The executive director of the B.C. Civil Liberties Association has resigned following a controversial post on social media. Indigenous groups were among those who criticized Walia for encouraging violence, although the Union of B.C. The board of the civil liberties association says in a statement that Walia worked to strengthen the group's policy positions, especially on policing, Indigenous self-determination and immigration. It says Walia demonstrated a deep commitment to civil liberties and human rights and furthered the association's work on equity, diversity and inclusion.

Source: CBC News July 17, 2021 02:03 UTC