The public is invited to attend a gathering on Tuesday to honour the victims of the Quebec City mosque shooting and to demonstrate support for the local Muslim community.
On Sunday night gunmen entered a Quebec mosque and opened fire on the faithful as they prayed. Six people were killed and 19 were injured.
Not long after the attack made the news, many Victorians left flowers and messages of support outside Victoria’s mosque.
Masjid Al-Iman posted a video to Facebook shortly after the attack with this message, “Whilst the news of the deadly shooting at a Mosque in Quebec is still fresh, this is the scene outside our local Mosque. The wonderful people of Victoria never cease to amaze me.”
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In memory of the victims, the City is flying the Canadian flag at half-mast until further notice.
“Victoria is an inclusive, caring community,” noted Mayor Lisa Helps. “We are coming together to show solidarity and support for our Muslim brothers and sisters.”
A vigil will be held at City Hall flag pole on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. to show solidarity with the Muslim community.
When: Tuesday, January 31, at 11 a.m.
Where: Victoria City Hall Flag Pole