We, the Elected Officials of the Town of Comox, City of Courtenay, Village of Cumberland, and Comox Valley Regional District condemn the hatred fueled by the blockade of the Inland Island Highway on Monday, February 10, 2020.
While we recognize the right to protest under The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms Section 2(c) – Freedom of peaceful assembly, we denounce the actions that ensued.
Intolerance and racism are not acceptable. We call on all members of our community to reject hateful comments and actions on social media and elsewhere.
If you are aware of specific threats to members of our community, please contact the Comox Valley RCMP at (250) 338-1321.
Sincerely,
Board Chair Jesse Ketler, Comox Valley Regional District
Mayor Bob Wells, City of Courtenay
Mayor Russ Arnott, Town of Comox
Mayor Leslie Baird, Village of Cumberland
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Comox Valley Regional District
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