Declaration Against Homophobia in the City

Summary#

The city council unanimously adopted a declaration to highlight, on May 17, 2026, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, led by the Émergence Foundation. The City affirms that it fights against discrimination and violence targeting LGBTQ2+ individuals, and that it supports community prevention initiatives. It also invites the public to act against discrimination and to recognize the contributions of individuals from the sexual and gender diversity.

What This Means for You#

The declaration is addressed to the entire Montreal population. It highlights the role of ally individuals and reaffirms the City's commitments to inclusion and the fight against discrimination in public spaces. It does not specify any new concrete measures or particular locations in the city.

Costs#

No publicly available information.