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Canada: Trudeau government to introduce bill to ban conversion therapy

The Canadian government is set to introduce a bill to ban conversion therapy, a controversial practice aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has announced plans to introduce the legislation, which would make it illegal to perform conversion therapy on minors and to advertise or promote it to adults.

The move comes after a petition calling for a ban on conversion therapy gained over 200,000 signatures.

Conversion therapy has been widely criticized by medical professionals and LGBTQ+ organizations, who say it is harmful and can lead to depression, anxiety, and even suicide.

The proposed bill would also provide funding for organizations that provide support to individuals who have undergone conversion therapy.

The Canadian government has been under pressure to take action on the issue, with many calling for a ban on the practice.

The article was published on February 22, 2023.