The BBMC stands in unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people. The decision to ban Kneecap from entering the country due to their support for Palestine is a blatant attack on artistic expression and political dissent. We condemn this censorship and call for the protection of both free speech and the right to stand with oppressed communities everywhere.
Canada’s decision to bar the artists of Kneecap for their political views sets a dangerous precedent. It weaponizes border control to silence dissent and suppress solidarity with oppressed peoples. This undermines free expression, chills political speech, and erodes the democratic values Canada claims to uphold.
The BC Civil Liberties Association is running a petition here:
