With broad powers that go beyond what governments can normally do, some experts are warning the Emergencies Act could leave an indefinite scar on the face of the nation.
Ottawa Police Service Chief Peter Sloly has resigned amid the so-called ‘freedom convoy’ protests that have taken over much of downtown Ottawa for weeks.
“It’s important for Canadians and the world to know that Canada will continue supporting Ukraine and its independence, integrity, sovereignty,” Trudeau said.
Cale Kerkhof was part of the convoy crowd on Saturday, his third visit in as many weekends. He said the police have been “amazing every weekend so far.”
Police only moved in once the fence was already down, and cries of ‘freedom’ could be heard from the protesters who quickly gathered around the site.
The so-called ‘freedom convoy’ is spreading out in Ottawa as it hits the two-week mark — and Global News has created a map of where the convoy protest’s encampments are now.
Justin Trudeau’s comment came in the wake of reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade Ukraine and has communicated that to the Russian military.
The development comes in the wake of Premier Doug Ford declaring a state of emergency in Ontario, as the so-called “freedom convoy” enters its second week in the province.
The warning comes as the ‘freedom convoy’ trucks continue to clog the streets of Ottawa’s downtown core, rendering some areas near Parliament Hill impassable.
The Liberal MP, who stepped down from his caucus leadership role, said his government should provide a ‘clear and measurable benchmark’ for when COVID-19 measures will be lifted.
In one email obtained by Global News, healthcare workers were told to wear “street clothes” on their way to work, “not clothing which identifies you as a healthcare worker.”
Police Chief Peter Sloly says he needs more officers from federal and provincial forces put an end to the so-called “Freedom Convoy” occupying Ottawa.
The convoy protest descended on Ottawa’s downtown core last Friday, with unmasked protestors shouting on the streets for their freedoms back.
The bill would require streaming services to follow Canadian content rules, ensuring the companies pay into cultural funds and display a certain amount of Canadian content.
As the trucker convoy continues to occupy downtown streets, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau won’t say whether he’s willing to negotiate with the group.