OTTAWA,
ON, May 17, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister,
Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and
Biphobia:
"Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia,
Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reaffirm our unwavering support to
2SLGBTQI+ communities in Canada
and around the world. And we recommit to building a better, fairer,
and more inclusive future where everyone can be themselves – freely
and without fear.
"Since launching the first ever Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action
Plan in 2022, we have increased support of 2SLGBTQI+ people,
from safeguarding their rights to protecting their safety. We have
also committed to supporting Indigenous 2SLGBTQI+ communities,
honouring the history and culture of Two-Spirit and Indigenous
members across Canada. This
included hiring a Senior Advisor on Indigenous 2SLGBTQI+ within the
2SLGBTQI+ Secretariat to work with Indigenous and federal partners
and provide advice on challenges faced by Indigenous communities
affected. And through Budget 2024, we are making even greater
investments to combat hate toward 2SLGBTQI+ people and build a
safer, more inclusive country for everyone.
"This year's theme, 'No one left behind: equality, freedom and
justice for all', highlights the challenges that 2SLGBTQI+ people
continue to face across the world. Canada will always stand up for the human
rights of 2SLGBTQI+ people, both at home and abroad. That's why,
last year, we partnered with Rainbow Railroad, a global non-profit
organization helping 2SLGBTQI+ people fleeing violence and
persecution. We are proud to say that many have found refuge right
here in Canada.
"Today, I thank the many organizations across Canada and around the world who are supporting
2SLGBTQI+ communities and fighting for their rights, including
Fondation Émergence, which created the first day against homophobia
in Canada in 2003.
I encourage all Canadians to join me in speaking up against
homophobia, transphobia, biphobia, and discrimination and violence
in all their forms. Together, we can build a better future, with
pride."
This document is also available at https://pm.gc.ca
SOURCE Prime Minister's Office