Federal Budget 2024

Our Take on Budget 2024: Queer Advocacy Works. More action needed.

Over the last year, tens of thousands of people across Canada, alongside queer civil society and our allies, have spoken up urging the Government of Canada to address anti-2SLGBTQIA+ hate. Queer Momentum’s #Act4QueerSafety campaign has been a key part of this work.

Today, our advocacy bore fruit: Budget 2024 included $12 million over 5 years in funding to address anti-queer and anti-trans hate. This is an important win for queer people. A win worth celebrating. And it wouldn’t have happened without you - your voice and your advocacy. For that, we thank you ❤️.

There are other positive commitments around funding for Pride festivals and investments in housing, dental care, pharmacare, and a (too) small disability benefit, all of which will help make life easier for many 2SLGBTQIA+ people.

Now for the difficult side: the anti-hate investments, while laudable, fall short of what our communities need. The modern resurgence of homophobia and transphobia requires deep and sustained action. The Government’s actions are a good first step, designed to avoid criticism, but queer and trans advocates need to continue building pressure for more sustained and long-term support for our communities. The government needs to defend a more free and equal Canada, for queer people and all our families. So much is at stake.

Beyond hate, we saw no new investments to meaningfully sustain 2SLGBTQIA+ community and social service organizations beyond previous commitments. That is, simply put, a disappointment and a missed opportunity.

What this tells us: we must keep advocating for a more free and equal Canada. We must raise up our voices and demand action. Fortunately, that’s what Queer Momentum is all about.

Next week, we’re unveiling our biggest advocacy initiative ever - of national scale. So stay tuned, and get ready to show this government - and elected officials at every level - that our movement is ready to fight for the Canada we all deserve.

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RFP - Communications

Momentum is seeking proposals from qualified communications and design firms or independent practitioners to lead a comprehensive rebrand. This includes the development of a new visual identity, refined messaging framework, and a suite of practical tools and assets to support both day-to-day communications and high-impact advocacy work.

This work is being undertaken alongside the launch of a new strategic plan. As Momentum enters its third year, the organization is experiencing rapid growth and increased national visibility. This rebrand is intended to define its next phase of development and position Momentum clearly as Canada’s leading 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy organization.

The selected partner will be expected to deliver a cohesive and adaptable brand system that reflects the organization’s role in shaping public discourse and mobilizing communities. Proponents have an option to include the development of a new Wordpress-based website. See Appendix A for further details.

We're Hiring! Fundraising Manager

The Society of Queer Momentum is seeking a Fundraising Manager to lead the organization’s fundraising, donor engagement, and philanthropy strategy.

We're Hiring: Communications Specialist

The Society of Queer Momentum is seeking a full-time Communications Specialist to help lead the organization’s communications, campaigns, and public profile. This is a one-year contract, with anticipated start date in early June 2026

This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) with a $70,000 salary and two weeks (10 days) vacation.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications Specialist will play a central role in shaping how Momentum communicates with supporters, partners, media, and the broader public. This role is responsible for delivering strong, strategic, and high-quality communications that advance advocacy goals, support organizing and campaign work, strengthen Momentum’s brand, and help grow the organization’s reach and impact across Canada.

This position is suited to someone who is politically aware, strategically minded, highly organized, and deeply committed to 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and issues. The successful candidate will bring strong judgment, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-moving environment.