Description: A coalition of progressive Toronto organizations is holding a non-confrontational rally and march on Sunday, February 20, beginning at 1 pm at Toronto City Hall.
We reject the politics of division and hate; we honour healthcare workers who have stood so courageously and tirelessly to support other Canadians; we believe deeply in equity, human rights and social solidarity with all communities and all those who work on the front lines and behind the front lines; we affirm the need for fair, consistent public health measures and a strong foundation of public services for every community; and we believe that every person has the right to decent conditions of work and re
All who share this land are valued – we will differ on how to address the impact of the pandemic and deep inequalities within our society, but we must embrace our shared humanity as we strive to secure a fair and just future for all.
We will challenge those who have created an atmosphere of division and disrespect, particularly those who have subjected healthcare workers to abuse over many months. We will challenge all those in political office who have enabled or supported these disruptive tactics designed to intimidate others. We will challenge those here, and south of our border, whose wealth is being used to create a dangerous political movement that will likely focus its hate on immigrants, Indigenous peoples, workers, and equity d