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SameSex Marriage

A couple in Winnipeg has tied the knot in what is believed to be a first in Canada: a same-sex marriage performed at a conservative synagogue. Arthur Blankstein and Kenneth Ure were married Saturday evening in a ceremony at the Shaarey Zedek synagogue, which is one of the oldest in Western Canada and is known for its strong ties to tradition. Blankstein and his partner were married in a civil ceremony eight years ago and were looking forward to a religious ceremony. Executive director at the synagogue, Ian Staniloff said attitudes are changing, especially towards the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community.

Story was last updated at: 2012-02-06 09:53:05