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‘Food Not Lawns:’ How guerrilla gardeners inspired the next generation of environmental activists
For others, however, guerilla gardening is an anti-colonial act meant to address food security concerns in local communities, and challenge the institutions and systems that decide who is allowed to…
UVic students lead massive 9 000-person Peace Rally for Black Lives at Centennial Square
Chants of “Vic Sees, Vic Hears” marked a rally for centering Black lives and voices who refuse to be beaten down by systemic racism For the second time in a…
Victoria PD reports spending $100k more so far on protests this year compared to all of 2019
In the first few months of 2020, VicPD has spent $183 000 on officers’ overtime wages during public rallies, marches, demonstrations, and protests. Despite only 34 protests taking place in…
Why disruptive protests are the protests we need
"Why do protests need to disrupt society? If there is one straight answer to this question, it is this: asking nicely does not work. The idea that those who have…
Protesters shut down morning BC Ferries sailings in solidarity with Wet’suwet’en
Just before 6:00 a.m. on Jan. 20, protesters blockaded the BC Ferries terminal at Swartz Bay with banners, chants, and kayaks. Several sailings through Swartz Bay were significantly delayed or…
LETTER | Re: UVic Campus Security officer photographs Divest protesters outside Michael Williams Building for ‘personal interest.’
"As standard operating procedure, Campus Security members photograph, record and take notes during numerous events on campus to provide an accurate record and to assist in further inquiries as needed.…
UVic Campus Security officer photographs Divest protesters outside Michael Williams Building for “personal interest”
On Dec. 3, students were photographed taking part in a pro-divestment protest outside of the Michael Williams Building — many without their consent — by Campus Security Manager of Parking…
