Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $1.5 million in federal funding for Fierté Canada Pride to enhance safety at 2SLGBTQ+ parades, citing a 'backlash' against sexual and gender diversity celebrations and a significant increase in hate crimes targeting sexual orientation in Canada.
Carney laments Pride 'backlash' and rolls out money to make 2SLGBTQ+ parades safer
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Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $1.5 million in federal funding for Fierté Canada Pride to enhance safety at 2SLGBTQ+ parades, citing a 'backlash' against sexual and gender diversity celebrations and a significant increase in hate crimes targeting sexual orientation in Canada.
Trending- 1 2023: Statistics Canada reported 860 police-reported hate crimes targeting sexual orientation, with 224 incidents in June.
- 2 January (implied 2025): U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order ending DEI programs in the U.S. government.
- 3 June 10, 2025 (Tuesday): Prime Minister Mark Carney raised a Pride flag on Parliament Hill and announced $1.5 million in federal funding for Pride safety.
- 4 June 2025: Pride month.
- Federal funding aims to improve safety at Pride events.
- The 'backlash' continues, with some corporate sponsors withdrawing support from Pride Toronto, potentially linked to U.S. political actions.
What: Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $1.5 million in federal funds for Fierté Canada Pride to make 2SLGBTQ+ parades safer due to a 'backlash' and a significant increase in hate crimes targeting sexual orientation (860 police-reported hate crimes in 2023, a 69% spike).
When: Announced Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Pride month (June). 2023 (Statistics Canada data). January (implied 2025) for Trump's executive order.
Where: Parliament Hill (Ottawa). Canada. United States (mentioned for Trump's order and corporate sponsors).
Why: To address the rising costs of safety and insurance for Pride events, combat the increase in hate crimes targeting the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and counter a global 'backlash' against progress in sexual and gender diversity rights.
How: The federal government is providing $1.5 million through Women and Gender Equality Minister Rechie Valdez to Fierté Canada Pride. Prime Minister Carney raised a Pride flag and spoke on Parliament Hill.