26 Nov 2020 | 11:40 PM UTC
Canada: Demonstrators to gather natonwide November 28 /update 1
Demonstrators set to gather nationwide on November 28 to denounce COVID-19 restrictions; localized disruptions likely
Event
Demonstrators are set to gather nationwide on Saturday, November 28, to denounce restrictions related to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Demonstrations are set to take place at the following locations (all times local):
- Toronto (Ontario province) - Yonge-Dundas Square from 12:00
- Sarnia (Ontario province) - City Hall from 13:00
- Edmonton (Alberta province) - Legislature Building from 13:00
- Winnipeg (Manitoba province) - Canadian Human Rights Museum from 11:00
A related rally took place in Toronto on Thursday, November 26, and passed off peacefully.
A heightened police presence and localized transport disruptions should also be expected in the vicinity of any demonstration.
Advice
Those in Canada are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
