Americas: Anti-establishment activists plan protest in cities in the US, Canada, and Argentina Nov. 5

Event

Activists associated with the anti-establishment group Anonymous have organized a demonstration in six cities in the US, Canada, and Argentina Nov. 5 as part of the annual so-called "Million Mask March." The purpose of the action, should it take place, is to denounce what activists perceive as increasing government encroachment on civil liberties and rising inequality. Participation is unclear.

The following announced locations and times are the following:

• Detroit, Michigan, US: Hart Plaza from 13:00

• San Diego, California, US: Waterfront Park Downtown San Diego from 18:00

• San Antonio, Texas, US: 300 Alamo Plaza from 15:00

• Los Angeles, California, US: City Hall from 18:00

• Montreal, Quebec, Canada: Dorchester Square from 16:00

• Buenos Aires, Argentina: Plaza del Congreso from 16:00

Further protests are likely in additional cities throughout the Americas; likely locations are central squares, some protests could involve marches through the surrounding area. Attendance will likely be in the hundreds at larger gatherings but will vary by location.

Authorities will likely deploy police forces to monitor the events. Increased security and the presence of protesters will likely prompt localized transport disruptions. Isolated skirmishes with security forces cannot be ruled out. While bystanders are unlikely to be directly targeted in any violence, they would face an indirect threat of physical harm.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Check for transport disruptions in protest areas and allow extra time for travel.