🧵 It has been 5 years since a gunman entered the Quebec City Mosque. Six Muslims lost their lives and others were injured. Today, we observe the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia.
I remember this dark day in our history. I was in Ottawa working as a federal minister, and I will never forget the despair, fear and trauma that my Muslim friends and colleagues were feeling. Canada would never be the same again.
In honour of the memory of the victims, in recognition of those who selflessly and courageously put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and in solidarity with the survivors, I am participating in @nccm’s Green Square campaign today.
There is no place for Islamophobia or any other form of hate-based violence in #YEG, in Canada, or anywhere. Our city has seen a rise in Islamophobic violence, especially against Black Muslim women, recently. We must come together to denounce these forms of oppression.
The @CityofEdmonton High Level Bridge will be lit in green tonight as we mourn the victims and hold space for survivors. I will be continuing my outreach with the #YEG Muslim community, and my heart is with those affected. We will never forget.
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