George Bush In Halifax
Thanks for the thanks, but no thanks
http://hfxpeace.chebucto.org/_archives/01.12.2004bushinhalifax.html
Wednesday, December 1, 2004 Time TBD
Location TDB (Airport?)

Halifax Peace Coalition has taken note of these plans, and will be staging a peaceful demonstration to say thanks for the belated thanks, but no thanks to helping his agenda anymore. Just because we are as John Hamm puts it "polite and welcoming" does not mean that we are "doormats". We plan to say that George W. has worn out his welcome.

Details are still being worked out, but if you are able to volunteer to help with planning, coordination, or materials, your help would be appreciated. In addition, since this was an unplanned expense, donations would be particularly appreciated now.

Watch this space for further details as they become available.

Email us at: hfxpeace@chebucto.ca
Phone us at: (902) 496-9209. Ask for Chris.

--The No to Bush Committee is organizing housing, food and legal resources, and a central information and welcome centre. Anyone demonstrating against Bush can make use of these resources. http://www.acp-cpa.ca/en/NOTOBUSH.htm

Victoria, BC
Terror Alert! George Bush coming to Canada!
Protest George Bush's Visit to Ottawa
5pm Tuesday, November 30th
Centennial Square (by City Hall at Pandora/Douglas)
called by STUDENTS AGAINST WAR in the name of peace, freedom, democracy, justice....
Join with protests in Ottawa and across the country that day to say No To Bush.

Please Contact Dave Kopp 217-0040 koppdavid2000@yahoo.com
or Eric Lescarbeau 385-7087 (after Sunday, nov 21st) elescarbeau@shaw.ca

Solidarity Protests Against Bush in Toronto
(the US Consulate is located at 360 University ave)

November 27, 2pm - US Consulate
Sapphic Alliance for Peace

November 30, 2pm US Consulate
Vigil to mourn the presence of International Terrorist George W. Bush in Canada

November 30, 6pm US Consulate

Although the Toronto Coalition to Stop the War urges all to get on a bus to Ottawa to demonstrate against George Bush's visit to Canada on Nov. 30th, there will be a candlelight vigil in Toronto for those unable to go:

Candlelight Vigil in Solidarity with Demonstrations to Stop Bush
Tuesday Nov. 30, 6:00 pm
360 University Ave
(1 bl. south of Dundas St. West - opposite the U.S. Consulate)

This Vigil is in memory of the estimated 100 000 Iraqi dead from Bush's invasion and occupation of Iraq

Speakers include author and columnist Linda McQuaig.

Dress warmly and bring candles!

Organised by the Toronto Coalition to Stop the War
For further information call 416.979.5554 (Council of Canadians)

I tried to protest Bush when he came to my state. I had a small sign expressing my Christian religious convictions against Bush's taking the nation to war based on lies. I was forced to go to a "free speech zone" by a bunch of federal agents dressed in black who acted like nazi gestapo. They were totally disrespectful of people's right to peacefully assemble and to free speech. I remember when the whole U.S. was a free speech zone. That is what the U.S. Constitution says. But not under Bush and his fascist supporters. We can't protest down here in the U.S. anymore or we will be harrassed and threatened or worse thrown in a jail without charge and denied the right to contact friends or legal counsel. If people want to protest Bush and the neo-nazi fascists they will have to go to Canada or another free country. It is no longer allowed in the U.S. under Bush and the republicans.

Charlottown, PEI
In PEI on Tues, Nov. 30 12 noon: Rally and March at PEI Legislature Events will include a symbolic funeral in memory of the countless victims of the Bush Agenda and US foreign and domestic policy.

Fredricton, NB
Info on Fredericton solidarity rally against Bush
11:30am, City Hall, Tuesday November 30th
The rally against Bush will take place in front of City Hall at
11:30am on Tuesday November 30th. All people are encouraged to bring
placards, drums, puppets, energy (anything you can think of) to help
in the nationwide denouncement of Bush. There will be an update on
the current situation in Iraq and Canadian connections, information
on missile defense and more.

Grand Forks, B.C.
Say No to US Foreign Policy & the Bush Doctrine
Tue. Nov. 30th--11:30 am
Beside the Grand Forks Post Office
Sponsors: Boundary Peace Initiative & Canadian Peace Alliance

Halifax, NS
GIVE GEORGE W. BUSH THE WELCOME HE DESERVES!
Tuesday, November 30
5:00 pm Mock Trial & Rally
5:30 pm March to US Consulate
Victoria Park (corner of Spring Garden and South Park)
These events are organized by the Halifax Peace Coalition (HPC)
Web site: www.hfxpeace.chebucto.org / Email: hfxpeace@chebucto.ca

London, ON

In London, on November 30 (coming Tuesday), there will be a peace march organized by local activists to oppose Bush's visit and to demand the Canadian government to stand up to the US. Participants will meet at 5:15 pm on the NE corner of Wellington and Dundas, march along Dundas and Richmond, and end at the entrance of Victoria Park. A band and speakers are tentative. The dress code is white or black. You are invited to bring your own drums, signs, and flashlights. Organizations are invited to bring their banners in addition. For more information Email Karene Chu: karenechu@gmail.com

MONTRÉAL QC
organisée par le Collectif Échec à la guerre www.echecalaguerre.org
Mardi 30 novembre 2004, à 17h30
Départ: Carré Dominion
intersection Peel et René-Lévesque
(Métro Peel).

Moose Jaw, SK
On Monday, November 29, the Moose Jaw Peace Coalition,
the local branch of the Council of Canadians and the Sask. Health Coalition
will be presenting a motion to Moose Jaw City Council to oppose BMD.
On Tuesday, November 30, the same groups will sponsor a forum featuring
American Bruce Gagnon's presentation, "U.S. Missile Defense: Trojan Horse
for Space Warfare," 7:00 P.M. at the Moose Jaw Library/Art Museum Theatre.

Oakville, ON
Members of Oakville’s New Democratic Party are planning a protest against
U.S. President George Bush on Tuesday, November 30 at Oakville Town Square
in light of his visit to Canada. Called "Stand Up for Canada Against Bush’s Endless War,"
events will start at 7:30 p.m. and include guest speakers, songs and a candlelight vigil
for world peace.
For additional information, contact Sean Cain (Oakville NDP) at (905) 849-8585
or seancain@hotmail.com

Prince Albert, SK
Nov. 30th Tuesday
12.30 pm meet in front of the main door of the Co-op on Central Ave and
we plan to march to City Hall and inside City Hall to hear speakers on the
topic of :"what it means to be a Canadian when George Bush comes to Canada".
and "how do Canadians differ from American supporters of George Bush "
phone 764-5532 ask for Larry Zepp or Bob Funk .
Ted Bowerman who was a cabinet minister for the NDP and was also an MLA
near Prince Albert , will be one of our guest speakers on the topic of
..the war in Iraq and George Bush .

Quebec City, QC
Mardi 30 nov. 2004 à Québec
- Lieu: Carré d'Youville
VIGILE À LA BOUGIE, 5 à 7 POUR LA PAIX
À l'occasion de la visite du Président Bush
et en appui aux manifestations à Ottawa, Montréal et ailleurs.
Apportez vos lampions !
Tracts pour la vigile du 30 nov.
Lucie (qui a produit ce tract) en a imprimé/coupé quelques centaines.
Contactez-là pour savoir comment les obtenir: lucie@coalitionsquebec.org

Regina, SK
Wednesday, December 1st, U of R Education Auditorium, 7:30 pm.
U.S. Missile Defence: Trojan Horse for Space Warfare
American activist Bruce Gagnon has been tirelessly investigating and
confronting U.S. STAR WARS schemes for over twenty years.
The Regina Peace Action Coalition is pleased to have Bruce come to
Saskatchewan on the 100th anniversary of the birth of Tommy Douglas ­
despite Cold War hysteria Tommy supported the worldwide “Ban the Bomb”
petition and the call for nuclear disarmament. With impeccable foresight,
Tommy realized that the path of nuclear armament was one of increasing economic
and political instability and human impoverishment.
Today, humanity again faces a fundamental challenge ­ this time we must
oppose the weaponization of space.

Salmon Arm, B.C.
An anti-Bush demonstration is planned for Salmon Arm, BC, meeting
at Trans-Canada Highway and Alexander Street
on 30 November between 12:15 and 12:45.

Saskatoon, SK
No Blood For Oil Say No to War with Iraq... Say it Loud "Bush Not Welcome" Protest Rally Sunday, November 28, 2004 12:00 - 2:00 at the Vimy Memorial Sign the Petition on the Kiwanis Bandshell http://free.hostdepartment.com/b/bush_not_welcome/

Toronto, ON
Say No to the Bush Agenda
Peace vigil, 6 pm at the US Consulate, 360 University Ave.
seee www.nowar.ca for info

Vancouver, B.C.
Mark your calendar to welcome George Bush!
The U.S. president will be making an official visit to Ottawa November 30-
December 1. The call has gone out across the country to organize actions.
In Vancouver, the StopWar coalition will be helping to organize two
mobilizations on Tuesday November 30:
---Rally with B.C. Federation of Labour Delegates
Tuesday, Nov.30, 12:00 noon at Canada Place, 12:30p.m. at U.S. Consulate
(Pender and Thurlow)
---Evening Rally: War Criminals Not Welcome Here! Say no to Bush, war and
occupation.
Tuesday, Nov.30, 5:00p.m. at the Vancouver Art Gallery (Georgia and Howe)
**All are invited to an organizing meeting Wednesday, Nov.24, 5:30p.m. at the
Maritime Labour Centre (111 Victoria Dr.), to help plan Vancouver's welcome for
George Bush.
Watch for more details at www.StopWar.ca

Victoria, BC
Terror Alert! George Bush coming to Canada!
Protest George Bush's Visit to Ottawa
5pm Tuesday, November 30th
Centennial Square (by City Hall at Pandora/Douglas)
called by STUDENTS AGAINST WAR in the name of peace, freedom, democracy, justice....
Join with protests in Ottawa and across the country that day to say No To Bush.

Please Contact Dave Kopp 217-0040 koppdavid2000@yahoo.com
or Eric Lescarbeau 385-7087 (after Sunday, nov 21st) elescarbeau@shaw.ca

Winnipeg, MB
The Winnipeg No War Coalition invites you to a free Public Forum
with Bruce Gagnon:
SHOULD CANADA PARTICIPATE IN THE
U.S. BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENCE SYSTEM?
Star Wars!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: BRUCE GAGNON
BRUCE GAGNON is a leading American peace activist and an expert on
U.S. missile defence. He is Coordinator of the Global Network Against
Weapons in Space and a researcher at the Dr. Helen Caldicott Nuclear Policy
Research Institute. Mr. Gagnon is a Vietnam-era veteran and resides in
Brunswick, Maine. PLACE: Planetarium Auditorium (Main & Rupert)
DATE: Sunday, November 28, 2004
TIME: 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Admission is free. However, we will pass the hat for contributions for
Mr. Gagnon’s visit and to build the campaign to keep Canada out of the
U.S. Missile Defense program.
For more information, contact the No War Coalition at 775-8178 ext. 2

Yellowknife, NWT
Rally for an Independant Canada. No to ballistic missile defense! No to Iraq! Yes to Kyoto! Wednesday Dec. 1st at noon at the office of MP Ethel Blondin Andrew . Make your voice louder than President Bush's! Hot chocolate and donuts provided. We will have supplies for making black armbands if you don't already have one. Sponsored by Alternatives North.

-UPDATES for other cities; http://acp-cpa.ca/en/NOBUSHCANADA.htm

--ANNAPOLIS - DIGBY ‘SAY NO! TO BUSH!” EVENT
We'll meet at the lights in Annapolis Royal, Tuesday, November 30th at 5:00 pm" for a candlelight (or flashlight) march to the
Market Square. Bring the pipes and drums and bits of bush to burn!

532-7409 for further information

--EDMONTON RALLY: BUSH GO HOME!
When: Tuesday November 30, 2004
Where: Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton Time: 5pm
What: Rally/Street Theatre on occasion of Bush's visit to

-Can't Make it but still want your voice to be heard?
-- Individual Protesters can email Prime Minister Paul
Martin at pm@pm.gc.ca
-- If you have any other demonstration plans during the week, please email them to peace@ecawar.org
Presented by ECAWAR (Edmonton Coalition Against War and Racism) & the ESPA (Edmonton Small Press Association), Council of Canadians (Edmonton) + more to come

Flin Flon, MB
November 30th
say no to the Bush agenda
Meet at noon at the city hall then march along Main

OTHER CITIES; http://acp-cpa.ca/en/NOBUSHCANADA.htm

I just want to thank the Canadians so much for coming to our assitance at this time. We have a horrible situation down here in the states. Very embarassing. But.. these same international rightwing forces that are turning our U.S. into a dictatorship will not stop here. Eventually it will effect Canada too if we don't stand up to them. The pro-democracy, pro-freedom, pro-environment, pro-justice, pro-people forces must hang together or we'll hang seperately. Part of why I am posting this to cycle this valuable post back up to the top. We need to keep it there so people can read this valuable information on how many people in Canada are trying their best to help us.

It seems like whenever I try to peacefully and legally protest at a Bush event here in the U.S. there is a total lack of respect for free speech shown by the Bush organizers and agents. They show up and intimidate people telling them to stand over there and when they do they tell them to stand some where else and laughing that it is soo funny they can boss American citizens around when they try to excercise their Constitutional rights. Bush and his followers trample on the U.S. Constitution. I am glad that people in Canada have free speech and they will speak for many of us in the U.S. who disagree with Bush but are being harassed.

Ajo,

On behalf of Democrats and Americans of good will across this nation, please accept our thanks and gratitude for all that you do.

Bill and Apache.....

it is I that give you the thaks. It would be insincere for me to act as though this is merely an effort to show support for the 49% of you Americans....but take note that my own banner in Ottawa will be stating "in solidarity with 49% of USA voters"....I figure your numbers of opposition give further weight to our own...

Apache.....the administration is already affecting us....your eventual lack of environmental standards won't be contained within your borders, the Patriot Act is under scrutiny here after it was reported that American companies in Canada may have/or will give Canadian's private info to the US governemnt due to internal pressure, cases of Canadians visiting the USA labeled as "terrorists" and secretly deported to places such as Syria (torture friendly nations) to only then be found later innocent after public pressure forced the Canadian gov to show a bit of backbone in protecting its own citizens from the US, Bush drilling in ANWR which would destabalize our ecosystem, our economy sufferring consequences because we don't toll the line via US foreign policy (we were warned in context to Iraq), Missle Defence Shield...pressure from your administration for us to join....

we're all affected....

but thanks to individuals such as yourselves our fight doesn t go in vain...

have a wonderful day you two
elena

-Can't Make it but still want your voice to be heard?

-- Individual Protesters can email Prime Minister Paul
Martin at pm@pm.gc.ca

-- If you have any other demonstration plans during the week, please email them to peace@ecawar.org
Presented by ECAWAR (Edmonton Coalition Against War and Racism) & the ESPA (Edmonton Small Press Association), Council of Canadians (Edmonton) + more to come

--Missile Defence Shield

--Canada’s internationally recognized cultural, political, and intellectual figures have joined together to send a letter to Prime Minister Paul Martin urging him to keep Canada out of the Bush administration’s missile defence system. Click here to read the letter, list of signatories and add your name (15307 copies have been sent to the PM) http://www.ceasefire.ca/letter_stars.cfm

--Did you know that many Liberal Members of Parliament are speaking out against Canada joining George W. Bush’s Star Wars scheme? Send a letter of support (4512 Letters have been sent) http://www.ceasefire.ca/letter_liberal.cfm

--Are you a student? Click here to send your letter to Paul Martin urging him to safeguard Canada’s future by not joining the US missile defence system. (1820 letters have been sent to the PM, see the breakdown by university or school). http://www.ceasefire.ca/letter_students.cfm

Ceasefire.ca is an initiative whose mission it is to provide people with Web-based tools to take political action and promote peace, disarmament and social justice. http://www.ceasefire.ca/