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York University Cancels MP's Event, Sparks Free Speech Debate

1/9/2026

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Conservative MP Garnett Genuis said York University canceled his event and restricted free speech.
York University's student centre said the decision was based on booking policies, not politics.
Executive director Jason Goulart explained the event lacked sufficient detail for approval.
Genuis suggested that a politician with a different viewpoint might receive different treatment.
York University affirmed its commitment to free expression and invited Genuis to reapply.

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Conservative MP Garnett Genuis said York University canceled his event and restricted free speech.
York University's student centre said the decision was based on booking policies, not politics.
Executive director Jason Goulart explained the event lacked sufficient detail for approval.
Genuis suggested that a politician with a different viewpoint might receive different treatment.
York University affirmed its commitment to free expression and invited Genuis to reapply.