Toronto Pride says no ‘noticeable differences’ to events despite $900k funding gap / Global
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 11:22 am permalink
Toronto Pride organizers are grappling with a stark funding shortfall of $900,000 after major sponsors withdrew their support. Despite the gap, officials insist that this year’s programming will remain unchanged, leaving onlookers to marvel at how tight budgets can coexist with big, bold celebrations.
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Carney laments Pride 'backlash' and rolls out money to make 2SLGBTQ+ parades safer / CBC
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 3:23 pm permalink
At a polished ceremony on Parliament Hill, Prime Minister Mark Carney raised a Pride flag in a gesture of inclusivity while acknowledging growing backlash and safety challenges around 2SLGBTQ+ celebrations. The event, mixing political pageantry with genuine concern, underscored the government’s resolve to ensure public events remain both celebratory and secure.
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Friday, May 30, 2025, 11:21 am permalink
Tensions flared in Quebec as controversies over the government’s gender identity committee report unfolded. Demonstrators interrupted its official deposit, while trans activists were expelled from a press conference, highlighting the sensitive nature and divisive impact of the proposed recommendations on provincial gender policies.
Bluesky: @lapresse.ca
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 12:22 pm permalink
Canadian medical associations are legally challenging Alberta’s controversial healthcare legislation that guides gender-affirming treatments for minors. Critics argue the law unduly limits clinical discretion and infringes on patient rights, sparking a debate that blends legal rigor with a hint of incredulous irony over bureaucratic overreach.
Bluesky: @alannasmith.bsky.social, @picardonhealth.bsky.social, @theglobeandmail.com
permalink / 5 stories from sources in 19 days #law #albert #lgbtq #health
Manitoba Tories challenge gender expression bill’s free speech risks
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:20 pm permalink
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.
permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 weeks #law #conservatives #manitoba #lgbtq