‘Reclaiming, healing and remembering’: London, Ont. community honours Afzaal family
On Monday, London, Ont., will continue to remember four members of a Muslim family and the anniversary of their death in what authorities have called a hate-motivated attack.
“I think we all know where we were one year ago,” said London Mayor Ed Holder, reflecting on the anniversary of the attack. “It’s one of those moments in history where something is so compelling, and it touches you in such a unique way.” “I am hopeful and supportive,” said Holder. “ all the legislation in the world does not fix prejudice does not fix racism, it makes some steps from an education standpoint and it’s a positive symbol.”Looking at the impact left on the community, Anwer said that this past year has been a time of healing.
organized by the Youth Coalition Combatting Islamophobia, will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Memorial Plaza .after Ishaa prayer at 10:30 p.m. at the North London Islamic Centre . South Carriage Road at Hyde Park will be closed as of 8 a.m. and access will be limited to local residents only on Prince of Wales at Gainsborough Road as of 3 p.m.
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