Postering charges dropped in HRM

Halifax has a by-law that limits where you can post event posters.  This didn’t stop Evolve promoters from putting up some signage for their event last year.  The organizer was charged and faced $4,500 in fines.

The charges have been dropped according to The Coast. 

The lawyer working in the defense of the organizer suggests that postering is a form of communication that is protected under the Canadian Chart of Rights and Freedoms.

I’ve said before that postering is proof an active culture in a city.  I’m pleased that the Evolve folks didn’t have to pay to promote what was voted the best music festival in Canada.