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Sean Feucht Holds Unpermitted Montreal Church Concert as Canadian Cities Weigh Remaining Shows

Montreal’s crackdown over permit irregularities underscores a broader municipal struggle to balance free worship and inclusive public spaces.

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Christian musician Sean Feucht
American musician Sean Feucht has had multiple event permits for his Canadian concert tour denied or revoked by cities and Parks Canada, as some oppose his affiliation with the MAGA political movement.
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Overview

  • Sean Feucht defied Montreal’s warning by holding a worship concert without a permit at Église MR in Plateau Mont-Royal, triggering protests and a police presence.
  • The Montreal mayor’s office had notified the church that it lacked authorization for public performances and said the event conflicted with city values of inclusion, solidarity and respect.
  • West Kelowna and Abbotsford have left performances scheduled for August 23 and 24 in place while city staff review safety plans, bylaw compliance and security measures in consultation with the RCMP.
  • Earlier cancellations in Halifax, Charlottetown, Moncton, Quebec City, Gatineau and Vaughan prompted Feucht to seek private venues and fundraise online to finish his Canadian tour.
  • Several municipalities have launched reviews of public-space permitting processes to address safety concerns and uphold constitutional rights to freedom of expression and worship.