The protesters sang Canada’s national anthem while standing in front of the police. Some shouted, “Hold the line,” “freedom,” and “peace and love.” Many wore and held Canadian flags.

After weeks of disruptive occupation in Ottawa, police forces have begun clearing operations, clamping down on protesters still refusing to leave despite days of warnings. 

The police strategy in downtown Ottawa is also unlike anything seen in recent memory for other large-scale protests, as authorities started with a slow and coordinated effort to push demonstrators out. 

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