Sean Feucht facing more concert permit uncertainty for second leg of Canadian tour
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National Post contacted the site managers for the five shows between Aug. 20 and 24, all of whom are still in the process of reviewing the applications.
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The show that seems most likely to proceed is at South Bandshell on the Alberta legislature grounds in Edmonton on Aug. 22.
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In an email, Infrastructure Alberta said organizers are working through their event permit application. It had previously told the Edmonton Journal that the application was incomplete and the Ministry was 'taking steps to help organizers submit a complete application.'
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According to the provincial guidelines, performances require specific approval and anything associated with 'ministry initiatives… may be considered on a case-by-case basis.' All applicants are required to carry at least $2 million in liability insurance and include a security plan, among other requirements.
'Alberta is committed to supporting and respecting everyone's right to free speech,' the ministry wrote to National Post. 'We have a duty to uphold these rights and freedoms, regardless of an individual's religious or political beliefs. The Government of Alberta does not engage in shutting down or censoring law-abiding events.'
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A spokesperson for the city said they are still reviewing the application from BURN Canada, the Canadian arm of the Burn 24-7 worship and prayer movement founded by Feucht in 2005.
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Feucht, a 41-year-old married father of four from California, describes himself as a musician, missionary, author and activist. However, his religious and political views — including his stance on abortion, gender, the LGBT community and COVID-19 mask and vaccine mandates — are what led to much of the discord last week. He's also been closely affiliated with the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement and is a passionate supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump.
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The City of Saskatoon, where Feucht and company are promoting an Aug. 21 show at Diefenbaker Park, is taking another look at the application it initially approved.
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'The City is currently reviewing the application again and any changes to the event will come after consultation with our special events team including the Saskatoon Police Service,' the spokesperson wrote.
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