues from around the globe. It will bring contingents from all over the world to Toronto.

Oct 18, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

After a hiatus of over 100 years, golf is making an Olympic comeback. It is slated, along with rugby sevens, to be on the roster at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games.

Oct 14, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

The long track speed skating venue of the 2010 Olympics has gained international recognition for structural design. It is one of many standout sports arenas in the world.

Oct 13, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

A number of siblings have represented Canada together in Olympic competition over the years. Some share a love of and excel at the same sport, while others go it alone.

Oct 7, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Openly gay politicians hold elected office in a number of high profile places. Being open and up front about their sexuality has not deterred voters from supporting them.

Oct 4, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Scouring the shelves for books on lesbian pregnancy is an excellent place to start your journey to motherhood. Information will give you confidence as you move forward.

Oct 1, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Being fired for any reason, even for cause, can be traumatic. Knowing you are in the unemployment line because the boss didn't approve of your private life is a travesty.

Sep 30, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Skiing Whistler, biking down Whistler, kayaking the Pacific Ocean on the west side of Vancouver Island or strolling in Victoria are just a few special gay escapes in BC.

Sep 26, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

The list of gay-friendly companies continues to grow annually. The Human Rights Campaign give 305 companies top marks in policy equality in 2010 compared to 13 in 2002.

Sep 22, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

Ever since Ellen Degeneres announced 'I'm Gay' on prime time in 1997, lesbians have desired to follow in her footsteps. The steps, however, are not that simple to follow.

Sep 11, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

With all the products on the market for canines these days, the most important may be items that create a safe environment for your dog no matter where you may roam.

Sep 7, 2009 - Lorah Delaney

With 'Octomom' and 'Jon and Kate plus 8' monopolizing television screens, it is easy to forget about the average Joanne who desperately wants a baby by IUI or IVF.

Sep 3, 2009 - Lorah Delaney