Mayor's statement on hate in Clarington

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“We are seeing a rise in personal attacks, hateful rhetoric, and threatening behaviour, both online and in our community.

This is not debate or dialogue. These comments are meant to harm. They spread disinformation, target individuals, and are designed to create fear and divide our community.

Clarington residents and staff – our friends and neighbours – have been doxxed and subjected to racist, discriminatory, and threatening posts. This is unacceptable.

Harassment and hate undermine the values we stand for. If we ignore it, we allow it to grow.

Enough is enough. Everyone in Clarington deserves to feel safe and welcome. Our community is built on respect, fairness, and inclusion. Each of us has a responsibility to uphold those values.

Choose respect over hostility. Speak up when you see hate. Get your facts from a trustworthy source. If you see hate, speak up and report it. Defend the victims.

Hate has no home in Clarington.”