André Givogue Testifying at The National Citizens Inquiry

Kitchener Hearings Day 2, June 20 2025

Jul 01, 2025

Kitchener Hearings, Day 2 | 🎥 Watch my full testimony (starts at 7:48:42)

André Givogue Testifying at The National Citizens Inquiry, Kitchener Hearings Day 2, June 20 2025

On June 20, 2025, I had the honour of testifying at the National Citizens Inquiry (NCI) during the Kitchener hearings. This fourth round of NCI hearings was focused on a vital question: “Are Your Children Safe in Canada?”

My presentation began at 7 hours, 48 minutes, and 42 seconds into Day 2 of the broadcast and it was one of the most meaningful opportunities I’ve had to share my story publicly.

In my testimony, I spoke about the legal implications of compelled disclosure of genetic-related information, and how such policies can lead to genetic discrimination. I raised broader concerns about privacy, informed consent, and bodily autonomy; not just for adults, but for the long-term future of our children.

Because if we allow the government, or any institution, to demand deeply personal genetic information under threat of punishment or exclusion, what precedent does that set for our children?

If we as Canadians, and especially as parents, lose the ability to protect that boundary today, our kids may grow up in a Canada where medical privacy, genetic integrity, and the right to say “no” no longer exist.

My goal in testifying was to put these unresolved legal and human rights questions, around privacy, bodily autonomy, and the right to be heard, on the public record.

Through public awareness, I hope we can open the door to stronger protections for all Canadians, especially for future generations.

Watch My Testimony Here (Precise Start Time: 7h48m42s)

Watch André Givogue’s Testimony

Why the NCI Matters

The National Citizens Inquiry is a citizen-led and citizen-funded initiative that was first launched in 2023 to examine Canada’s response to COVID-19. Its purpose is threefold:

To listen – to Canadians impacted by government mandates and to experts who challenge the official narrative.
To learn – what went right, what went wrong, and what lessons we must take forward.
To recommend – how we can protect rights, improve governance, and uphold trust in the face of national crises.

This year's theme asked a vital question: “Are children safe in Canada?” And that resonated deeply with me, because beyond the legal arguments and technical language, this fight is about really about protecting the future of my kids and yours.

A Night to Remember

Later that evening, my wife and I attended the NCI Awards Gala, a powerful celebration of Canadians who’ve stood up for truth, transparency, and accountability. I felt humbled to be among so many people of courage, principle, and integrity, each playing their part to push back against injustice and stand up for what’s right.

Being heard, sharing my story, and placing my testimony into the public record, unfiltered and unedited, was both emotional and empowering. I was reminded that I’m not alone. Many others across this country are fighting legal, moral, and societal battles of their own, often in silence. The NCI gave us all a voice.