Hamilton police have confirmed that a venue in the Hamilton area, which had initially agreed to host an anti-immigration group’s national conference, has now rescinded the booking. The Dominion Society of Canada had planned to hold its DomCon conference on August 29, with speakers from Canada and abroad, but the venue cancellation has disrupted these plans.
Details about the location of the venue or the reasons behind the cancellation have not been disclosed by the police. Concerns raised by various Hamilton groups, including the Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre (HARRC), led to warnings to venues against hosting the event. HARRC also provided guidelines to help identify white nationalist groups during the booking process.
Despite the setback, the Dominion Society remains determined to proceed with its event. The group’s co-founder, Daniel Tyrie, stated that despite opposition from the media and politicians, the conference, known as DOMCON26, will proceed as scheduled. Tyrie added that the event is already sold out.
The Dominion Society, founded in 2025 by Tyrie, advocates for an immigration reform policy that includes “remigration,” involving the deportation of millions of immigrants from Canada. The group’s controversial stance has drawn criticism from community organizations and politicians who accuse them of promoting fear and hate.
Hamilton residents and businesses are being urged to be vigilant regarding potential bookings associated with the Dominion Society, which may use alternate names like Ridgeway Media. The group’s extremist views have prompted concerns from organizations such as the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, who have labeled them as a racist group aiming to make Canada a predominantly white nation.
Efforts to prevent foreign extremists from speaking at the conference have been initiated, with B’nai Brith Canada appealing to federal officials to block their entry into the country. The organization views such events as platforms for spreading hatred and extremism, calling on the government to take action.
While concerns about security and potential disruptions remain, both the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Hamilton Police Service have refrained from disclosing specific details about their plans to address the situation. Authorities emphasize that entry into Canada is determined on a case-by-case basis, with security considerations being a significant factor.
As the controversy surrounding the Dominion Society’s conference continues, community vigilance and proactive measures are being advocated to counter the spread of hateful ideologies.
