The ‘Occupy Wall Street’ movement hit Regina Saturday.
While the gathering wasn’t as large-scale as some of the protests across the country, around 100 people came out to Victoria Park expressing the idea that our society is fueling the rich and squandering the poor.
Many people brought signs displaying their messages.
“There’s a very miniscule percentage of people, and a certain kind of people, who hold power,” said protestor Taylor Marshall.
“I think this needs to be examined and really looked at and questioned.”
Others were concerned with the economy, and its profits.
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“When (those in power) say ‘Oh we’re booming, Saskatchewan’s booming’, I want people to look around and see (who it is) booming for,” said protestor Dan Lindsay.
Those gathering said the issue of wealth affects everyone, even here in Saskatchewan.
“This isn’t a matter of aboriginal people living in north central,” said Lindsay.
Affordable living and affordable housing are both hot topics within the movement, and on the campaign trail.
“One of the challenges, and there are challenges that come with growth, is housing,” said Sask Party Leader Brad Wall.
“We’re seeing some process in this regard, and it’s still an issue that needs a lot of work.”
NDP Leader Dwain Lingenfelter says the ‘Occupy Wall Street’ movement is definitely getting people talking.
“These people who want to come out and make their views known on sharing the wealth of Saskatchewan and other parts of Canada,” said Lingenfelter.
“I think that can’t hurt the debate and dialogue going on.”
Protestors in Regina told Global News they had full intentions on continuing their demonstrations as long as they could.
“I know I’ll be bringing my tent,” said Lindsay.
Around dinner time on Saturday there were no police reports of any violence or arrests from the protest.
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