Description
The Canada School of Public Service and Health Canada invite you to participate in an interactive and stimulating event on the history and future of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, 2-spirited, Plus (LGBTQ2+) inclusion in the federal public service.
The session includes a viewing of the critically acclaimed Canadian documentary, The Fruit Machine, followed by a discussion with 3 compelling panellists:
- Sarah Fodey, Filmmaker
- Michelle Douglas, Executive Director, LGBT Purge Fund
- Peter Linkletter, Federal Public Service Executive Champion for the Positive Space Initiative
The event provides an opportunity to gain insight and knowledge about the LGBT purge, a difficult chapter in Canada's history—when the Government of Canada viewed homosexuality as grounds for surveillance and interrogation, and federal employees and members of the Canadian Armed Forces were investigated.
As part of its LGBT purge, the military fired Michelle Douglas in 1989, despite her exemplary service record. The documentary, The Fruit Machine, by filmmaker Sarah Fodey, tells Michelle's story, along with those of many others.
An Employee Assistance Services counsellor will be on-site during the event should anyone require support due to the subject matter of the film and the discussion. Employees participating by webcast are encouraged to access the Employee Assistance Program as needed.
Speakers
- Michelle Douglas, Executive Director, LGBT Purge Fund
- Sarah Fodey, Filmmaker
- Peter Linkletter, Federal Public Service Executive Champion for the Positive Space Initiative and Assistant Deputy Minister Lead, CSC Comprehensive Review, Correctional Services Canada
Moderator
Nathalie Laviades-Jodouin, Director General, Respectful and Inclusive Workplace, and Champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Canada School of Public Service
