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By Canadian Press

The latest on protests against COVID-19 measures in Ottawa and beyond

Feb 7, 2022 | 8:28 AM

OTTAWA — The latest developments on ongoing protests against COVID-19  restrictions and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government, both in  Ottawa and various cities across Canada. All times Eastern:

11 a.m.

A protest against COVID-19 restrictions continues outside the Manitoba legislature.

About a dozen large trucks and farm vehicles continue to sit by the main entrance to the legislature grounds.

Police have advised motorists to avoid the immediate area if they can because of some traffic delays.

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Politicians are not scheduled to return to the legislature chamber until next month. 

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 7, 2022.

The Canadian Press

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