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flag A Vancouver event honoring Harry Potter was canceled after backlash over secret approval and concerns about J.K. Rowling’s views on transgender issues.

flag A planned Harry Potter event in Vancouver’s Stanley Park for November 7, 2025, drew backlash after the city’s arts board approved it in secret, later apologizing for failing to consult the public or the trans, gender-diverse, and Two-Spirit community. flag The board cited concerns over author J.K. Rowling’s past statements on transgender issues, though it did not release public evidence of her involvement in anti-trans campaigns. flag Internal discussions were shared only among commissioners, fueling criticism over lack of transparency and accusations of performative activism. flag The incident has sparked debate over public accountability, free expression, and municipal decision-making in sensitive social matters.

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