Vancouver Police Respond to 11 Protests Over One Weekend

Thousands of Iranian Canadians and their supporters marched in Vancouver over the weekend in solidarity with protesters in Iran, part of at least 11 demonstrations across the city. Notably, Kurdish Canadians gathered outside the Vancouver Art Gallery, emphasizing the importance of voicing concerns about global injustices. The Vancouver Police Department deployed additional officers to ensure safety at the events, which drew over 15,000 participants on Sunday alone. The rising frequency of protests raises questions about the financial burden of policing, estimated at $2.9 million in 2024, prompting discussions on the balance between democratic rights and associated costs.

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