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In Ottawa Trucker Protests, a Pressing Question: Where Were the Police?
They were vastly outnumbered, experts say, and unprepared for the sophisticated tactics, discipline and logistical abilities of the protesters.
Canada Toughens Stance on Protests, Promising ‘Robust’ Police Response
After treading lightly for weeks, officials obtained a court order to halt the blockade of a major route to the United States. They also vowed fines and arrests.
What to Know About the Canada Trucker Protests
Once narrowly focused on a vaccine mandate for drivers entering Canada from the U.S., the protests have ballooned into a sprawling campaign against various grievances.
Ottawa Protesters Turn a Quiet Capital Upside Down
The Ottawa protesters are giddy with their sense of collective purpose. But local residents see the demonstration as an unruly, disrespectful and even dangerous occupation.
A Timeline of the Canada Truck Driver’s Protest
After protests over vaccine mandates engulfed Canada’s capital, the mayor of Ottawa declared a state of emergency on Sunday.
Some Critics Call for Trudeau to Channel His Father on Protests
The prime minister’s father, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, confronted a violent movement in Quebec in 1970, and his response is “burned” into the memories of many Canadians.
Ottawa Protests Become Rallying Cry for Far-Right and Anti-Vaccine Groups
It may be only a few hundred demonstrators occupying Ottawa’s streets to protest government overreach, but their message has aroused passions around the world.
A Moment for Canada’s Far Right, Still Struggling for Support
The country’s political system has made it hard for fringe groups to gain influence. But a new cause, and fund-raising across borders, could begin to fuel Canadian populists.
Ottawa Mayor Declares State of Emergency Amid Antigovernment Protests
A 10-day demonstration by truckers and other protesters has ensnarled Canada’s capital and led officials to warn that things could turn violent.