Flags lowered to half-mast in memory of the tragic event in London, Ontario
The City of Oshawa has lowered its flags to half-mast at City Hall and City facilities to honour the victims of the tragic event that place in London, Ontario on Sunday, June 6.
Flags have been lowered at City facilities until sunset today to honour the four Muslim family members whose lives were tragically taken in what has been described as an intentional act of hate.
“On behalf of City Council and the City of Oshawa, we express our sincere condolences to family, friends and colleagues who are mourning the passing of loved ones in this weekend’s tragic event,” said Mayor Carter. “Additionally, I reached out to the Mayor of the City of London to offer our sympathies and support during this difficult time.”
“As leaders and as a community, we must continue to listen with the intent to understand and expand our knowledge so we can continue to address issues of hate, racism and violence,” added Mayor Carter