Willie Desjardins to Join Elbows Up Event Today

The event is at Riverside Veterans Memorial Park today from 1-3pm

Willie Dejardins will join the Elbows Up event at Riverside Veterans Memorial park this afternoon from 1-3 pm as well as James Langston Q.C.. Langstrom who served 22 years a Crown Prosecutor before spending 24 years as a judge on the Court of Queen’s Bench, retiring in 2019. Mayor Linnsie Clark, Jim Langston, Elder Charlie Fox, Malcom SIssons and Yusuf Mohammed will also be speaking.

Trevor Moore will be performing as well as musical performances by the Hip Katz, Derek Hintz Trio, Ron Mason, Muriel Erick and Allen Zeleny.

This event is hosted by Bob Wanner, Betty Aitken, Stan and Susan Sakamoto

Elbows Up describe themselves as

“Elbows Up, Canada! is a grassroots movement bringing Canadians together to stand up for our country with optimism, unity, and strength. We are non-partisan, peaceful, and proudly Canadian.”

Their Mission Statement says:

“Elbows Up, Canada is a movement that celebrates and stands up for Canadian sovereignty, pride, and freedom. Our events bring Canadians together to foster a sense of unity, resilience, and patriotism while promoting open discussions about the future of our nation.

Elbows Up, Canada! We are a family-friendly, nonpartisan gathering celebrating Canada’s strength, unity, and resilience. This is a moment for Canadians to unite, stand tall, and make our voices heard. We’re gathering to send a clear message: Canada is strong, independent, and not for sale. Expect powerful speeches and live music.”

Bring blankets or chairs to sit on.