BREAKING: Canadian police have moved in to remove protesters who have disrupted Canada-U.S. trade at a major bridge border crossing. The demonstrators are protesting against Canada’s COVID-19 mandates and restrictions.
“The illegal blockades are impacting trade, supply chains & manufacturing. They’re hurting Canadian families, workers & businesses. Glad to see the Windsor Police & its policing partners commenced enforcement at and near the Ambassador Bridge. These blockades must stop,” Federal Innovation Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne tweeted.
On Friday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford declared a state of emergency in the province that will allow his cabinet to impose $100,000 fines and up to one year in jail as punishments against people who continue to illegally block roads, bridges, walkways and other critical infrastructure. Windsor police immediately warned that anyone blocking the streets could be subject to arrest and their vehicles could be seized.At the Ambassador Bridge, an unidentified person grabbed a microphone and addressed the crowd, asking if they wanted to stay or leave when the deadline rolled around. By a show of applause, it was agreed they would stay. “OK,” the man said. “Let’s stand tall.” The protesters responded by singing the Canadian national anthem.The Ambassador Bridge is the busiest U.S.
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