More pipeline demonstrations in BC today
Posted October 24, 2012 6:42 am.
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VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – Thousands of people opposed to proposed pipeline projects in BC are holding demonstrations all over the province today. It’s the second major anti-pipeline event this week.
On Monday, thousands of people gathered on the lawn in front of the BC Legislature in Victoria to voice their opposition to big oil.
Today, there will be dozens of smaller demonstrations in 66 communities across BC.
“It’s to show the growing opposition to the risks posed by tar sands, tankers, and pipelines coming to BC,” says event organizer Nadia Nowak. “Rallies are going to be held at MLA offices around the province and the idea is to symbolize the unbroken wall of opposition that exists to these pipelines and tankers in BC.”
Protesters are encouraged to hold up banners that read: “Defend Our Coast.” Pictures of the demonstrations will be sent to MLAs.
“Monday was a really powerful day in Victoria and the idea with today’s action is to really bring that home to the MLAs because the Legislature isn’t sitting this fall,” says Nowak. “This is a way for constituents to meet their MLAs in their home ridings. As well.. it can bring out more people who aren’t able to get to Victoria because they live in rural areas like Fort St. James.”
Lots of parents brought their kids to rally in Victoria.
“We’re living in crazy times — at a time when if you don’t speak your mind, you won’t be heard,” believes Melanie McConnell, who took her three elementary school age children with her on Monday.
“That’s something that I would like to show my children; you need to stand up for what you believe in, so we’re having a life lesson instead of a school lesson,” she adds.
Click here to find the “Defend our Coast” event page.
