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A Facebook post celebrating Edmonton’s youth fellowship program sparked a wave of racist backlash, forcing the city to remove it — but officials and community members are standing firm. Mayor Andrew Knack called out the hate, saying such individuals have no place in Edmonton, while city staff offer mental health support to affected interns. Despite the ugliness, city workers are rallying behind the program, which continues to honor young contributors — and the July showcase is still on. Officials also reaffirmed their support for immigration, distancing themselves from past “open-border” policies. This incident highlights the growing tension in the city’s political climate — and the urgent need for anti-racism action.

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