Montreal Greek community more concerned with riots than economic cuts

Greece’s recent economic frugality has affected Greeks in Montreal, but according to CBC, that’s not what upsets them most.

The Greek community of 80,000 is reportedly more troubled by the riots occurring in their homeland. According to CBC, hundreds of rioters robbed stores and set fires in Athens this weekend after new laws were passed in an attempt to avoid bankruptcy.

While the consulate in Montreal has received budget cuts, Montreal’s Greek consul-general Thanos Kafopoulos told CBC that they’re trying “to maintain service” and “increase revenues.”

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