As conservative premiers change the rules on pronoun use in schools, members of the federal Conservative grassroots want Pierre Poilievre to wade further into the debate around gender. A submission advancing to a policy convention next month proposes discussion of a Conservative government prohibiting "life altering medicinal or surgical interventions" for those under 18 who are looking to transition. The pitch is similar to ones found across the United States — including in Florida, where Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill in May banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth. Many health professionals, parents and advocates of LGBTQ+ youth say that bill places them at greater risk for suicide and depression ... CLICK HERE for the full story
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