United Church seeks conversion therapy ban from Saskatoon city council
Grosvenor Park United Church wrote to a Saskatoon city committee seeking a ban on conversion therapy in the city. Continue reading
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City of Lethbridge to move forward with conversion therapy ban
On Monday, city council passed a motion to direct administration to draft a bylaw that will ban the controversial practice within city limits. Continue reading
LGBTQ2+ advocates, councillors ask for conversion therapy ban
Calgary is the latest municipality in Alberta to ban conversion therapy. Now, Lethbridge LGBTQ advocates are hoping for a similar move in their city. Continue reading
Calgary moves to ban conversion therapy
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
Several municipalities in Alberta have passed bylaws prohibiting the practice, and by late May the City of Calgary will have one as well. Continue reading
Saint John man’s experience with conversion therapy inspires municipal action
“If he suffered to that extent, there’s definitely others who are suffering too.” Continue reading
Utah bans conversion therapy: ‘This measure will truly save lives’
The American Psychological Association has said conversion therapy is not based in science and is harmful to mental health. Continue reading
Calgary city committee moves forward with steps to ban conversion therapy
The City of Calgary is moving ahead with steps to ban the practice of conversion therapy. Continue reading
Could Calgary ban conversion therapy?
Conversion therapy is the practice of counselling people in an attempt to change their sexual orientation or gender identity. Continue reading
Edmonton city council moves to ban conversion therapy
Edmonton city councillors moved to ban conversion therapy in a unanimous vote Tuesday. Continue reading
B.C. candidate still campaigning after Conservatives drop her over anti-LGBTQ2 comments
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
At an all-party debate held shortly after Heather Leung was dropped, the chair meant for her sat empty on the stage as the other candidates spoke to voters. Continue reading