If the Bloc Quebecois Bill C-367 passes, religious exemptions under the 'hate speech' section of the Criminal Code would be removed, which could see Christians arrested for quoting Scripture or publicly voicing opposition to sin.
Those who are found guilty of breaking Calgary's 'Safe and Inclusive Access Bylaw,' should it become law, could face fines of up to $10,000 or one-year jail time.
The 'Safe and Inclusive Access Bylaw' was expedited without the usual committee and public consultation process, and some council members believe it is unconstitutional.
Derek Reimer had been alerted the previous day that he would be charged with mischief and causing a disturbance at a children's drag queen story time last weekend at a public library.