Changing Landscape for 2SLGBTQIA+

Recent statements by both Canada’s Conservative Party Leader Pierre Pollievre and US President Donald Trump have reignited fears about the safety of those in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The two politicians said there are only two genders — male and female. Allan Guinan, President of Minden Pride, brushes off those comments as politicians with few substantial proposals seeking “air space.” He says that whole the rhetoric is emboldening some homophobes in the US and Canada, his organization continues to see growing support in Haliburton County. CanoeFM spoke with Guinan recently to hear how he feels about the comments made by both Trump and Pollievre and how those sentiments impact his community. In the interview, Guinan says he chooses to be grateful for the progress made, for building bridges and the growing compassion and understanding within Haliburton County.