Police blocked off several streets in downtown Saskatoon Saturday in response to a protest calling for the government health regulations during the coronavirus pandemic to be lifted.
Around 100 people gathered in Kiwanis Park around 2 p.m. with slogans and speeches.
With public health restrictions limiting gatherings to 10 people, several police officers kept an eye on the protest.
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Police said they were notified about the event earlier in the week and have spoken with the organizers.
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Following the speeches, the group walked along a pre-determined route while police asked the public to avoid the area.
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