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B.C. becomes first western Canadian province to fund gender-affirming lower surgeries
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Starting in 2019 transgender people in British Columbia will have access to publicly funded gender-affirming lower surgeries within the province. Continue reading
B.C. now recognizes ‘X’ gender marker on driver’s licence, birth certificate
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
British Columbians who do not identify as male or female can now choose to display an X in the gender field of their B.C.-issued driver’s licence, identity card, birth certificate and BC Services Card. Continue reading
Victoria kicks off Pride Week with the raising of five flags
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The city of Victoria has kicked off Pride Week with the raising of five separate flags at city hall. Continue reading
Police get involved after signs were stolen at duelling gender identity rallies at legislature
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The man and woman were led away from the legislature grounds in handcuffs after taking signs from people. Continue reading
Proof of gender reassignment surgery no longer required for birth certificate amendments
“It’s been a long time coming. It’s been several years working towards this and I’m really excited.” said Laura Budd. Budd has been waiting almost 2 years to receive her new birth certificate and health card. With these, she is now legally a woman. Continue reading