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Toronto City Councillor Moise Accused of Racist Remarks at City Hall
Toronto City Councillor Chris Moise is under fire for allegedly calling a resident a racist and white supremacist. The accusations stem from a 2023 committee meeting regarding the renaming of Yonge-Dundas Square to Sankofa Square.
The controversy arose during a City Hall committee meeting on January 16, 2023, concerning the proposed renaming of Yonge-Dundas Square. Daniel Tate, a resident of Moise's ward, spoke before the committee to oppose the name change. Tate argued that historical claims against Henry Dundas were inaccurate and that Dundas had, in fact, supported abolition. Councillor Moise responded to Tate's testimony by accusing him of racism. Following the meeting, Moise allegedly labelled Tate a white supremacist.
Key Facts
- Toronto City Councillor Chris Moise is accused of making racist remarks towards a resident.
- The incident occurred during a January 16, 2023, committee meeting at City Hall.
- The meeting was focused on the potential renaming of Yonge-Dundas Square to Sankofa Square.
- Daniel Tate, a resident of Moise's ward, spoke against the renaming.
- Moise allegedly called Tate a racist during his testimony.
- After the meeting, Moise is accused of calling Tate a white supremacist.
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- Toronto Sun — LILLEY: Chris Moise violated city code with racist accusation but still won't apologize