April 26, 2024

‘Consent’ campaign still strong as SlutWalk marches down Vancouver streets

The rain isn't keeping a crowd of several dozen people from taking part in Vancouver’s second annual SlutWalk. The festivities started with speeches, followed by a march through downtown streets. "Without my consent, I should never ever be touched. It doesn't matter what I portray or what you see. Consent is everything,” says one … [Read more...]

Occupy Vancouver marches downtown on housing

Occupy protesters are marching downtown on housing. Demonstrators are giving speeches and making only minor traffic disruptions. Stops include Coal Harbour, the Hotel Vancouver, the Woodwards building, the Pantages Theatre, and real estate marketer Bob Rennie's art gallery in Chinatown. The protesters have been working to comply with fire … [Read more...]