Gender justice groups in British Columbia seek to repeal a law limiting name changes for serious offenders.

Gender justice groups in British Columbia are advocating for the repeal of the Name Amendment Act, which restricts individuals convicted of serious Criminal Code offenses from changing their names. Critics, including the Gender-Affirming Healthcare and the Canadian Bar Association's BC branch, argue that the legislation harms vulnerable populations, such as transgender and Indigenous individuals, as well as survivors of gender-based violence, who often need legal name changes for safety and identity.

November 07, 2024
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