In the first 24 since being displayed, five Pride banners in Langford were vandalized, according to a councillor.
Fellow councillors Colby Harder and Keith Yacucha also shared their disappointment in the banners being vandalized.. “Thank you for being a strong voice against this display of bigotry in Langford.”Earlier in the day, the same three councillors shared on Twitter their excitement for seeing an increased Pride celebration in the city.
“No matter the month, everyone deserves to feel safe & empowered to be their truest selves,” said Harder. “We have come a long way but I know there’s so much more to do & that these flags are just the start.”CHEK Newsletter Sign up for the CHEK Now daily email newsletter to get breaking news and the day's top stories sent to your email.What gives me hope is seeing the youth in our city lead the way, showing that we CAN be a city that stands up against hate, discrimination & violence towards the 2SLGBTQ+ community.“I’m thrilled to see increased visibility this year,” Guiry said. “In the past our family has admittedly felt disconnected in Langford.
Happy Pride Month Langford! I’m thrilled to see increased visibility this year. In the past our family has admittedly felt disconnected in Langford. I feel like we are on a path towards more connections within the Westshore LGBTQIA2S+ community and fellow allies.
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