Online attacks against 2SLGBTQIA+ community members continue in Central Okanagan
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“We will not tolerate hate, intimidation or violence for any reason including against trans and 2SLGBTQIA+ people,” City of Kelowna.Events like this past weekend’s Drag Story Time at the Okanagan Regional Library in downtown Kelowna are among the most recent events targeted by online hate.Protests and verbal attacks have also been seen at other local library branches, businesses and performers. Freida Whales, who is hosting the upcoming Drag Story Time, said she is disappointed.
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