Mississauga Mayor Crombie Condemns Anti-Pride Rally Planned in the City
Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie has expressed her strong opposition to an anti-Pride rally scheduled to take place in the city. A banner advertising a “Haya Day Prade” was discovered in Mississauga, indicating that the parade, which appears to be targeting the 2SLGBTQI+ community, is set for July 15 at 1 p.m. in Celebration Square.
Although the organizers behind the rally remain unidentified, social media posts have shed light on its anti-2SLGBTQI+ sentiments. The event, if carried out, could potentially disrupt the Philippine Festival Mississauga, which has officially booked Celebration Square on July 15 and 16.
Mayor Crombie, in response to this news, issued a statement today, expressing her profound disappointment regarding the rally. Emphasizing her belief in inclusivity, acceptance, and equality, she strongly denounced the event and any actions that promote discrimination or undermine the rights and dignity of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Crombie revealed that she has communicated her concerns to both the Peel Regional Police and the City of Mississauga’s security personnel. However, as Celebration Square is a public space, the event cannot be halted unless the group is found to be in violation of the law.
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