"Coun. Michael Thompson stated that the motion is a way to prevent the city from becoming a divisive place, aiming to reduce tensions stemming from global issues affecting local communities."
"The original flag policy, introduced in 1999, permitted the raising of flags from nations recognized by Global Affairs Canada and flags of non-profit organizations upon request."
"Recent flag raisings have stirred conflict, including a 2024 event where shouting erupted between Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israeli protestors at Nathan Phillips Square."
Toronto city council voted 19 to 7 to stop raising flags of foreign nations at city hall and civic centres, effective December 1. The motion, titled One Canada, One Flag, was proposed by Coun. Jon Burnside to address tensions stemming from global issues affecting local communities. The original flag policy allowed flags from recognized nations and non-profit organizations. Recent flag raisings, including those for the Israeli and Palestinian flags, have led to conflicts among local communities, prompting the council's decision to reduce divisiveness.
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