This March 10, 2010 marks the 51st anniversary of Tibetan National Uprising Day, a fateful day in 1959 when Tibetans took to the streets of Lhasa to protest China's invasion and illegal occupation of their country. One week later the Dalai Lama was forced to flee to India. In the months following his escape, tens of thousands of Tibetans were killed as Chinese troops brutally crushed the uprising.Despite more than half a century under Chinese rule, Tibetans still hold on to hope. Inside Tibet, people continue to take huge risks in their struggle for freedom, while outside, Tibetans and supporters are constantly confronting the Chinese government with the issue and demanding a resolution. These efforts are bringing real change for Tibet.
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Events commemorating Tibetan National Uprising Day across Canada:
Ottawa
Event: Rally and Procession
Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Time: 12pm - 3:30pm
Location: Rally will start at the main steps of Parliament Hill, followed by a march to the Chinese Embassy at 1:30pm
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Toronto
Event: Rally and Procession
Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 12:35pm
Location: Queen's Park (University and Wellesley), with a procession to the Chinese Consulate (240 St. George Street) at 11:30am
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Calgary
Event: Protest
Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Time: 4:00pm
Location: Chinese Consulate (1011 6th Avenue SW)
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Vancouver
Event: Protest
Date: Sunday, March 7, 2010
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Location: Chinese Consulate (288-1338 West Broadway)
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Event: Candle Light Vigil
Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Time: 5:00-8:00pm
Location: Chinese Consulate (288-1388 West Broadway)
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Victoria
Event: Rally and Procession
Date: Saturday March 6, 2010
Time: 12:30-2:00pm
Location: Will begin at Centennial Square and proceed to the back steps of the B.C. Legislature where a rally will be held from 1-2pm
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