Canada — Historical Events Description

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Event
Quebec City Mosque Shooting
Category
Social
Date
2017-01-29
Country
Canada
Description

A gunman attacked worshippers at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City after evening prayers. Six people were killed and others were injured in one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history. Canadian political leaders described it as an act of terrorism and the attack sparked major national discussion about Islamophobia and hate. Vigils and public memorials were held across Canada in the days that followed.