Vancouver

He paid for a billboard to express his love for J.K. Rowling’s abhorrent views on trans women. When they took it down, he decided to wear it.

The billboard supported J.K. Rowling for her anti-transgender comments – but not for long.

One of the street preachers allegedly “judo-slammed” the victim to the ground, leaving him permanently disabled.

Despite the suspect being charged with a hate crime, the judge overlooked the family and prosecutor’s requests. “It’s like her being murdered all over again,” her mom says.

“I regret standing against marriage equality, for not affirming you and your place in the church. I hope you can forgive me.”

Police released security video in order to identify the attacker, and another gay couple say the same man almost attacked them.

“So for any of you who don’t believe in equality that are here this evening, come to mama.”

Take Pride as you cross these colorful streets in cities willing to stand up for the LGBTQ community with permanent, visible signs of support.

A 13-year-old transgender girl was punched in the face repeatedly by a male classmate and her family says the school isn’t doing enough to keep her safe.