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Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), and special advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, issued the following statement on Trans Day of Remembrance: “The Trans Day of Remembrance is a time to mourn lives lost through systemic violence. On this day, we pause to reflect on the abuse, hatred and discrimination that have … Read more

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Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, unveiled the design of the new Canada Pride Citation. The Citation is one element in the implementation of the Final Settlement Agreement of the Ross, Roy, Satalic Class Action, often referred to as the ‘LGBT Purge’ Class Action. Call 613-957-5420.

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Michael Wernick, Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, issued the following statement: “Today marks the beginning of National Public Service Week – a week that recognizes the importance of the work you do as federal public servants. We have much to be proud of and many successes to build on. In … Read more

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The Superior Court of Quebec concluded that Bill 99 does not confer any right to unilateral secession. That is what the Attorney General of Canada argued. The judge reiterated the findings from the Supreme Court opinion of 1998 to the effect that any future secession must adhere to the Canadian constitutional framework: a clear majority … Read more

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Special advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), issued the following statement on Day of Pink: “On April 11, Canada joins the world to celebrate the Day of Pink, the international day against homophobia, transphobia, transmisogyny and all forms of bullying. It is a day for people around the … Read more

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Michael Wernick, Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, issued the following statement: “Today, the Prime Minister delivered an apology to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and two spirit (LGBTQ2) Canadians, their loved ones, families, and communities. In the apology, the Prime Minister acknowledged the Government of Canada’s role in creating a culture of … Read more

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Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, announced the creation of an advisory council to assist in the formulation of an inclusive and meaningful apology directed at Canadians harmed by these policies. Boissonnault will co-chair the advisory council along with Marie-Laure Leclercq, a strong voice for transgender rights in … Read more

June 2 – Privy Council Office – Press Release

The Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), issued the following statement: “June marks the beginning of Pride season across the country, where we celebrate all those who seek to be who they truly are, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. It is … Read more

May 17 – Privy Council Office – Press Release

he Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues, Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.), issued the following statement: As the world marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, I invite all Canadians to stand up for gender expression, gender identity and sexual orientation rights both in Canada and abroad. Equality, … Read more

May 8 – Privy Council Office – Press Release

Michael Wernick, Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet, issued the following statement: “I am pleased to announce that my Twenty-Fourth Annual Report to the Prime Minister on the Public Service of Canada has been tabled in Parliament, and is now available online at www.canada.ca/clerk-report. The report outlines the successes and challenges the Public Service faced in … Read more