Canada warns LGBTQ travelers to U.S. to be cautious of local laws

Canada updated its international travel advisory on Tuesday to warn LGBTQ+ travelers of laws and policies in some U.S. states.

The advisory extends to U.S.-bound Canadians who are 2SLGBTQI+ (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, intersex and more).

The advisory could impact an estimated 1 million LGBTQ+ Canadians .While the advisory doesn’t dive into specific U.S. states or policies, a Global Affairs Canada spokesperson pointed to laws passed in the U.S. this year banning drag shows , restricting gender-affirming care and blocking participation in sporting events.The American Civil Liberties Union is currently tracking 495 anti-LGBTQ bills in the U.S.The Canadian […]

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