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Didsbury Bans Decorative Flags, Sparking Controversy Over Inclusivity

3/27/2026

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Didsbury, a town in southern Alberta, voted to ban decorative flags and crosswalks on public property to uphold a public spaces neutrality bylaw.
Mayor Chris Little said the bylaw aims to ensure political neutrality and representation for all.
Opponents say the measure erases voices, especially within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
The decision follows similar bans in Westlock and Barrhead, with Calgary Pride warning it threatens diversity and inclusivity in municipal spaces.

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Didsbury, a town in southern Alberta, voted to ban decorative flags and crosswalks on public property to uphold a public spaces neutrality bylaw.
Mayor Chris Little said the bylaw aims to ensure political neutrality and representation for all.
Opponents say the measure erases voices, especially within the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
The decision follows similar bans in Westlock and Barrhead, with Calgary Pride warning it threatens diversity and inclusivity in municipal spaces.