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Politicians claim Kelowna councillor’s column ‘promotes religion over inclusion’

“He is not being cancelled. He is being called out,” said Norah Bowman, professor of social issues
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City councillor Ron Cannan at a Stand with Ukraine event on Oct. 14, in Kelowna. (Jordy Cunningham/Capital News)

UPDATE: 11:50 a.m.

The City of Kelowna released a statement Thursday morning regarding Councillor Ron Cannan’s recent column published to an online media, claiming the opinions of Cannan are his personal views and do not represent the views of Kelowna City Council.

“Members of council and the public have shared their concerns with me regarding Councillor Cannan’s viewpoints and we are disappointed that he has used his elected position as a City Councillor in this way.

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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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