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Salsa Festival Sponsorship Withdrawn | Toronto News
The Hillcrest Village Business Improvement Area has pulled its sponsorship from the Salsa on St. Clair festival following a deadly shooting that killed two and injured five — a tragedy that’s reignited debate over the event’s safety and future. While the BIA didn’t explicitly mention the violence in their letter, citing declining community support and the festival’s outgrown footprint, the timing underscores deep concerns. TeleLatino Network, the festival’s founder, had also considered withdrawing — but city officials are stepping in to collaborate on safety upgrades, aiming to preserve the…
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