UPDATE: Demonstrators gather outside Ottawa City Hall for Ukraine solidarity rally
Posted Mar 13, 2022 06:45:00 PM.
Protesters gathered outside Ottawa City Hall Sunday afternoon to show solidarity with the people of Ukraine.
Several demonstrators were draped in blue and yellow flags of Ukraine as they braved chilly temperatures.
The demonstration was organized by the Ottawa chapter of the Ukrainian Canadian Congress.
#StandWithUkraine rally in Ottawa.
Extreme disappointment with the lack of action by Canada and other democracies. Refusal to shelter the skies over Ukraine escalates Putin’s War and leads us to global catastrophe. pic.twitter.com/WkiPRFWgvk
— Michael MacKay (@mhmck) March 13, 2022
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has entered its third week. Thousands of soldiers on both sides are believed to have been killed along with many civilians.
At least 2.5 million people have fled the country, according to the United Nations refugee agency.
It’s the third weekend in a row during which Ottawans gather to show support for Ukraine.
- On Saturday, February 26: About 200 people braved the cold at a demonstration outside the Russian embassy.
- On Sunday, February 27: Several hundred protesters gathered outside the Russian embassy before marching to city hall.
- On Sunday, March 6: Dozens of demonstrators waving the yellow and blue flags of Ukraine gathered on Parliament Hill.
#WeStandWithUkraine at #Ottawa City Hall today and every day. #Ukraine️
