05 Nov 2020 | 09:11 PM UTC
Canada: Demonstrators to gather in Toronto and Aylmer on November 7
Demonstrators set to gather in Toronto and Aylmer on November 7 to protest against COVID-19 restrictions; disruption likely
Event
Activists have called for a demonstration in Toronto and Aylmer (Ontario province) for Saturday, November 7. The demonstrations have been organized by 'The Line' activist group and are being held to protest against coronavirus disease (COVID-19) related restrictions. Participants of the demonstration are scheduled to gather at approximately 12:00 (local time) at Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto. In Aylmer, a protest in the form of a car parade is scheduled to take place at 13:30 at East Elgin Community Complex, where a rally will then take place.
Although the protest is expected to pass peacefully, a heightened security presence and localized traffic disruption are expected in the vicinity of the event.
Advice
Those in Toronto and Aylmer are advised to monitor developments, anticipate disruptions to transport, avoid large gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions by local authorities.