Community Groups Rally Against Saskatchewan's Controversial Pronoun Legislation
On November 7, 2025, multiple community organizations came together at the Artesian in Regina to voice their strong opposition to Bill 137, Saskatchewan's recently passed pronoun legislation. The event featured emotional testimonies from community members and served as a platform to pressure Regina school trustees to reject implementation of the controversial policy.
Emotional Testimonies Highlight Policy Concerns
The gathering provided a space for individuals to share personal stories about how the pronoun law could impact vulnerable youth in Saskatchewan. Participants emphasized the importance of creating inclusive environments where all students feel safe to express their identity. The central message echoed throughout the evening was that "everyone should get to be themselves," highlighting what organizers see as the fundamental flaw in the legislation.
Call to Action for Regina School Trustees
Organizers and attendees specifically directed their concerns toward Regina school trustees, urging them to refuse compliance with Bill 137. The event served as both a protest and an educational opportunity, with participants discussing strategies for resisting the policy's implementation within local schools. The November 7th gathering marked a significant mobilization effort by groups concerned about the law's potential impact on LGBTQ students and their rights to self-identification.
The protest comes amid ongoing debates across Canada about pronoun policies in educational settings. Similar legislation in other provinces has faced legal challenges and widespread opposition from human rights organizations, educators, and medical professionals who argue such policies endanger vulnerable youth.
