Ottawa gays demand village recognition

No rainbows in city's plan, but fight not over yet

By Brent Creelman • March 17, 2008 8:00 pm EDT

Watch xtra.ca’s video report below: (runs approx 2.5 mins)

Read more about Ottawa’s fight for a gay village:

Ottawa gays ‘betrayed’ by Bank St process: Community urged to take a stand at Tues meeting
Imagining a post-construction Village: Make your voice heard at Mar 18 meeting
Village support overwhelming: Gays rally behind rainbow flag on Bank St

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