The 2SLGBTQIA+ Politicians Forum 2026
Connecting Leaders. Building Solidarity. Shaping the Future.
After a hiatus, the International Day of Pink is proud to announce the return of the national 2SLGBTQIA+ Politicians Forum. This unique, non-partisan gathering brings together queer and trans elected officials from every level of government—from school boards and municipalities to provincial, territorial, and federal offices.
In an era of shifting global and domestic challenges, this forum serves as a vital space for our leaders to connect, share strategies, and build the solidarity needed to champion equity across Canada.
Event Details
📅 Date: July 28, 2026
📍 Location: Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) | Winnipeg, MB
🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Followed by a closed-door reception)
🎟️ Registration: [RSVP HERE]
Featured Keynotes
We are deeply honored to welcome two trailblazers who paved the way for 2SLGBTQIA+ representation in Canadian history: Svend Robinson & Libby Davies
Canada’s First Openly 2SLGBTQIA+ Parliamentarians Join Svend and Libby as they share reflections on decades of advocacy, the evolution of queer rights in the House of Commons, and their vision for the next generation of political leadership.
Program Highlights
The forum is designed to be interactive, collaborative, and deeply rooted in our shared history.
The LGBT Purge Gallery: A guided, reflective tour of the Love in a Dangerous Time exhibition at the CMHR.
Collaborative Panels: Deep dives into municipal, provincial, and federal policy-sharing and cross-partisan strategy.
Closed-Door Reception: An intimate networking evening for elected officials to connect without the cameras.
A Note on Logistics
The International Day of Pink is proud to offer free registration for 2SLGBTQIA+ elected officials. There will be limited grants for additional attendees, as well as some support for travel & accommodations.
Our 2026 Co-Chairs
This year’s forum is led by a dedicated non-partisan committee:
Logan Oxenham, MLA (Manitoba)
Ernie Klassen, MP (British Columbia)
More to be announced shortly
Ready to join the conversation?
Secure your spot among Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders. Space is limited due to the nature of the venue.
