Natalie Glebova, the 23-year old Ryerson grad who won this year’s Miss Universe title, was sent an apology from Toronto Mayor David Miller, after her hometown did not honor her accomplishments.

Glebova was supposedly scheduled to open a Thai festival in Nathan Phillips Square, but after the annoucement, she was banned, due to a city bylaw that prevents activities deemed degrading to men or women through sexual stereotyping.

“It was like a knife in the heart,” she told the National Post. “It seemed so silly. Everywhere else, I get great reaction from political leaders. But my hometown?”

As well, she could not wear her sash or tiara, or even be referred to as Miss Universe, had she appeared at the festival.

Glebova won the prestigious title nearly two months ago in Bangkok.

The mayor issued an appology on Tuesday.






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