Thousands Rally in Toronto and Vancouver Against Carney’s Agenda
This weekend, large crowds gathered in Toronto and Vancouver as part of nationwide “Draw the Line” rallies, sending a strong and defiant message to the federal government. These demonstrations weren’t small, scattered affairs — they were vibrant, coordinated actions that drew people from a wide range of movements and communities. What united them was a shared frustration with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government and its current direction.
In Toronto, protesters filled the streets starting at Sankofa Square before marching toward Queen’s Park. The atmosphere was charged with determination and urgency. Speeches were delivered by well-known voices like environmentalist David Suzuki and Chrissy Isaacs of Grassy Narrows First Nation, alongside activists from migrant justice and anti-war groups. Similar scenes unfolded in Vancouver, where demonstrators gathered outside the downtown library. Both cities reflected the spirit of a movement that organizers say stretched across 70 cities nationwide.
The concerns raised were wide-ranging but interconnected. Protesters criticized the government’s support for new fossil fuel projects, warning that these investments fuel climate collapse rather than a sustainable future. They also voiced opposition to anticipated cuts to public services, saying that ordinary Canadians will bear the burden while corporations continue to thrive. Anger was expressed about the government’s handling of Indigenous rights, with many speakers pointing to ongoing land exploitation and violations of treaties.
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International issues were not left out. Signs and chants called for an end to Canada’s arms sales to Israel, with demonstrators linking foreign policy decisions to broader struggles for justice. Many described the government’s approach as one that props up wars abroad while neglecting urgent needs at home.
Legislation was also at the heart of the protests. Bills like C-2, targeting immigration processes, and C-5, which critics argue will weaken environmental protections in the name of “national interest,” were held up as examples of policies that undermine both human rights and ecological safeguards. With the federal budget set to be tabled in early November, organizers stressed that now is the time for citizens to show resistance.
The unity of the rally stood out. Progressive civil society groups, Indigenous leaders, environmentalists, migrant rights activists, and anti-war campaigners stood shoulder to shoulder, insisting their struggles are linked. As one organizer put it, “They think they can divide us, but we are uniting to prove them wrong.”
For many who attended, the demonstration was about more than opposition — it was about building hope. From young families pushing strollers to elders in their 80s and 90s, participants emphasized that showing up in numbers can inspire change. As one attendee put it, “These people give me hope. I want a different world, and so do they.”
The protests have made it clear that Canadians are drawing a line — and they want their government to notice.
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