Canada: Protests planned in Toronto, Edmonton, and Saskatoon September 26

Event

Activists have announced that protests associated with The Line Canada civil liberties group will take place in Toronto, Edmonton, and Saskatoon on Saturday, September 26, against restrictions imposed due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Thousands of protesters are expected to meet in Toronto's Dundas Square between 12:00 and 15:00 (local time). Hundreds of others are expected to gather in Edmonton in front of Alberta Legislature Building between 13:00 and 15:00, while demonstrations in Saskatoon will take place at Kiwanis Park between 14:00 and 17:00.

A heightened police presence and localized disruptions to transport are to be expected in the vicinity of any demonstrations.

Advice

Those in Toronto, Edmonton, and Saskatoon are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.