Vigils in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto and Vancouver.
Montreal
On 20 September, we took to the streets and remained silent for one hour. Our silence and our black clothing were so impactful that we faced a counter-protest of about 50 pro-Israeli-occupation and Islamophobic people. We were told that we hated and betrayed women, that we wanted Muslim women to remain oppressed. They also mocked us, saying that wearing black symbolizes the oppression of Muslim women (burqa). All of this happened while they wore blue, danced to pop songs, and laughed in our faces. At the same time, we received tremendous support from the public, and we believe it is essential to continue these actions. Our next vigil is on 25 October at 1.00 pm.
Contact: Women In Black Montreal lesfemmesennoirmtl@gmail.com
Ottawa Women in Black
On going vigils from June 2025, standing vigil across from 50 O’Connor Street in downtown Ottawa, the address of the Israeli Embassy. Wearing black and carrying empty pots we call: Stop the starvation – End the war – Save the hostages – End the occupation
Contact: rabbilizb@gmail.com
Women in Black Toronto
Women in Black Toronto demonstrate in silence at the south-east corner of Yonge and Bloor streets, holding our signs (they are provided) for 2 hours (or as long as individual participants are able), usually every second Thursday, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
With our presence, we hope to show Toronto and beyond that there is a deep and powerful opposition to the genocide in Gaza. For information about future vigils, please check the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WIBtoronto
Vancouver –Women in Black – Stop the war on Gaza
When: Saturdays, 1pm – once a month, check email or Facebook for more details.
Where: Vancouver City Hall 453 West 12th Ave (at Cambie).
Guidelines: Women Only, Black Clothing, Silent Vigil.
Contact info: WomenPeaceVancouver@gmail.com
or www.facebook.com/WomenInBlackYVR