Sainte-Foy Mosque Vigil

Until tonight, I’d never attended a march, rally, protest, or similar event. Tonights' vigil for the victims of the Sainte-Foy mosque was my first.

It was everything it should have been. A major theme of solidarity, transcending religious lines. Rejection of terrorism, both domestic and foreign. Speeches by religious leaders, including Jewish and Indigenous. Calls to stand against misogyny, racism, xenophobia, isolation, and hatred. Lots of people of all ethnicities, including lots of white people (as is Calgary), and thanks to everyone for their show of support. Explicit mentions of humanism. Clear anti-Trump message. Spontaneous singing of O Canada.

It probably won’t be the only one.