Northern Ont. politician rejects flying Pride flag, says it represents a 'splinter group'
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A recent decision by the northern Ontario community of East Ferris, near North Bay, not to fly the Pride flag isn’t sitting well with some.
A recent decision by the northern Ontario community of East Ferris, near North Bay, not to fly the Pride flag isn’t sitting well with some.
The small council voted 3-2 against in three separate votes recently.
While she supported flying the Pride flag, Mayor Pauline Rochefort stands by council’s decision.
“Although there was different points of view on this matter, we walk away unified,” she told CTV News.
“We believe in inclusiveness and tolerance and it is at the heart of our community … These are different points of views with respect to a flag, but I would say East Ferris is a very welcoming community for all citizens.”
Coun. Terry Kelly said he voted ‘no’ because the flag doesn’t represent a large enough section of the community’s population.
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