One arrested at OneBC event at UVic that draws protesters – Times Colonist
December 3, 2025
Police did not name the person arrested under the Trespass Act, but OneBC leader Dallas Brodie said it was planned speaker Frances Widdowson, who was later released.
A would-be speaker was arrested under the Trespass Act after she arrived at the University of Victoria on Tuesday for an event intended to shed light on what the OneBC political party refers to as the “reconciliation industry.”
An officer at the scene initially said two people were arrested, after protesters scuffled with those trying to hold the unsanctioned event. Saanich police issued a statement later Tuesday saying only one person was arrested.
Police did not name the person who was arrested, but OneBC leader Dallas Brodie said it was Frances Widdowson, who was later released.
