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Moncton’s LGBTQ community organizes counterprotestMembers of Moncton’s LGBTQ community organized a counterprotest in response to anti-LGBTQ rallies held across the country. This comes as issues like the controversial changes to Policy 713, related to gender identity in schools, is shaping up to be a major election issue in New Brunswick. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickSep 20
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Lacombe-Ponoka MLA Jennifer Johnson under fire from LGBTQ2 communityThe MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka is under fire once again from members of Alberta’s LGBTQ2 community. Jennifer Johnson met with representatives from Pride societies as she works to rejoin the UCP Caucus, but as Meghan Cobb reports, one of her comments has some questioning her sincerity.CanadaSep 17
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New and only LGBTQ+ bar opens in MonctonMoncton’s queer community has its own designated space for the first time in years. Aris Nightclub is up and running – roughly 2.5 years after Moncton’s only gay bar closed its doors for good. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickAug 26
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LGBTQ2 community calls for better consultation on Alberta transgender legislationMembers of the LGBTQ2 community say they’re being intentionally excluded from conversations about a controversial provincial policy. As Meghan Cobb reports, they feel their voices aren’t being heard when it comes to the life-changing legislation.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 2
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Rally held outside McDougall Centre as Premier Smith meets with LGBTQ2 community membersA rally was held outside McDougall Centre as Premier Danielle Smith held meetings with the LGBTQ2 community. As Michael King reports, the group “Queer Citizens United” says those in the meeting are handpicked organizations.Global News at Noon CalgaryAug 2
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Norwood Pride highlights importance of celebrating inclusivity in rural communitiesThe 2024 Norwood Pride celebration in July brings more the LGBTQ+ community together. As it turns out, the LGBTQ+ community has learned it has support in many reaches of the community… and also in the very heart of Norwood, Ontario, just east of Peterborough.The Morning Show on CHEXJul 12
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Global News Hour at 6 Calgary: Sept. 17Calgary city council debates whether to wind down the Green Line LRT project. Alberta’s police watchdog investigates after a man dies in police custody. An MLA is under fire again from members of Alberta’s LGBTQ2 community.Global News Hour at 6 CalgarySep 17
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First-ever Pride event in the West IslandThe first-ever pride event in the West Island takes place Saturday September 14th in Pointe-Claire. West Island LGBTQ2+ Centre executive director David Hawkins joins Global News Morning’s host Laura Casella with the details.Global News Morning MontrealSep 13
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Global News at 6 New Brunswick: Sept. 20PC Leader Blaine Higgs is in hot water after making a joke about a Liberal supporter, party leaders discuss LGBTQ issues amid protests happening in Moncton, and RCMP issue an emergency alert for Moncton and Shediac warning residents of an armed individual.Global News at 6 New BrunswickSep 20
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Two Albertans appointed to SenatePrime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced two Albertans have been appointed to the Senate: a corporate lawyer from Calgary and a vocal advocate for LGBTQ2 rights from Edmonton. As Jaclyn Kucey reports, the announcement has already caused a stir in the provincial government.PoliticsAug 31
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LGBTQ rights trailblazer John Banks passes away leaving behind a legacy of historic activismA pioneer of LGBTQ+ rights in Montreal has passed away. Against all odds, and in a climate of open hostility, John Banks was a trailblazer who led the city’s first ever Pride parade. As Gloria Henriquez reports, although he never wanted a life in the spotlight, his tireless efforts to promote equality lit the way...Jun 27
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Saskatoon Pride Parade showcases solidarity with LGBTQ2 communityThe parade acts as a demonstration of solidarity with Saskatoon’s LGBTQ2 community.Global News at 5 SaskatoonJun 23
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How the 519 is supporting LGBTQ+ refugeesOn the heels of National Refugee Day, Jervis Stone, manager of refugee support at The 519 joins Candace Daniel to discuss how the organization has been supporting thousands of LGBTQ+ for refugees, and what more needs to be done.Global News Morning TorontoJun 21
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Edmonton in the running to host Gay Games 2030Edmonton is one of several cities in the running to host the Gay Games in 2030. The games combine sport and culture by bringing together more than 10,000 LGBTQ2 participants. Jasmine King has more on what the games could bring to Edmonton.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonAug 2
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Global News Hour at 6 Calgary: Aug. 2, 2024A busy weekend of festivals amid hot temperatures has event organizers preparing for extreme weather. The LGBTQ2 community rallies for more consultations on Alberta’s controversial transgender policy. Some Jasper wildfire evacuees find family and refuge on a rural property near Sundre, Alta.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 2
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Spark your Pride: Saskatoon art exhibit showcases older LGBTQ2 artistsThe exhibit features many different artistic mediums, subjects and styles, and even a variety of works from each artist.Global News at 5 SaskatoonJun 22
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LGBT+ addiction recovery program secures funding, opens intakeThe Rainbow Outpatient Addiction Recovery Program, or ROAR, is Winnipeg’s first free recovery program specifically for 2SLGBTQ+ people.Aug 6
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Vancouver Pride Society on the importance of celebrating Canada PrideAlan Daly with the Vancouver Pride Society runs down the fun events being held this year to celebrate Pride and discusses some of the areas of gay and LGBTQ+ rights where progress still needs to be made.Global News Morning BCJul 26
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Theo Tams releases powerful song dedicated to the LGBTQ2+ communityTheo Tams and the Rainbow Collective have released “This Little Light,” a powerful anthem of hope for the LGBTQ2+ community. The song unites more than 20 Canadian vocalists from diverse genders, races, identities and ages. Theo Tams joins us to discuss his journey from winning ‘Canadian Idol’ to writing this impactful song, the formation of...The Morning ShowJun 12
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LGBTQ2 purge recognized with exhibit in human rights museumJune is Pride Month — a time when the LGBTQ2 community celebrates its culture and identity and promotes the fight for acceptance. It also means recognizing the painful journey and discrimination they’ve faced. Now, the Canadian Museum of Human Rights has unveiled an exhibit about the LGBTQ2 purge from Canada’s public service. As Melissa Ridgen...CanadaJun 9