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As you pack your bags to join the global Pride celebrations in 2025, be sure to equip yourself with knowledge about the countries you’ll visit, so that your adventures are as safe and enjoyable as possible.
It’s important to keep in mind that laws, cultural norms, and social customs regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) can differ dramatically from what we experience in Canada.
Take some time to get to know your destination. A great place to start is the Government of Canada’s Travel Advice and Advisories. Keep in mind that in some countries, same-sex relationships are illegal, or 2SLGBTQI+ people might face legal challenges tied to things like public morals…

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Rainbow Cake makes a sweet return to IKEA stores across Canada on June 1st and every slice contributes to a good cause

IKEA Canada is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Rainbow Railroad for a second consecutive year, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to a fairer and more inclusive world. This continued collaboration supports Rainbow Railroad’s mission to help LGBTQI+ individuals facing persecution and violence find safety through emergency relocation, crisis response, and advocacy.
This year, IKEA Canada will donate up to $200,000 from the proceeds of its Rainbow Cake, available in stores nationwide from June 1 to July 31, 2025. Every purchase of this colourful dessert directly supports Rainbow Railroad’s lifesaving efforts, helping approximately 300 LGBTQI+ individuals find safety and resettle in Canada—more than twice the number typically supported in a single year.
"Our vision at IKEA is to create…

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NIVEA Canada is a brand built on the foundation of care. For over a century, NIVEA has been dedicated to helping people feel comfortable and confident in their skin through trusted skincare products that prioritize quality and efficacy. With care at the heart of everything they do, NIVEA Canada continues to support initiatives and partnerships that reflect its ongoing commitment to nurturing both skin and community.
NIVEA Canada is proud to announce the continuation of its support of pflag’s Camp Rainbow Phoenix (CRP), for the fourth…

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Stamp issue features four Places of Pride stamps honouring influential sites across the country

Today Canada Post announces Places of Pride, recognizing four vital places for 2SLGBTQIA+ in Canada. From early meeting spots to safe spaces for community organizing, these spaces were often the backdrop to pivotal demonstrations and hosted events that shaped 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across the country – and Canadian society.
The four stamps honour the following locations and events:

Club Carousel, Calgary’s first gay…

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Pride Season is a time to raise our voices—and our flags—to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and other sexual and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) communities. It is also a time to recommit to building a country where everyone can live in safety and dignity.
Today, as the Intersex-Inclusive Pride Flag was raised on Parliament Hill, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced $1.5 million to support the security needs of Pride festivals across…

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