Manitoba Tories challenge gender expression bill’s free speech risks

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:20 pm

Manitoba’s Opposition leader decries a proposed law adding gender expression to the province’s human rights code, arguing it could trample free speech in a move some call nothing short of a political power grab. Critics demand a reexamination of its provisions amid a climate of partisan theatrics.

globalnews.ca / Manitoba Tories say bill to protect gender expression could infringe on free speech

Manitoba's Opposition leader says he is hoping for changes to a bill that would add gender expression to the province's human rights code.

thestar.com / Manitoba Tories say bill to protect gender expression could infringe on free speech

WINNIPEG - Manitoba's Opposition leader says he is hoping for changes to a bill that would add gender expression to the province's human rights code.

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