Anne Kang, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training, has released the following statement:

“Our government and the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) are deeply committed to tackling racism and hate in all its forms. We have high standards for public appointees, and racist and discriminatory comments from public appointments to post-secondary institutions will not be tolerated. I am removing Aaron Ekman from his position.

“We will continue supporting universities and colleges as they work to provide top-quality education and build safe and inclusive communities for students and staff.”