Ottawa councillor, MPP criticize evangelical Christian aid group’s presence for flood relief

Ottawa councillor, MPP criticize evangelical Christian aid group’s presence for flood relief

As the City of Ottawa seeks to aid the thousands of residents affected by flooding following the Canada Day storms, one organization that has returned to the city to offer help is facing backlash from some politicians and community members.

Disaster relief group's anti-2SLGBTQ+ views draw pushback in Ottawa

Samaritan's Purse is in Ottawa to help residents with flooded basements, but an MPP and a city councillor say the group's anti-2SLGBTQ+ positions mean it should never have been invited to the city.