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CTV News
2 days ago
- Politics
- CTV News
Prime minister, MPs attend ceremony to raise Pride flag on Parliament Hill
Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre left, takes part in a flag-raising ceremony with Minister of Women and Gender Equality Rechie Valdez marking Pride month on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney was joined by members of Parliament from all parties this afternoon as he raised the Pride flag in Ottawa. In his remarks on Parliament Hill, Carney said Pride is both a celebration of how 'love has already won' and a promise to ensure that everyone's rights are protected. He noted that it's been 22 years since the Ontario Court of Appeal issued a decision that legalized same-sex marriage in Ontario, and 20 years since Parliament passed the Civil Marriage Act. Carney said there has been a backlash around the world against the progress made on protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ people. Women and Gender Equality Minister Rechie Valdez announced the government is setting aside $1.5 million for security and insurance planning for Pride festivals across Canada this year in response to a growing number of threats. The government previously budgeted $15 million for LGBTQ+ communities through its Action Plan on Combatting Hate. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025 The Canadian Press
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
Prime minister, MPs attend ceremony to raise Pride flag on Parliament Hill
Published Jun 10, 2025 • 1 minute read Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre left, takes part in a flag-raising ceremony with Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State Small Business and Tourism Rechie Valdez marking Pride Month on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Photo by Spencer Colby / THE CANADIAN PRESS OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney was joined by members of Parliament from all parties Tuesday afternoon as he raised the Pride flag in Ottawa. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account In his remarks on Parliament Hill, Carney said Pride is both a celebration of how 'love has already won' and a promise to ensure that everyone's rights are protected. He noted that it's been 22 years since the Ontario Court of Appeal issued a decision that legalized same-sex marriage in Ontario, and 20 years since Parliament passed the Civil Marriage Act. Read More Carney said there has been a backlash around the world against the progress made on protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ people. Women and Gender Equality Minister Rechie Valdez announced the government is setting aside $1.5 million for security and insurance planning for Pride festivals across Canada this year in response to a growing number of threats. The government previously budgeted $15 million for LGBTQ+ communities through its Action Plan on Combatting Hate. RECOMMENDED VIDEO NHL Toronto Maple Leafs Columnists NHL Toronto Blue Jays
Winnipeg Free Press
3 days ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Prime minister, MPs attend ceremony to raise Pride flag on Parliament Hill
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Mark Carney was joined by members of Parliament from all parties this afternoon as he raised the Pride flag in Ottawa. In his remarks on Parliament Hill, Carney said Pride is both a celebration of how 'love has already won' and a promise to ensure that everyone's rights are protected. He noted that it's been 22 years since the Ontario Court of Appeal issued a decision that legalized same-sex marriage in Ontario, and 20 years since Parliament passed the Civil Marriage Act. Carney said there has been a backlash around the world against the progress made on protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ people. Woman and Gender Equality Minister Rechie Valdez announced the government is setting aside $1.5 million for security and insurance planning for Pride festivals across Canada this year in response to a growing number of threats. The government previously budgeted $15 million for LGBTQ+ communities through its Action Plan on Combatting Hate. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025.
