Tue Feb 22, 2022 – 12:49 pm EST
(Real Women of Canada) – On February 14, 2022, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared a public order emergency under the federal Emergencies Act in order to clear protesters and border blockades in Canada.
This decision has far reaching implications, not only on the political life, but also on the social and civic life of all Canadians. REAL Women, therefore, requests a response to questions arising from this action.
Background
The Emergencies Act declaration occurred ostensibly because of a convoy of trucks from across Canada which have remained in the city of Ottawa protesting federal government COVID mandates and restrictions. Of special concern is that these policies have required mandatory medical procedures for individuals, contrary to Canadian law requiring voluntary consent for any medical intervention.
Also, concerns have arisen regarding the curtailment of basic civil rights in Canada during the pandemic relating to the fundamental rights of peaceful assembly, mobility rights and freedom of expression. Despite the Freedom Convoy’s concerns and legal protest, they have been ridiculed and ignored by Trudeau’s government.
Prime Minister Trudeau’s response
First question: Why did Mr. Trudeau decline to meet with the truckers to discuss their concerns, despite the
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