NCC cancels U.S. musician Sean Feucht’s Gatineau concert permit citing public safety concerns, amid growing backlash across multiple Canadian cities.
U.S. Evangelist Barred from Gatineau Park Concert
The National Capital Commission (NCC) has denied a permit for U.S. Christian musician and political activist Sean Feucht’s scheduled concert at Jacques-Cartier Park in Gatineau, Quebec, originally set for Saturday, July 27, 2025.
Reason Behind the Cancellation
According to an official statement issued Wednesday evening, the NCC made the decision following consultation with the Gatineau Police Service. The Crown corporation cited “public safety and security concerns for and around the event” as the core reason for denying the application.
Location and Planned Event Details
Feucht had announced plans to hold a free outdoor concert at Jacques-Cartier Park, a high-traffic public space along the Ottawa River managed by the NCC. It was to be one of several stops on his cross-country Canadian tour.
Rising Opposition Across Canada
Feucht’s tour has faced mounting opposition in multiple Canadian cities. On the same day the NCC cancelled the Gatineau event, municipal authorities in Charlottetown, Moncton, and Quebec City also revoked permits for his planned performances. Earlier this week, Parks Canada rescinded approval for a Nova Scotia concert near Halifax, forcing organizers to relocate the event to a rural site north of the city.
Background on Sean Feucht
Sean Feucht is a California-based Christian musician, missionary, and former Republican congressional candidate known for his outspoken views. He has publicly denounced abortion rights, 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion, and critical race theory. He regularly aligns his performances with calls for the return of traditional Christian values in public policy, framing his movement as part of a broader “spiritual war” against progressive ideologies.
Broader Implications and Community Response
Feucht’s appearances in Canada have drawn criticism from advocacy groups and citizens concerned about the messaging and potential social tensions his events could generate. The NCC’s decision reflects a growing trend among Canadian authorities to reevaluate event approvals that may compromise public order or community safety.
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