Statement from Mayor Brian Bowman on Return of Kings possible presence in Winnipeg

Released: February 2, 2016 at 2:31 p.m.

Winnipeg, MB - All our residents need to feel safe regardless of their gender, sexuality, ethnicity or faith.

In Winnipeg, we embrace tolerance, diversity, acceptance, and a desire to help others.

I have no interest in offering a platform for the types of violent and harmful views espoused by Mr. Valizadeh and his organization. I am deeply disturbed by many of his statements and I denounce them unequivocally.

The Winnipeg Police Service is aware of this organization’s intended plans and will be monitoring its activity.

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