Fourth weekend of convoy protests in Edmonton, downtown safe walk program started
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For the fourth weekend in a row, Edmonton police issued a traffic advisory ahead of "Freedom Convoy" demonstrations against COVID-19 public health measures and vaccine mandates.
For the fourth weekend in a row, Edmonton police issued a traffic advisory ahead of "Freedom Convoy" demonstrations expected on Saturday.
The Edmonton Police Service says vehicle convoys from across the province may converge downtown near the legislature grounds, affecting traffic in the city between at least 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
According to EPS, "significant" traffic disruptions are predicted on the Anthony Henday, Highway 16/Yellowhead Trail, Victoria Trail, Whitemud Drive, Gateway Boulevard, Queen Elizabeth Park Road, and throughout the downtown core.
"Police are advising convoy organizers to refrain from honking horns or otherwise making excessive noise that disrupts residences and businesses," said Cheryl Voordenhout, EPS spokesperson, in a statement.
"We recognize that these demonstrations cause significant disruptions to traffic and create many concerns for residents and businesses," Voordenhout added. "However, citizens are reminded that 911 should only be used in emergency situations."
Voordenhout said public safety remains the service's primary objective, alongside "restoring traffic flow" to ensure mobility for emergency vehicles and residents while "mitigating" any disorderly conduct.
Some of the measures police may take to mitigate any disorder include verbal warnings, tickets, arrests, and gathering evidence for further investigations, Voordenhout said.
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