JOURNAL ARTICLE

EQUAL UNDER THE LAW.

  • Published In: Canada's History, 2025, v. 105, n. 3. P. 28 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Guly, Christopher 3 of 3

Abstract

The article from Canada's History discusses the pivotal law that expanded the definition of "spouse" to include same-sex partners in Canada, leading to the legalization of gay marriage. The Modernization of Benefits and Obligations Act, passed in 2000, amended federal statutes to grant gay and lesbian common-law couples equal rights. The article highlights the legal battles and activism of individuals like Stanley Moore and Pierre Soucy, who fought for equality and recognition of same-sex relationships in Canada. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Canada's History. 2025/06, Vol. 105, Issue 3, p28
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1920-9894
  • Accession Number:185142865
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