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Momentum for this global action began with Swedish teen climate activist Greta Thunberg, who began Fridays for Future, a campaign to go on strike from school every Friday until action is taken to drastically cut emissions. Several months ago, the movement called on adults to join them in protest on Sept. 20 and 27. Thunberg will speak at Montreal’s rally on Friday.

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2. Where is the strike happening in Vancouver and when?

The strike is set to begin at noon Friday, Sept. 27, at Vancouver City Hall, located at 453 West 12th Ave. Then there will be a march starting at 1 p.m. across the Cambie Street Bridge.

In Metro Vancouver, at least eight events are being planned. One event was scheduled to begin at 6:30 a.m. on both sides of the Pitt River Bridge.

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3. Will traffic be affected?

Yes. A city spokesperson said they are working with Vancouver police and event organizers to ensure that city hall is safe and accessible for the peaceful assembly. The VPD says it is aware of the strike and also working with organizers. Police will try to reduce any impact the protests may have on traffic, local businesses and the public. The VPD says it has a plan to deal with any situations that may arise. VPD spokesman Sgt. Aaron Roed says organizers aren’t releasing an exact route, but police will allow them to peacefully protest.

According to organizers, Sustainabiliteens, the march will start at city hall, then go across Cambie Street Bridge and end at West Georgia Street and Hamilton Street, ending around 5 p.m.