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More LGBTQ+ Americans are looking to come to Canada... News
by The Canadian Press
More LGBTQ+ Americans are looking to come to Canada since Trump was elected
An LGBTQ+ aid organization says there was a massive spike in the number of Americans looking to leave the country immediately after U.S. President Donald Trump returned to the White House. Swathi Sekhar,...
Feb 27, 2025
Toronto LGBTQ refugee lawyers see surge in American... News
by Toronto Today
Toronto LGBTQ refugee lawyers see surge in American inquiries since Trump win
Transgender Americans fearful of physical violence and a loss of access to gender-affirming care are increasingly exploring immigrating to Canada, say two Toronto immigration lawyers
Feb 20, 2025
Canada’s migrant agreement with US puts queer and trans... News
by Rabble.ca
Canada’s migrant agreement with US puts queer and trans asylum seekers at risk: advocates
Canada is facing calls to reevaluate its STCA agreement with the United States following President Donald Trump’s executive orders.
Feb 12, 2025
Rainbow Railroad receives increase in requests for... News
by CBC Mainstreet
Rainbow Railroad receives increase in requests for help from U.S. citizens
To talk about the increase in requests and what is possible in terms of assistance, Alex Guye spoke with Swathi Sekhar. She is the director of protection initiatives with Rainbow Railroad, a charitable...
Feb 12, 2025
‘I don’t feel safe’: Trans people are planning to flee... News
by Dazed
‘I don’t feel safe’: Trans people are planning to flee the US
In the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election, many trans people are considering moving to safer countries.
Feb 12, 2025
Families With Trans Kids Are Fleeing the U.S. News
by Rolling Stone
Families With Trans Kids Are Fleeing the U.S.
As the new administration targets transgender individuals, families are protecting themselves in any way they can.
Feb 5, 2025
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