For Immediate Release
Toronto, May 9, 2003… The League for Human Rights of B’nai Brith Canada has expressed concern over the unfortunate remarks made by MP Elsie Wayne about the activities of the Gay and Lesbian community.
Professor Stephen Scheinberg, National Chair of the League, stated:
“These remarks were inappropriate and failed to take into account the sensitivities of the Gay and Lesbian community. We call upon the MP to refrain from making such statements.
The Progressive Conservative Party has been known for promoting diversity in Canada, not only on the basis of sexual orientation, but also with regard to other protected grounds, such as gender, disability, and race. Wayne’s comments were a regrettable departure from this record of tolerance.”
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Joseph Ben-Ami, Director of Communications at 613-294-7313
Rochelle Wilner at 416-254-1010
Frank Dimant at 416-802-1057
B’nai Brith has been active in Canada since 1875 as the community’s foremost advocacy and volunteer organization.
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