A series of protests against Drag Queen story hours in recent weeks has made the city of Calgary act to try and stop them.
Described as protests of hate by Mayor Jyoti Gondek, the city’is asking that council immediately approve the new
If the bylaw is approved, one who impedes or attempts to impede someone from entering a facility could face a $500 fine.Ward 7 councillor Terry Wong believes council will have to address several questions when it debates Tuesday. Wong adds that he would like to see city hall covered under the bylaw, with frequent protests and events held there and possibly expand the buffer zone.“If it's a gathering like this, 100 meters is more than sufficient. I think it's relative to the threat that's in front of us.
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