The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, unveiled the exhibit Standing Up, Standing Out: Selections from the National Portrait Collection of The ArQuives on the Château Laurier terrace

“I’m proud to unveil this exhibit honouring exceptional individuals whose tireless efforts helped protect and advance the rights of people in LGBTQ2 communities. Without their efforts and dedication, we wouldn’t really be able to talk about Canadian diversity. These pioneers paved the way to a more just society and a stronger Canada.”

—The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism

“Respecting and protecting the rights of every individual is at the very heart of our Canadian society and identity. An exhibit like this is an excellent example of the struggle for inclusion and diversity. The efforts of these dedicated trailblazers have helped to improve the quality of life for all of us. We can all be proud of these Canadians.”

—Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament (Edmonton Centre), and Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 Issues

“The ArQuives team is pleased to display part of its national portrait collection in Ottawa and to have this opportunity to highlight Canada’s LGBTQ2 history.”

—Raegan Swanson, Executive Director, The ArQuives

• Every summer, in addition to offering a picturesque and majestic view, the Château Laurier terrace hosts an exhibit that highlights aspects of Canadian society or milestones in Canadian history.

• The exhibit Standing Up, Standing Out: Selections from the National Portrait Collection of The ArQuives will be on display all summer, until the end of October, on the Château Laurier terrace. It was developed by Canadian Heritage in partnership with The ArQuives.

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• Exhibit on the Château Laurier terrace

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Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism
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