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CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
Tisdale mayor personally offering $1000 to double reward for info about vandalized crosswalk
The Town of Tisdale is not only condemning vandalism that defaced a Pride crosswalk with a black swastika, it's also offering a $2,000 reward to find who is responsible. 'The first thing that goes through your mind is how disappointed I am in these individuals who acted before they even thought about what they actually did. They didn't think it through,' Mayor Roy Skoglund said. Pictures posted to social media show a Pride crosswalk painted by Tisdale Middle and Secondary School students, in collaboration with Suncrest College, earlier in the week was vandalized and noticed by people walking into work on Thursday. The town is offering $1,000 for information that leads to charges, but that's not enough for Skoglund, who is putting up $1,000 of his own money to double the reward to $2,000. 'It just hits home with me,' Skoglund. 'I'm really disappointed.' Rainbow crosswalk (Photo: Tisdale Rant and Rave/Facebook) Tisdale RCMP are investigating and believe the swastika was painted sometime between 9:45 p.m. Wednesday night and 4 a.m. Thursday morning. The vandalism is being met with shock and disappointment across the community. 'For my kids to come and see that swastika — there was no need. I don't know. I can't understand the mentality of the person that would think that that's a good thing,' resident Bruce Chafe said after walking by the swastika that had since had a vehicle parked overtop of it with signs saying 'Together we are better' written on the windows. 'There would be no explanation that I would accept.' Skoglund said a company was being paid to sandblast the graffiti and Pride flag Friday afternoon. There are no immediate plans to repaint the Pride flag, but the town will follow the students' lead once they come to a decision. Regardless of what they decide, Stacy Lair, the director of education for North East School Division, doesn't want the students to be discouraged by the vandalism. 'They want to feel belonging and inclusion in our schools and our system,' she said. 'And that's something we'll continue to work towards and support them to see past something that's really atrocious like this.'
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Hamilton Spectator
Pride crosswalk vandalized; Tisdale condemns hate act
TISDALE — The Town of Tisdale issued an official statement condemning the acts of vandalism at Tisdale Middle and Secondary School's (TMSS) Pride crosswalk. On June 12, it was reported to the RCMP that someone had painted a swastika over the Pride crosswalk. It was also driven over, and skid marks were noticeable. 'The Town of Tisdale is disheartened and disappointed by the recent act of vandalism that occurred within the community. Such senseless damage not only affects public property but also undermines the safety, pride and spirit we work hard to uphold in our town,' the town said in a media release. The Town of Tisdale is offering a reward of up to $1,000, which may be shared among individuals who provide valuable information leading to charges. Tisdale Mayor Roy Skoglund has personally pledged a financial contribution to support the effort to investigate. 'The TMSS True Colours GSA Club was proud to join Suncrest College in painting the Recplex sidewalk in rainbow colours for Pride Month. This vibrant display is more than just art — it's a powerful reminder that LGBTQ2S+ people are seen, respected and belong,' the TMSS True Colours GSA Club said earlier in a post on social media. SaskToday will have more details as they become available. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
