Statement from Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine, Minister Responsible for Gender Equity, on the `No Space For Hate’ Counter-Protest Party

Press Release

As minister responsible for gender equity, I affirm our government’s support for transgender and gender-diverse youth. Manitoba youth must be supported to live as their authentic selves.

Our government stands firm in support of 2SLGBTQI+ Manitobans, and against any form of discrimination or intimidation that puts the lives of 2SLGBTQI+ youth at risk.

There is no place for hate in our province.

Targeting members of 2SLGBTQI+ communities—particularly transgender and gender-diverse youth—through fear and division is unacceptable and puts the lives of Manitoba youth at risk.

I am grateful to community organizers for their leadership on this issue and for organizing today’s No Space for Hate counter-protest party, which demonstrates the strength and allyship of community showing up in support of transgender and gender-diverse youth.

As I begin my work as minister responsible for gender equity, I look forward to working with community groups and advocates, ensuring all 2SLGBTQI+ Manitobans feel safe, supported, cared for, and represented in our government.

Manitoba is always stronger together.

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