Power & Politics

Alberta unveils sweeping changes to youth gender identity, sports and surgery policies

02.01.2024 - By CBCPlay

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Feb. 1, 2024 - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has proposed what critics say is Canada's most restrictive transgender rights policy. It's an effort to make sure parents have more of a say in their children's lives, says Smith. Power & Politics hears from a Calgary-based queer advocacy group vowing to take Smith's new policy to court, and Alberta MP Randy Boissonnault, who says the policy is 'dangerous for youth in Alberta.' Plus, the Alberta Teachers' Association weighs in on the potential impact on students.

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