ALBERTA

The UCP’s new anti-trans bills are cruel

Naheed K. Nenshi Leader Alberta NDP I’ve spent the past few months travelling to each corner of this province talking to Albertans from every background. I’ve heard directly from Albertans what issues they care about most. Let me tell you, it’s not taking away rights from trans kids and their parents. In fact, punching down on minorities doesn’t even appear in the top 50 issues Albertans are concerned about. But anti-trans bills are being rammed through by the UCP anyway. We will fight this cruel legislation, but today I wanted to send a message to anyone who might be thinking “Am I next?”. The Alberta NDP sees you, and we will do everything we can to protect your rights. Watch our message to trans Albertans, and all Albertans. What we have heard over and over again from medical professionals and regular Albertans alike is, “Quit picking on vulnerable people.” Yet one quarter of the UCP’s legislation this fall is anti-trans legislation. She is acting like the Premier of a party, not the Premier of a province. Albertans are far more concerned about their public healthcare, education, and how they can afford to pay their bills. But the UCP hasn’t funded our education system to give our kids a brighter future. And they’re doing nothing to clear up backlogs in the health-care system so people can get care. Instead, we’re getting harmful legislation most Albertans didn’t even ask for and don’t want. As a teacher, an uncle, and a human being, I am disheartened by this government’s failure to prioritize the concerns of Albertans. And I know we have the responsibility to fight back on behalf of many people who will be harmed. I want all the kids in Alberta to know we love them, we support them, and we will never stop fighting for their rights and safety. This is our message to all Albertans, including vulnerable trans kids. There is a place for you in Alberta. Our 85,000 members are in your corner, and we will stick up for you. Watch the Video Thank you, Naheed   Naheed K. Nenshi Leader Alberta NDP