Statement from the Office of the Mayor

Upon reflection I apologize and regret not stopping the comments from Councillor Martin pertaining to the rainbow crosswalk.  Woolwich prides itself on being a forward-thinking inclusive Township who invites and welcomes residents including those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. 

I have listened to the comments received from the community and I have taken time to speak and apologize to those who have been harmed by these comments.   Again, I apologize and regret my actions from last night and want to reassure our community that we are a safe, diverse, inclusive, accepting and welcoming community. 

Woolwich is a community that is open to everyone, and the rainbow symbol is a beautiful expression of the diversity that exists within society and within each of us. 

Mayor Sandy Shantz
Township of Woolwich