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Kelowna residents shocked by apparent Nazi salute at anti-SOGI march

Counter-protesters were subject to hate speech, violence and aggression at the rally

Kelowna residents are speaking out after witnessing overt displays of hatred at last week’s 1 Million March For Children event.

On Sept. 20, approximately 500 people gathered in downtown Kelowna to march for the abolition of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) education and resources in public schools.

There was a comparatively small group of counter-protesters at the rally as Kelowna’s queer advocacy groups and leaders issued a statement prior to the event suggesting that people stay away due to the risk of violence.

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Jacqueline Gelineau

About the Author: Jacqueline Gelineau

I'm a reporter in the beginning stages of my career. I joined the team at Capital News in November 2021...
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