Anti-maskers hold rallies across B.C.
Posted March 20, 2021 11:57 am.
Last Updated March 20, 2021 12:00 pm.
VICTORIA (NEWS 1130) — Anti-COVID restrictions rallies will be underway throughout the province Saturday afternoon.
Worldwide Rally for Freedom and Democracy in Victoria at Centennial Square is taking place from 12:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Victoria Police Department said it is anticipating traffic disruptions in the downtown area where people are planning to gather for a rally, speeches, and a march.
Victoria PD says officers will “ensure everyone’s safety.”
We're aware of a planned protest downtown tomorrow afternoon. We are anticipating #yyjtraffic disruptions during the event. More info here, #yyj: https://t.co/0ofnx67QJF
— Victoria Police (@vicpdcanada) March 19, 2021
BC Transit also tweeted to inform riders that bus routes may be affected.
#YYJ #RiderAlert – due to an expected protest this afternoon in downtown #VictoriaBC, please be aware of potential service disruptions when travelling through the downtown core.
Check out our alert page for detours specific to your trip: https://t.co/c3gFBc6eR8 #YYJTraffic
— BC Transit | Masks Mandatory (@BCTransit) March 20, 2021
Protestors will also gather at the Vancouver Art Gallery at noon.
Social media posts indicate a convoy of vehicles that travelled from Langley to Kelowna will be rallying until 4 p.m.
