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Medicine Hat same-sex couple's complaint against city officials sent to tribunal

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Michael Gray and Paul Hemsing allege City of Medicine Hat officials harassed them during the COVID-19 pandemic.

They alleged the city discriminated against them based on their sexual orientation.

They also said city officers harassed them by constantly attending their home in response to complaints from their neighbours.

Alberta Human Rights Commission’s acting chief has referred their complaints to a tribunal.

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