(OTTAWA) As Ottawa marks the one-year anniversary of the arrival of the “freedom convoy” in the nation’s capital, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he understands the protesters’ anger and concerns.
On Saturday morning, calm remained outside Parliament, where members of the Liberal caucus were meeting for their winter retreat.
Trudeau says people have a right to protest, while Ottawa police have vowed they don’t want a repeat of last year’s events.
Prime Minister says he understands times are tough right now with a global economic downturn expected to last six to 12 months, but assures his Liberal government will focus on targeted support when the House of Commons Commons will resume next week.
On the last day of their winter retreat, the Liberal MPs continue to put forward priorities for the next session, including job creation.
Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says when it comes to job creation in the green energy sector, last year was just a starter and this year will be the main course .