Two major intersections were shut down for a period of time on Sunday, Aug. 25, by protesters in green shirts advocating for animal rights and climate action.

Seventy-five protesters lined the cross walks at the intersection of Bernard Ave. and Richter St. and Harvey Avenue and Richter Street.

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RibFest Kelowna spurred the protesters to take a stand, with Kelowna being one of the many meat festival locations that have been met with activists.

Gordey, a vegan of eight years, said the protesters received both support and frustration, but that it91裸聊视频檚 imperative for people to consider what their habits are doing to the planet.

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Proceeds from the volunteer-driven RibFest go towards charities such as the Rotary Club of Kelowna Sunrise, among other international programs.

The hard part for Gordey and fellow protesters, she said, is they know the festival91裸聊视频檚 proceeds are donated, but the charities are, ironically, helping those most affected by climate change.

Representatives from RibFest Kelowna could not be reached for comment.

Carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide released through livestock production accumulates to 10 per cent of Canada91裸聊视频檚 greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Canadian government. This is excluding emissions from fossil fuels or fertilizer production.

Outside of Canada, agriculture emissions in developing countries have increased by 32 per cent between 1990 and 2005. The subsequent deforestation and harmful agricultural practices represent about a third of global emissions, according to Agri-Food Canada.