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Canada's Federal Election is a Critical Moment for 2SLGBTQ+ Communities.
Election day is happening in
There’s so much at stake.
We need to tell our loved ones, neighbours, and candidates
Why We Vote.
Across Canada, the skyrocketing cost of living and housing hits our communities especially hard. Getting the healthcare we need — from HIV care to gender-affirming care — feels like an uphill battle because the system wasn’t built with us in mind.
For many 2SLGBTQ+ people — including seniors, refugees, youth, and people living with disabilities — it’s becoming that much tougher to get by during an affordability crisis that’s affecting everyone.
Every election matters, but at a time when the rights and dignity we’ve fought so hard for are under attack at home and abroad, it’s never been more important to make sure we show up. We matter. We vote.
During this federal election, we're sharing why we vote, and encouraging you to do the same.
Cost of Living and The Trade War
Everything is too expensive; we need relief. Corporations need to be held accountable, and wages and social assistance must increase. Canada must unite against US tariff threats that will only make the situation worse.
2SLGBTQ+ Human Rights, Safety, and Wellbeing
We refuse to give in to rising anti-2SLGBTQ+ hate. The law should protect and uplift all Canadians, not divide us. This includes 2 Spirit, queer, and trans Canadians.
Housing and Homelessness
Across Canada, many of us are struggling to afford rent and housing. We need to protect renters, empower average house hunters, and get shovels in the ground.
Healthcare
Everyone has a right to accessible, affirming, and timely healthcare. We need to improve access to primary care for everyone, and reduce barriers for trans communities and people living with HIV/AIDS.
Mental Health, Substance Use, and Harm Reduction
We’re living through a drug poisoning and mental health crisis. Communities need to be supported, not penalized.
Refugee Support
LGBTQ+ refugees have so much to offer Canada. We need to make good on our commitments and help them thrive.
Climate Action
Over the coming decades, the impact of the climate crisis will become increasingly present.

How to Vote
Can't Vote? You can still get involved!
You must be a Canadian Citizen, and at least 18 years old on election day.
Making a difference starts with showing up. Ensure that those around you are ready to make their voices heard. Direct the people in your life who are eligible to vote to go to Elections Canada to register.
Getting folks to make a plan on how they will get to the polls or cast is a tried-and-true way to increase the likelihood someone will vote.
Help your friend, family member, or neighbour make a concrete plan that helps them visualize the steps they’ll go through on Election Day. Some sample questions to ask:
- Do you know where your polling place is? How will you get there?
- Do you need help with transportation?
- Do you know when to mail your ballot if you’re voting by mail?
- Do you know what ID you’ll need to bring to the polls?
Talk to your family and friends in person about what’s happening in the news and how they feel about it. Remind them that their elected officials often have a say in changing the events that your loved ones are most passionate about.