Last week, I shared a message with you on standing against hate and discrimination, which is unfortunately on the rise for several communities. Sadly, I’m writing you again today because of the terrible act of violence in London, Ont. which claimed the lives of four family members and injured a young child. Three generations of...
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Standing Against Hate and Discrimination – A Message from The City Manager
In the month of June, we celebrate the diversity and culture of our city through many events like Pride Month, Indigenous Peoples Month and Day, AccessAbility Week and Seniors Month. As one of the most diverse cities in the world, we have the opportunity to celebrate our differences and educate ourselves about our many communities...
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Mourning 215 Indigenous Children
Tomorrow is the start of Indigenous Peoples Month, a time to honour the history, heritage and valuable contributions of the vibrant and diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities here today. Sadly, this year’s celebrations are marred by the horrific discovery, announced last week, of 215 children buried in an unmarked grave at Kamloops Indian...