Guinea Pigs Don’t Wear Pants Featured on CHCH Morning
On CHCH TV’s Morning Live segment “Grandparent-Approved Books to Read to Grandchildren,” Go-To Grandma Kathy Buckworth highlighted Guinea Pigs Don’t Wear Pants by Chris Paul (RAINBOWS) Farias as one of the must-have titles for families to add to their shelves.
August 7, 2025
Chris Paul (RAINBOWS) Farias Appears on CP24 for Pride Month
TikTok star and author-illustrator Chris Paul (RAINBOWS) Farias joined CP24 to celebrate Pride Month, sharing how their viral videos that mix queer education, farm life, and kids’ show nostalgia have drawn more than 16.8 million views and showcased the power of queer joy.
June 18, 2025
King Charles III Coronation Medal
Hamilton, ON — Creative strategist, author-illustrator, and advocate Chris Paul (RAINBOWS) Farias has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal, recognizing Canadians who have made significant contributions to their communities. Farias, known for vibrant storytelling and tireless advocacy for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, accepted the honor with humor: “A while back, I would have never guessed that my name and King Charles III would appear in the same sentence — but here we are.”
The medal, often associated with athletic or military achievements, was awarded to Farias for advancing queer and gender-diverse rights and for contributions to philanthropy. Their advocacy spans classrooms, boardrooms, and community spaces, where they have often been the first openly queer or nonbinary person audiences had ever met.
For Farias, the medal is not a finish line but a reminder of the work ahead. “The real reward isn’t a piece of metal — it’s in the connections we make, the small wins we celebrate, and the hope we continue to build. And so, the work continues.”
Read more about Chris and the award in The Hamilton Spectator
November 1, 2024