Mayor Carolyn Parrish Condemns Weekend Violence

Mississauga –  I am deeply disappointed by the acts of violence that occurred this past weekend  outside places of worship in Mississauga and Brampton. As your Mayor, I firmly uphold  the principles of inclusivity, acceptance, and equity, and I unequivocally denounce this  violence. I stand resolutely against any actions or events that promote violence,  discrimination, or undermine the rights and dignity of our community members. 

Our community prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates our  diverse population. Hatred in any form is unacceptable, and we will not tolerate any  actions that limit our residents’ ability to live free from discrimination. Free speech is a  fundamental right we cherish as Canadians, but hate speech and harassment will not  be tolerated in Mississauga or anywhere else. 

A statement from Mayor Carolyn Parrish condemning this past weekend’s violence.

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— City of Mississauga (@citymississauga) November 4, 2024

Thank you, Chief Nish, the Peel Regional Police and to our City By-law Enforcement  and Security Services for your swift response in protecting our community and your  ongoing efforts to ensure our safety. We respect the right to peaceful and safe protests  but will not tolerate violence and criminal acts. Those involved in committing acts of  violence must be held accountable. 

SOURCE City of Mississauga