[van-announce] Anarchist block in the Feb. 12 demonstration

[Guillaume]

This is a call for an anti-colonial, anti-capitalist and anarchist bloc at
the February 12th demo from the Vancouver Art Gallery to BC Place.  This
bloc is called in defiance of police and social repression that has become
increasingly normalized; in struggle against the Olympics and its
projects; and in continuation of a greater resistance against all forms of
control.

We support family-friendly demonstrations and recognize that everyone has
a different level of engagement – whether it be throwing slogans or
throwing down.  We support people's decision to not partake in conflict,
but let us make it clear that violence always comes from the cops.  When
repression comes down on those around us, we will act accordingly.

Our diversity – of tactics, of levels of engagement, of experience –
should be our source of strength.  We need to confront our opponents in
many ways and from many angles.  From direct action against corporate
sponsors to postering campaigns, public meetings, protests, street actions
and all other manifestations of resistance, we need it all.

We want you here.  For the 12th meet the torch at 9am in Grandview Park,
then hook up with the bloc behind the black flags at 3pm at the Art
Gallery.  Show up for HeartAttack on the 13th.  But don't let it end there
– the Olympics are here for two solid weeks.

We know it’s a little late for a callout saying “come to our city!”
– so if you can't be here in person, be here in spirit: engage in
whatever it is that makes you feel good wherever you are.  Just know that
there will be support and appreciation for your actions.