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Protesters from opposing groups face off at Calgary City Hall

Demonstrators from two opposing groups rallying at City Hall on Sunday. Global News

Dozens of police officers watched over demonstrators from two opposing groups, the Calgary Anti-Fascist Action and the North American Freedom Fighters, rallying at city hall on Sunday afternoon.

So far this summer, there have been several heated rallies in downtown Calgary.

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Anti-Fascist demonstrators said more needs to be done to stop racism in Calgary.

“I want people of colour to know that they should have a voice and they’re allowed to come and say something. They’re allowed to disrupt the system that disrupts their life all the time,” one protester said.

Police said the demonstrations remained peaceful and no arrests were made.

 

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