As the protest against the Canadian government's health measures and vaccine mandates entered an eleventh day on Monday, police have threatened to clamp down after facing criticism for lack of action that has crippled the national capital.
A hearing into a proposed class-action lawsuit seeking an injunction to silence the constant honking by truckers will take place on Monday.
On Sunday night, police began removing gas and fuel supplies at a logistics encampment set up by protesters, after the city's mayor declared a state ofA well-organized supply chain -- including portable saunas, a community kitchen and bouncy castles for children -- has sustained the protesters. It has relied partly on funding from sympathizers in the United States, police said.The Canadian government has refused to back down on the issue.
Trudeau and his family left their downtown home after truckers started arriving in Ottawa and his location has not been disclosed due to security concerns. Over the weekend, protests spilled over into other large Canadian cities, including the financial capital Toronto, and were met with counter demonstrations. The protests, including in Ottawa, have been largely peaceful.
Canadians have largely followed government's health measures and nearly 79% of the eligible population has taken double dose of the vaccine. But recent polls have shown frustrations against restrictions are growing.Writing by Denny Thomas; Editing by Michael PerrySubscribe to our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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