Vaughan Honours Victims in Iran with Permanent Plaque
On Sept. 27, the Iranian-Canadian community and beyond joined Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council for the unveiling of a permanent plaque and bench at North Thornhill Community Centre commemorating the victims of mass murder in Iran.
“We unveiled a commemorative plaque and bench as a lasting tribute to the thousands of innocent lives lost at the hands of the Islamic Regime of Iran,” said Mayor Steven Del Duca.
“As we gathered in remembrance, we honoured the brave individuals and families who stood up for their fundamental human rights and freedoms and paid the ultimate price. We will not allow their names or their stories to be forgotten. The Iranian-Canadian community in Vaughan and around the world continues to carry profound grief while also demonstrating remarkable courage and resilience. This plaque and bench will serve as a permanent reminder of those we have lost and the values for which they fought: democracy, freedom and justice.”
Since late December 2025, when anti-government protests in Iran were met with widespread violence and repression, Mayor Del Duca and Members of Council have stood in solidarity with the Iranian-Canadian community. On Jan. 29, the Iranian Lion and Sun Flag was raised at Vaughan City Hall and, on Feb. 21, the City held a solemn vigil to honour the victims and reaffirm Vaughan's unwavering support for the Iranian-Canadian community.
On June 23, Mayor Del Duca brought forward a Member’s Resolution that was unanimously supported by Council to establish a permanent commemorative plaque recognizing those who lost their lives during the recent mass killings in Iran. This tribute serves as a lasting reminder of the lives impacted and reflects the City’s commitment to honouring their memory and standing united for freedom and justice.
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