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Toronto Enacts Controversial 'Bubble Zone' Bylaw Amid Protests

5/31/2025

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Toronto's city council has enacted a contentious "bubble zone" bylaw, limiting protests near places of worship and cultural sites starting July 2. Critics, including seasoned activists and legal experts, warn it could violate Charter Rights. With Mayor Olivia Chow backing the measure, the bylaw is poised for potential legal battles over its constitutionality.

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Toronto's city council has enacted a contentious "bubble zone" bylaw, limiting protests near places of worship and cultural sites starting July 2. Critics, including seasoned activists and legal experts, warn it could violate Charter Rights. With Mayor Olivia Chow backing the measure, the bylaw is poised for potential legal battles over its constitutionality.