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Does the men's equality movement need charity status?

This week CAFE (The Canadian Association For Equality) sent out a press release saying it was the first men's issues group to be granted deemed a registered charity by the Canadian government. The group often draws protests when it holds public events as some critics say its mandate is less about protecting men's rights than disputing those of women, but...
This week CAFE (The Canadian Association For Equality) sent out a press release saying it was the first men's issues group to be granted deemed a registered charity by the Canadian government. The group often draws protests when it holds public events as some critics say its mandate is less about protecting men's rights than disputing those of women, but board member Adam McPhee says the group's new status will help ensure true men's equality and access to services in Canada. 

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