Trucker protest at U.S. border crossing reportedly several kilometres long

[Ron in Regina]

Sabrina Maddeaux: Freedom Convoy a gift to smug Liberals as it pushes Conservatives off balance

Both parties are playing to audiences that have little to do with the protest

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The fiasco’s general population spectators generally fall into one of two camps. The first are Canadians with deep, often legitimate rage regarding pandemic failures, with no healthy outlet through which to express that anger. A lot of this comes down to democratic failings, including the inability of other political parties to come up with a viable alternative to Justin Trudeau and a first-past-the-post electoral system that fails to properly represent voters. When frustrated people have nothing to rally for, they turn to rallying against. Trudeau has become the “against.”

This is compounded by the Liberal party’s moral puritanism that seeks to paint critics on everything from pandemic to housing policy as bad/racist/anti-vaxx, which makes a lot of Canadians feel they can’t publicly express their true views without fear of ostracization or retaliation. Instead, a lot of anger stays pent up, festering and growing more toxic over time.

Which brings us to the second camp of at-home spectators: the ones feasting on schadenfreude, gobbling up the fringe, problematic, and just plain ridiculous aspects of the convoy to feel superior to their political opponents and validate their worldviews. Doing so makes them feel good in the way reading trashy celebrity gossip makes people feel good — except, in this case, the societal consequences are potentially much more severe.

Conservative politicians looking to benefit from the convoy’s political theatre are appealing to camp one, hoping to turn anger into votes. Meanwhile, Liberals seeking to capitalize on it are targeting camp two, aiming to justify their puritanical approach to politics and stave off any real competition for power. In the process, both risk egging on true radicals and pushing more Canadians to the fringes. It’s a no-win scenario and self-serving politics at the worst possible time.

 

[Serryah]

Sabrina Maddeaux: Freedom Convoy a gift to smug Liberals as it pushes Conservatives off balance

Both parties are playing to audiences that have little to do with the protest

nationalpost.com

The fiasco’s general population spectators generally fall into one of two camps. The first are Canadians with deep, often legitimate rage regarding pandemic failures, with no healthy outlet through which to express that anger. A lot of this comes down to democratic failings, including the inability of other political parties to come up with a viable alternative to Justin Trudeau and a first-past-the-post electoral system that fails to properly represent voters. When frustrated people have nothing to rally for, they turn to rallying against. Trudeau has become the “against.”

This is compounded by the Liberal party’s moral puritanism that seeks to paint critics on everything from pandemic to housing policy as bad/racist/anti-vaxx, which makes a lot of Canadians feel they can’t publicly express their true views without fear of ostracization or retaliation. Instead, a lot of anger stays pent up, festering and growing more toxic over time.

Which brings us to the second camp of at-home spectators: the ones feasting on schadenfreude, gobbling up the fringe, problematic, and just plain ridiculous aspects of the convoy to feel superior to their political opponents and validate their worldviews. Doing so makes them feel good in the way reading trashy celebrity gossip makes people feel good — except, in this case, the societal consequences are potentially much more severe.

Conservative politicians looking to benefit from the convoy’s political theatre are appealing to camp one, hoping to turn anger into votes. Meanwhile, Liberals seeking to capitalize on it are targeting camp two, aiming to justify their puritanical approach to politics and stave off any real competition for power. In the process, both risk egging on true radicals and pushing more Canadians to the fringes. It’s a no-win scenario and self-serving politics at the worst possible time.

Both parties pandering to people; that I can see absolutely.

 

[Ron in Regina]

No one got arrested yesterday.
You asked if any was ever arrested in the past 2 years and I said that someone did , a few years ago. They were nobody drunks and just pissed on the Memorial one night.

Again anybody defacing a memorial, etc… should be punished!! We are in the day and age of everybody carrying a smart phone that has a video camera, & CCTV cameras etc… so somebody knows or has video of both the Terry Fox statue being monkeyed with, and whoever was on the war memorial….& whoever those fools are they should be arrested, charged, & legally spanked!!!

Someone put a Team Canada hockey cap on a Terry Fox statue, near Parliament Hill, and someone made it look like he was holding a sign saying “mandate Freedom.”

“Officials decry ‘desecration’ of monuments during Ottawa protest,” said the headline on a Canadian Press story that ran with a photo of the Fox statue.

Desecration? That’s a bit much. Stupid yes, desecration no. Yes, but didn’t you see the people who danced on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?

Several people were singing, dancing, waving Quebec flags while one danced on the tomb. This isn’t the first time that’s happened, and it sadly won’t be the last. Such acts are always universally condemned, which is the good part, and after this video circulated, organizers of the convoy put their own guards at the tomb to prevent any further issues and laid flowers in an act of respect.

That’s not how things go when progressives get near statues and monuments during a protest.
When statues are toppled, Liberals nod in agreement or remain silent. While they wail about Nazi flags — always despicable and to be denounced — they say nothing as their supporters compare every conservative leader to Hitler.

They also say nothing when communist flags appear at progressive protests, despite the murderous and oppressive nature of that global movement.

(In fact, Fidel Castro has been praised by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau who once said he admires China’s basic dictatorship.)

You’ll forgive me if I don’t want to take lessons on what is acceptable, at a protest or otherwise, from a movement whose leader defends church burnings as understandable — something Trudeau and his sidekick Gerry Butts did this past summer.

If violence and the desecration of statues are bad, why not denounce all of them, instead of giving vocal or silent approval to some while fanning the flames of outrage at others. If violence and the destruction of property are always bad, then be consistent.

LILLEY: Liberals in no position to give lessons of what's acceptable — Toronto Sun

On Saturday, dejected Liberals didn’t get the riots or the Jan. 6th moment they were hoping for. The violence didn’t come on Sunday, either, as the protests surrounding the trucker convoy hit their second day. These barbarians may not have rioted, they may not have stormed Parliament to try and...

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[Ron in Regina]

Okay this is worth a laugh no matter what side of the fence you sit on.. pro-vax or anti-vax

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his family were reportedly moved to a secret location Saturday after thousands of protesters descended on the country’s capital to decry COVID-19 vaccine mandates.

Trudeau, his wife and their children were relocated from their Ottawa home to the undisclosed location in the capital amid heightened security concerns, sources told CBC.

The prime minister’s itinerary for the day usually states he is in Ottawa if he’s at home, but on Saturday it was changed to say “National Capital Region/Tofino.” Trudeau has been working remotely and isolating after one of his children tested positive for COVID last week.

The move to relocate Trudeau came as the protesters — mostly made up of a huge convoy of truckers — rolled into the city to rail against vaccine mandates, masks and lockdowns.

 

[spaminator]

Convoy protesters make for ‘a really tough day’ at Shepherds of Good Hope shelter: CEO
Two apparent protesters taking part in the "Freedom Convoy" of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures this weekend allegedly assaulted a homeless person near Shepherds of Good Hope Saturday.

Author of the article:Elizabeth Payne
Publishing date:Jan 30, 2022 • 10 hours ago • 2 minute read • 101 Comments
Thousands gathered in the downtown core Saturday protesting COVID-19 health mandates.
Thousands gathered in the downtown core Saturday protesting COVID-19 health mandates. PHOTO BY ASHLEY FRASER /Postmedia
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Ottawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope has received an outpouring of support and donations after its staff were harassed and a client was assaulted by “Freedom Convoy” protesters on the weekend.

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On Saturday, a group of protesters associated with the convoy of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures in downtown Ottawa harassed staff and demanded food from its soup kitchen in an altercation that lasted for hours. Shelter officials described their behaviour as “mob-like”.

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Earlier, a man who lives in the shelter was assaulted outdoors by protesters who then hurled racial slurs at a security guard who went to assist him, the shelter’s president and CEO said Sunday.

Deirdre Freiheit said the situation was upsetting for everyone. Staff members, who were being harassed, initially served meals to some of the protesters in order to de-escalate the situation, she said.

“It was a very difficult day for them. The disruptions were many. They are working hard, they are tired and we are short-staffed. When people are taking away their ability to provide services to many of the most vulnerable people in the city, it is very discouraging.

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“It was a really tough day all around.”

For much of the day Saturday, access to Shepherds, at the corner of Murray Street and King Edward Avenue, was blocked by unattended protest trucks that were left running. Freiheit said that meant ambulances were unable to get in and staff had a more difficult time reaching people in the community who might be overdosing or in need of help.

“That could have cost somebody their life.”

A tweet from Shepherds of Good Hope about the situation has drawn outrage and donations to Shepherds. At one point on Sunday, its website became overwhelmed with people trying to make donations.

Freiheit said it is encouraging that people are offering support and donations during a tough weekend.

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“There is always some good that comes out of difficult situations.”

Outrage was also continuing to grow online to news that staff at Ottawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope had been harassed into feeding some of the protesters.

The shelter tweeted Saturday that this had put a “significant” strain on its resources.

“Earlier today, our staff and volunteers experienced harassment from convoy protestors seeking meals from our soup kitchen,” the tweet said. “The individuals were given meals to diffuse (sic) the conflict. Management was then informed of the issue and no further meals were given to protesters. Our soup kitchen is committed to providing meals to people experiencing and at risk of homelessness in Ottawa. This weekend’s events have caused significant strain to our operations at an already difficult time.”

In a statement Sunday, the shelter noted that Saturday’s incident occurred two years to the day after the declaration of a State of Emergency on Housing and Homelessness in Ottawa.

“Since then, we have battled an unprecedented global pandemic. We have lost many community members due to the toxic overdose crisis. Our staff are beyond exhausted. We are so proud of how they have weathered the events of this weekend, as they weather all things, with courage and compassion.”

To donate:

Shepherds of Good Hope | Homes for all. Community for all. Hope for all.

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Mayor Jim Watson wrote on Twitter that this was “completely unacceptable behaviour” by the protesters.

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Convoy protesters make for ‘a really tough day’ at Shepherds of Good Hope shelter: CEO

Two apparent protesters taking part in the "Freedom Convoy" of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures this weekend allegedly assaulted a h…

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[spaminator]

Mayor of Terry Fox's hometown in B.C. calls out vaccine mandate protesters for defacing statue
'Whatever your cause, you don't get to appropriate his legacy and you don't touch his statue. Ever,' says Brad West, the mayor of Port Coquitlam.

Author of the article:Tiffany Crawford
Publishing date:Jan 29, 2022 • 1 day ago • 3 minute read • 345 Comments
Hundreds of truckers drove their giant rigs into the Canadian capital Ottawa on Saturday as part of a self-titled "Freedom Convoy" to protest vaccine mandates required to cross the US border.
Hundreds of truckers drove their giant rigs into the Canadian capital Ottawa on Saturday as part of a self-titled "Freedom Convoy" to protest vaccine mandates required to cross the US border. PHOTO BY ASHLEY FRASER, OTTAWA CITIZEN /PNG
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The mayor of Port Coquitlam is upset that vaccine mandate protesters have defaced a statue of the city’s hometown hero Terry Fox in Ottawa.

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Brad West posted on Twitter on Saturday, saying Terry Fox is the city’s hero, national inspiration and unifier.


Along with many others, West voiced his dismay after photos were posted on social media showing the statue holding an upside-down Canadian flag and a sign that reads “mandate freedom.”

The incident happened Saturday during a protest of vaccine mandates by a convoy of trucks that rolled into Ottawa on Saturday.

“Whatever your cause, you don’t get to appropriate his legacy and you don’t touch his statue. Ever. This should be removed immediately,” said West in a tweet.


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Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson said, in a tweet, he has asked staff to take down the sign and the upside-down flag, calling it “completely unacceptable” and the kind of stunt that “does not help their cause.” He also said cars parked on the grounds of the national Cenotaph have been removed.

“Parking on this sacred ground that includes the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was a sign of complete disrespect,” he said.

The photo of the defaced statue was widely shared on social media Saturday, sparking outrage. Many noted that Fox was an advocate for science and that vaccines provide protection against COVID-19 to vulnerable cancer patients.


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On Saturday, the Terry Fox Foundation tweeted that “Terry believed in science and gave his life to help others” and thanked its supporters for helping to work toward Fox’s dream of a world without cancer.

Kelly Curwin, a spokesperson for the Terry Fox Research Institute, said they would not be commenting further on the incident.

The Terry Fox statue in Ottawa, Sunday, September 20, 2015.
The Terry Fox statue in Ottawa, Sunday, September 20, 2015. PHOTO BY FRED CHARTRAND /THE CANADIAN PRESS
Meantime, some protesters gathered in Vancouver and a Chilliwack trucker had organized a support rally to drive to Vancouver from Langley and back to Chilliwack, according to a report in The Chilliwack Progress .

There were also small clusters of protesters at the south end of the Burrard Bridge cheering on some trucks. Some demonstrators carried People’s Party of Canada signs, while others held defaced Canadian flags cursing Trudeau. A number of cars and standing protesters had flags flying upside-down.

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According to the Canadian government’s flag rules , the country’s flag should never be flown upside-down except as a signal of distress in instances of extreme danger to life.

Vancouver police Const. Tania Visintin said cops were aware of the truck convoy in Vancouver and, as of 1 p.m., there had been no problems or arrests.

Victoria police also tweeted that a large protest was disrupting traffic around the provincial legislature, while videos posted to social media showed a group of trucks and other vehicles in Prince George honking in support of those rallying in Ottawa.

The Canadian Trucking Alliance issued a statement Saturday, saying as the protests unfold over the weekend, “we ask the Canadian public to be aware that many of the people you see and hear in media reports do not have a connection to the trucking industry.”

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A convoy of trucks packed the streets of Ottawa on Saturday to protest vaccine mandates. Ottawa police had to help Rideau Centre management and security close the downtown shopping mall “due to the overcrowding” by unmasked protesters.

People’s Party of Canada Leader Maxime Bernier attended the rally in Ottawa and spoke to supporters on Parliament Hill where he blasted the Conservative leader for not showing up. Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole said Friday that he supported their right to be heard and called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to hear their concerns. Trudeau was in isolation Saturday after one of his children was infected by COVID-19.

Photos posted to social media also showed some protesters with the racist confederate flag and waving banners with the Nazi swastika symbol.

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Mayor of Terry Fox's hometown in B.C. calls out vaccine mandate protesters for defacing statue

'Whatever your cause...you don't touch his statue. Ever,' says Brad West, the mayor of Port Coquitlam.

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[spaminator]

Defence chief criticizes protesters for dancing on National War Memorial
"Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this."

Author of the article:Staff Reporter
Publishing date:Jan 29, 2022 • 1 day ago • 2 minute read • 174 Comments
The National War Memorial contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country's military.
The National War Memorial contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country's military. PHOTO BY ERROL MCGIHON /Postmedia
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The head of Canada’s military criticized protesters associated with the Freedom Convoy for dancing and drinking on the site of the National War Memorial in downtown Ottawa on Saturday.

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A video shared on Twitter showed protesters drinking, shouting and dancing at the memorial, drawing outrage from members of the military and others online. The site contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country’s military.

The user who posted the video said he told the protesters of the site’s importance.


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In a statement posted online after the video was released, Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre said he was “sickened to see protesters dance on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and desecrate the National War Memorial.”

“Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this,” Eyre posted online.

“Those involved should hang their heads in shame.”

Eyre has served as chief of defence staff since February 2021, first on an acting basis before being appointed to the role in a full-time capacity in November.

The Royal Canadian Legion, the country’s largest veteran-support organization, added its voice to the criticism of the protesters at the War Memorial with a statement saying it “strongly condemns the shocking actions.

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“This sacred memorial site commemorates those who fought and fell for the very freedoms that allow people in Canada the right to protest peacefully,” the Legion statement said. “We are dismayed and saddened by this overt lack of respect.”


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Defence Minister Anita Anand also took to Twitter to criticize those dancing, shouting and drinking, calling the National War Memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier “sacred sites for our country.”

“I urge all Canadians to treat them with solemnity, out of respect for those who have fought and died for Canada.”


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Earlier in the day, some protesters were seen parking their vehicles at the memorial site, which again drew quick rebukes, including one from the federal veterans affairs minister.

Lawrence MacAulay said on Twitter that, while he respected the right to protest, it was disrespectful to use the site as parking.

A short time after, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson said Ottawa police had removed the cars parked at the memorial.

Watson called the site “sacred ground” and added that parking there was a “sign of complete disrespect.”

An unidentified man poses for a photo in front of the National War Memorial on Saturday.
An unidentified man poses for a photo in front of the National War Memorial on Saturday. PHOTO BY PATRICK DOYLE /REUTERS

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Defence chief criticizes protesters for dancing on National War Memorial

"Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this."

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[Nick Danger]

Sabrina Maddeaux: Freedom Convoy a gift to smug Liberals as it pushes Conservatives off balance

Both parties are playing to audiences that have little to do with the protest

nationalpost.com

Excellent and thought-provoking commentary on the dark road that partisan squabbling is taking us down. Both of our major parties are more concerned with gaining or hanging on to power than actually running the country in a manner that benefits all Canadians. Thanks for posting that Ron.

 

[B00Mer]

Convoy protesters make for ‘a really tough day’ at Shepherds of Good Hope shelter: CEO
Two apparent protesters taking part in the "Freedom Convoy" of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures this weekend allegedly assaulted a homeless person near Shepherds of Good Hope Saturday.

Author of the article:Elizabeth Payne
Publishing date:Jan 30, 2022 • 10 hours ago • 2 minute read • 101 Comments
Thousands gathered in the downtown core Saturday protesting COVID-19 health mandates.
Thousands gathered in the downtown core Saturday protesting COVID-19 health mandates. PHOTO BY ASHLEY FRASER /Postmedia
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Ottawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope has received an outpouring of support and donations after its staff were harassed and a client was assaulted by “Freedom Convoy” protesters on the weekend.

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On Saturday, a group of protesters associated with the convoy of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures in downtown Ottawa harassed staff and demanded food from its soup kitchen in an altercation that lasted for hours. Shelter officials described their behaviour as “mob-like”.

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Earlier, a man who lives in the shelter was assaulted outdoors by protesters who then hurled racial slurs at a security guard who went to assist him, the shelter’s president and CEO said Sunday.

Deirdre Freiheit said the situation was upsetting for everyone. Staff members, who were being harassed, initially served meals to some of the protesters in order to de-escalate the situation, she said.

“It was a very difficult day for them. The disruptions were many. They are working hard, they are tired and we are short-staffed. When people are taking away their ability to provide services to many of the most vulnerable people in the city, it is very discouraging.

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“It was a really tough day all around.”

For much of the day Saturday, access to Shepherds, at the corner of Murray Street and King Edward Avenue, was blocked by unattended protest trucks that were left running. Freiheit said that meant ambulances were unable to get in and staff had a more difficult time reaching people in the community who might be overdosing or in need of help.

“That could have cost somebody their life.”

A tweet from Shepherds of Good Hope about the situation has drawn outrage and donations to Shepherds. At one point on Sunday, its website became overwhelmed with people trying to make donations.

Freiheit said it is encouraging that people are offering support and donations during a tough weekend.

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“There is always some good that comes out of difficult situations.”

Outrage was also continuing to grow online to news that staff at Ottawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope had been harassed into feeding some of the protesters.

The shelter tweeted Saturday that this had put a “significant” strain on its resources.

“Earlier today, our staff and volunteers experienced harassment from convoy protestors seeking meals from our soup kitchen,” the tweet said. “The individuals were given meals to diffuse (sic) the conflict. Management was then informed of the issue and no further meals were given to protesters. Our soup kitchen is committed to providing meals to people experiencing and at risk of homelessness in Ottawa. This weekend’s events have caused significant strain to our operations at an already difficult time.”

In a statement Sunday, the shelter noted that Saturday’s incident occurred two years to the day after the declaration of a State of Emergency on Housing and Homelessness in Ottawa.

“Since then, we have battled an unprecedented global pandemic. We have lost many community members due to the toxic overdose crisis. Our staff are beyond exhausted. We are so proud of how they have weathered the events of this weekend, as they weather all things, with courage and compassion.”

To donate:

Shepherds of Good Hope | Homes for all. Community for all. Hope for all.

secure3.convio.net

Mayor Jim Watson wrote on Twitter that this was “completely unacceptable behaviour” by the protesters.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1487784977928495106

Convoy protesters make for ‘a really tough day’ at Shepherds of Good Hope shelter: CEO

Two apparent protesters taking part in the "Freedom Convoy" of truckers and supporters railing against COVID-19 health measures this weekend allegedly assaulted a h…

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[B00Mer]

Defence chief criticizes protesters for dancing on National War Memorial
"Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this."

Author of the article:Staff Reporter
Publishing date:Jan 29, 2022 • 1 day ago • 2 minute read • 174 Comments
The National War Memorial contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country's military.
The National War Memorial contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country's military. PHOTO BY ERROL MCGIHON /Postmedia
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The head of Canada’s military criticized protesters associated with the Freedom Convoy for dancing and drinking on the site of the National War Memorial in downtown Ottawa on Saturday.

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A video shared on Twitter showed protesters drinking, shouting and dancing at the memorial, drawing outrage from members of the military and others online. The site contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and pays tribute to all Canadians who died serving the country’s military.

The user who posted the video said he told the protesters of the site’s importance.


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In a statement posted online after the video was released, Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre said he was “sickened to see protesters dance on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and desecrate the National War Memorial.”

“Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this,” Eyre posted online.

“Those involved should hang their heads in shame.”

Eyre has served as chief of defence staff since February 2021, first on an acting basis before being appointed to the role in a full-time capacity in November.

The Royal Canadian Legion, the country’s largest veteran-support organization, added its voice to the criticism of the protesters at the War Memorial with a statement saying it “strongly condemns the shocking actions.

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“This sacred memorial site commemorates those who fought and fell for the very freedoms that allow people in Canada the right to protest peacefully,” the Legion statement said. “We are dismayed and saddened by this overt lack of respect.”


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Defence Minister Anita Anand also took to Twitter to criticize those dancing, shouting and drinking, calling the National War Memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier “sacred sites for our country.”

“I urge all Canadians to treat them with solemnity, out of respect for those who have fought and died for Canada.”


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Earlier in the day, some protesters were seen parking their vehicles at the memorial site, which again drew quick rebukes, including one from the federal veterans affairs minister.

Lawrence MacAulay said on Twitter that, while he respected the right to protest, it was disrespectful to use the site as parking.

A short time after, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson said Ottawa police had removed the cars parked at the memorial.

Watson called the site “sacred ground” and added that parking there was a “sign of complete disrespect.”

An unidentified man poses for a photo in front of the National War Memorial on Saturday.
An unidentified man poses for a photo in front of the National War Memorial on Saturday. PHOTO BY PATRICK DOYLE /REUTERS

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Defence chief criticizes protesters for dancing on National War Memorial

"Generations of Canadians have fought and died for our rights, including free speech, but not this."

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Spammy must be a LIBERAL

 

[mentalfloss]

Found Boomer

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[B00Mer]

 

[B00Mer]

Found Boomer

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I'm too old and grumpy to do that.. I don't care if you're a trucker are a CBC.. just stay fuck out of my way or get run over or shot.

I support lifting mandates.. because they don't work. I am fully vaxxed and have had COVID twice. it's total Bullshit.

We now have a Flu and Covid season.. get used to it. COVID will never leave us.. it's hear to stay.

 

[mentalfloss]

But they worked though.

 

[B00Mer]

But they worked though.

No they didn't .. the people in the hostpitals now are the ones vaxxed..

The ones getting sick are the vaxxed.. just look at the workforce and who's off work at Costco, Walmart and Trucking Companies

I am fully vaxxed and got COVID 3 weeks ago.

It doesn't work. You're being spoon fed buddy.

 

[Ron in Regina]

No they didn't .. the people in the hostpitals now are the ones vaxxed..

The ones getting sick are the vaxxed.. just look at the workforce and who's off work at Costco, Walmart and Trucking Companies

I am fully vaxxed and got COVID 3 weeks ago.

It doesn't work. You're being spoon fed buddy.

You are fully vaccinated and got Covid three weeks ago….& you are still here to talk about it. From the early days of Covid before vaccinations…. Many are not here to talk about it.

 

[MyOpinion]

Too bad the truckers did not include the carbon tax in their protest. This hits us and costs us all, not just truckers. And there is another hike coming in April.
"It costs about $7 extra to fill up a minivan, $112 to fill a big-rig truck’s double tanks with diesel and more than $200 extra to heat a new home with natural gas."

SIMS: Carbon tax woes fall on deaf ears in Ottawa

It’s bone-chilling cold, carbon tax costs are rising and politicians don’t seem to give a flying fox foot about it.

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[Ron in Regina]

Too bad the truckers did not include the carbon tax in their protest. This hits us and costs us all, not just truckers. And there is another hike coming in April.
"It costs about $7 extra to fill up a minivan, $112 to fill a big-rig truck’s double tanks with diesel and more than $200 extra to heat a new home with natural gas."

SIMS: Carbon tax woes fall on deaf ears in Ottawa

It’s bone-chilling cold, carbon tax costs are rising and politicians don’t seem to give a flying fox foot about it.

torontosun.com

A big-rig filling it’s double tanks with diesel could be $700 plus…. And the carbon tax jump takes place every year on April fools.

 

[MyOpinion]

No they didn't .. the people in the hostpitals now are the ones vaxxed..

The ones getting sick are the vaxxed.. just look at the workforce and who's off work at Costco, Walmart and Trucking Companies

I am fully vaxxed and got COVID 3 weeks ago.

It doesn't work. You're being spoon fed buddy.

Incorrect

Number of COVID-19 hospitalizations by vaccination status Canada 2021 | Statista

Since the start of the vaccination program in Canada in December 2020, around 55,668 unvaccinated Canadians have been hospitalized with a COVID-19 infection, compared to 23,297 fully vaccinated Canadians.

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Yahoo, the protest worked.....Oh wait, considering this is a Provincial jurisdiction and the Provinces have opened things up LOL

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