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So the standoff is on. The showdown is set for high noon at Confederation Park.
“I think because of the mayor’s tweets there could be thousands at this rally,” said Hillier, who has been attending similar events across the province.
Freedom of protest has always been the hallmark of Canada’s democracy but those who attend protests during lockdown orders have been receiving fines from police who are enforcing such laws. The Peterborough mayor used her free speech to express her opinion on the protest set for her city and has received support from other elected officials in the region.