The entire Brock community is shocked and saddened by the display of hate-motivated violence which took place at the University of Waterloo on Wednesday.

Police believe the knife attack — which injured three University of Waterloo community members — was a hate-motivated incident related to gender identity.

Violence related to gender identity and gender expression is completely unacceptable and has absolutely no place in our society. We condemn it in the strongest possible terms.

At a time when the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members are under attack around the world, it is critical that we reaffirm our commitment to standing united against all forms of hatred, intolerance and bigotry.

Although Pride Month will soon come to a close, Brock will continue to fly the Pride flag year round as the University has done in the past, in a show of solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

To our many friends and colleagues at the University of Waterloo, please know that our thoughts are with you as you recover from this senseless act of violence.

Students, if you need someone to talk to, supports are available on the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre website. Faculty and staff can access the Employee and Family Assistance Program online.

Sincerely,

Lesley Rigg
President and Vice-Chancellor