The federal government is announcing the upcoming budget will include new money to support women’s participation in leadership roles and to provide security for LGBTQ communities during Pride events.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Minister of Women and Gender Equality Rechie Valdez are announcing the funding at a press conference this afternoon.
A news release provided in advance to The Canadian Press says the budget, which will be tabled on Nov. 4, will include $382.5 million over five years starting in 2026-27, with $76.5 million ongoing, to advance women’s equality in Canada by improving their economic security and participation in leadership roles.
It will also include $54.6 million over five years starting in 2026-27, with $10.9 million ongoing, to support LGBTQ communities.
The news release says that funding will include $7.5 million over five years, with $1.5 million ongoing, for security at Pride events.
The budget will also include $223.4 million over five years, with $44.7 million ongoing, to respond to gender-based violence.
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