Canada has long been a lifeline for LGBTQI people fleeing violence and persecution. But that lifeline is now under threat. As hate and anti-LGBTQI policies spread globally—including in the U.S.—Canada’s proposed Border Security Bills (C-12 and C-2) could shut the door on some of the most vulnerable refugees seeking safety here.
This is a critical moment. Canada must choose: will we stand firm in our commitment to protect LGBTQI lives, or cave to Trump’s political pressure and fear?
Join us for this urgent webinar to hear from frontline organizations fighting to defend Canada’s role as a refuge for LGBTQI asylum seekers. We will examine the implications of Bill C-12 for people fleeing sex and gender based persecution, its potential conflicts with Canada's international human rights and Charter obligations, and ways both Bills undermine the rights, privacy, safety and dignity of every 2SLGTBQIA+ person at the Canada:US border. Come learn how to take action—we need to raise the voices of our communities before it is too late.
Confirmed Panelists:
Aleks Dughman-Manzur (they/them) Rainbow Refugee, Vancouver
Latoya Nugent (she/her) Rainbow Railroad, Toronto
Will J (He/Him) AGIR, Montreal