The municipal council unanimously adopted a declaration of solidarity and commitment regarding racial profiling and violence against Black, Arab, and racialized individuals.
It reaffirms that racial profiling, discrimination, violence, and abuse of power are incompatible with the values of Montreal. It expresses its solidarity with the residents of Montreal-North and with all individuals who have experienced discriminatory or unfair treatment.
The council requests that the ongoing independent investigation be conducted with rigor and transparency, and that its findings and recommendations be made public as soon as possible. It also commits to following the case and asking the Montreal Police Service for the necessary measures to restore and strengthen public trust.
The declaration reaffirms the right of every person to be treated with dignity, safety, and respect, regardless of their background, skin color, religion, language, or neighborhood. It commits the council to support the fight against racial profiling and to strengthen accountability. It does not specify concrete measures or a timeline.
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