# From Persecution to Pride in Toronto

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Podcast: [Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/winnipieg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7668474)
Published: 2026-06-20T19:21:19+00:00
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## Resource

Terry-Kay Walker, a 38-year-old transgender woman fleeing life-threatening persecution in Jamaica, found safety in Canada after a harrowing attack left her shot in the leg — an act she believes targeted her gender identity. Escaping escalating violence and harassment, she was aided by Rainbow Railroad, which saw a 20,000+ surge in applications last year amid global anti-LGBTQ+ crackdowns. Her journey to refuge was fraught: a failed attempt to reach Amsterdam, a U.S. asylum program later shut down, and finally, approval through Canada’s Government Assisted Refugees program. Now, despite looming threats from funding cuts and restrictive immigration policies, Walker is preparing to celebrate her first Pride in Toronto — a powerful symbol of resilience and hope for a future where safety isn’t a luxury but a right. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0434a6ff64b186db

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