Organisers say they plan to stay in Ottawa until Covid-19 health mandates are lifted nationwide.
Canada's prime minister has said sending in troops to clear protesters from the nation's capital is "not in the cards right now".
"One has to be very, very cautious before deploying military in situations engaging Canadians," he added, saying it's not something to "enter into lightly". Police have begun ticketing protesters, writing 30 traffic tickets for infractions like excessive noise for horn honking and disobeying street signs.
"We are here out of love for our families, our communities and our nation," said organiser Tamara Lich during a press conference on Thursday. GoFundMe will also be called to testify before a parliamentary committee to explain safeguards put in place around donations and spending related to the convoy fundraiser.
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