Tonight upon landing in Victoria and going for an evening stroll downtown, I got to see up close all these protestors, along with all their garbage, dirty clothes + dishes, tents,
I decided to walk up to take a closer look and was warned by the two guards not to engage with anyone. I was shocked to learn this has been going on for eight days.
Her: Are you here in solidarity with us and the Wet'suwet'en?
Me: Which portion of the Wet'suwet'en are you talking about exactly?
Me: I think I understand the issues. I was just wondering which Wet'suwet'en people or individuals you were speaking about specifically?
[Two guys with their lower faces covered in bandanas then gather around her]
Bandana Warrior: Maybe you should educate yourself about the Royal Proclamation and indigenous issues.
Other Bandana Warrior: You need to leave now. I suggest you read some books and educate yourself. You clearly know nothing.
*What's happening at the Legislature right now is absolutely disgraceful and embarrassing to this Province and it's citizens, including indigenous peoples, on so many levels.