Trump in the crosshairs: ‘No Kings Day’ rallies draw hundreds of thousands

October 18, 2025

Trump in the crosshairs: ‘No Kings Day’ rallies draw hundreds of thousands

From Washington to Vancouver, and from Montreal to Berlin, thousands gathered Saturday for the second No Kings Day , a day of action protesting U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration and what organizers describe as a stand against authoritarianism.

In Vancouver, hundreds gathered in downtown on Saturday for the event, held at Jack Poole Plaza beside the Olympic Cauldron, between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., and was one of more than 2,000 coordinated demonstrations across the world.

“In Canada, we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us,” a release from organizers read.

Organizers emphasized the movement’s commitment to non-violent action, with marshals on site to assist in de-escalating tensions and to ensure the event remained safe and accessible.

The protest was held on mostly flat ground to accommodate those with mobility needs, and accessible washrooms were available.

The organizers also emphasized the need for demonstrating safely during the protests.

“We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation and to act lawfully at these events,” organizers said.

“Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought.”