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Candidate Pledge

If you are a candidate in the upcoming Ottawa 2022 election, please consider taking our pledge to support 2SLGBTQI+ communities. 2SLGBTQI+ inclusive elected officials are integral to tackling systemic homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. By taking this pledge, you affirm your support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities, health, safety and rights.

Share your pledge - download our printable pledge.

As a candidate in the Ottawa 2022 election, I pledge to:
  • Ensure a zero-tolerance policy for homophobia, transphobia and biphobia on my team and in my campaign. 
  • Advocate for the human rights and inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ people within the City of Ottawa and within municipal 
  • Confront and condemn homophobia, biphobia and transphobia in all its forms to the best of my capacity.

Signed,

Candidates Ottawa

Want to show your support?

We developed a questionnaire with our coalition of 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and community leaders. You can complete the questionnaire here: