Politicians denounce white supremacist gathering in Shawinigan, Que., over weekend

• Share on Facebook
• Share on Bluesky
• Share on X
• Copy Link

Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon linked the gathering to so-called “active clubs,” which use sports as a cover to recruit members and normalize extremism.

Nighttime construction on Hwy 3 in Lethbridge starts April 17

Apr 17, 2025

SASHA launches #BuyABed fundraiser to support vulnerable Lethbridge residents

Apr 04, 2025

$20K grants available: TELUS STORYHIVE Pan-Asian Edition opens applications April 1

Mar 18, 2025

Liberal Leader Charles Milliard also denounced the rally, saying it does not reflect the openness of Quebecers.

Marc Miller, federal Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture, wrote on social media that the gathering was shameful and contrary to the values Canadians share. “It does not represent Quebec or Canada, and it has no place in our communities,” Miller wrote.

The City of Shawinigan issued a statement condemning the rally and stressing that organizers had not submitted a permit request or informed municipal authorities in advance.

Shawinigan Mayor Yves Lévesque said it was unacceptable for the group to stage their demonstration in the city, adding there was no indication the participants were from the community.

Quebec provincial police said they learned of the demonstration through a photo that had circulated in the media over the weekend, but did not say whether they planned to investigate.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 1, 2026.

Charlotte Glorieux, The Canadian Press