Overview

• On August 9, Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu called on Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault to apologize for Parks Canada’s decision to withdraw concert permits for U.S. Christian musician Sean Feucht.
• In a letter dated Friday, Gladu contended the cancellations barred Canadians from planned events and infringed on Charter-protected freedom of expression.
• Feucht, who describes himself as a musician, missionary and activist known for criticizing gender ideology, abortion and LGBTQ+ rights, has drawn both high-profile supporters and vocal protesters.
• Following permit revocations or denials in Halifax, Charlottetown, Quebec City and Montreal over safety and inclusion concerns, he relocated shows to private sites and staged impromptu performances.
• The dispute underscores deep political tension over using permitting processes to regulate polarized gatherings tied to MAGA-aligned messaging.