Timeline of Winnipeg Idle No More events

When: Jan. 2, 2013
Where: Portage Avenue near perimeter
Attendance: 40 people
What happened: Protesters constructed a roadblock on the street, altering traffic for three hours.

When: Dec. 31, 2012
Where: Portage and Main
Attendance: 200+ people
What happened: Idle No More supporters performed a flash mob and round dance.

When: Dec. 26, 2012
Where: St. Vital Centre
Attendance: Unknown
What happened: A rally with traditional drumming during the mayhem of Boxing Day shopping.

When: Dec. 22, 2012
Where: Portage Place Shopping Centre and Polo Park mall
Attendance: “Hundreds” of people
What happened: Large flash mobs occurred, complete with traditional drumming.

When: Dec. 21, 2012
Where: Oodena Celebration Circle at the Forks and the Legislative grounds
Attendance: 500 people (according to the Winnipeg Police Service), 2,000 people (according to organizers)
What happened: A rally at the Forks included speakers, drumming, prayers, and a ceremony. The attendants then collectively marched to the legislative grounds.

When: Dec. 21, 2012
Where: Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
Attendance: “Dozens” of vehicles
What happened: In support of the movement, the Northern Chiefs Organization and Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak blocked traffic while circling the terminal in their cars.

When: Dec. 10, 2012
Where: Legislative grounds
Attendance: 300 people
What happened: The National Day of Action and Solidarity saw traditional songs and drumming, along with speeches at this rally.

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