Ottawa police said they are keeping their eyes on Parliament Hill this weekend after information spread on social media about details of a potential multi-day demonstration against the federal Liberal government.
Ottawa police said in an email the force “is aware of the potential for demonstrations this coming weekend” and monitoring the situation to be ready to act if needed.
“As with any demonstration, police expect lawful behaviour.”
Police did not share details about what demonstration officers would be monitoring this weekend.
There has been discussion on social media recently about an apparent rally called the “National Shutdown” protest scheduled for Parliament Hill for a few days beginning April 1. An event poster shared online claims the protest would demand the removal of the Liberal government from power, claiming it is illegitimate due to election interference.
This newspaper reached out to the Parliamentary Protective Service and the committee responsible for issuing permits for events on Parliament Hill. No response had been sent as of mid-afternoon Thursday.
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