Protesters stage ‘die-in’ against pesticides in Montreal
Montreal protesters gathered for a "die-in" demonstration against pesticides, advocating for stricter regulations. Many participants wore Halloween costumes, emphasizing the deadly nature of pesticides. At Health Canada's downtown offices, demonstrators lay on the ground while others, in white coveralls, simulated pesticide spraying.
Children engaged by tracing chalk outlines of pretend victims, reinforcing the protest's message. Organizers placed a cardboard coffin and tombstones, each bearing the names of various diseases. Thibault Rehn, executive director of Vigilance OGM, criticized recent legislative changes allowing cabinet to override Health Canada and authorize banned pesticides.
Protests were planned in several Canadian cities, including Quebec City, Sherbrooke, Saguenay, Terrebonne, Blainville, Val-David, and Ottawa.
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