Windsor lawyers question prime minister at emergencies act inquiry
Windsor lawyers question prime minister at emergencies act inquiry
Police walk the line to remove all truckers and supporters after a court injunction gave police the power to enforce the law after protesters blocked the access leading from the Ambassador Bridge, linking Detroit and Windsor, as truckers and their supporters continue to protest against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restrictions, in Windsor, Ont., Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced questions from Windsor lawyers Friday at the e inquiry into the use of the Emergencies Act.
The legal counsel for Windsor Police Service asked Trudeau if he thought the Windsor enforcement operation was a success with no loss or life of serious injuries.
“I have no reason to disagree, yeah,” the prime minister replied.
According to a Feb. 14 conference call, Trudeau said the Windsor operation was outstanding.
He was also asked by City of Windsor lawyer Jennifer King how we can prepare for similar emergencies in the future.
“What are you doing Prime Minister to ensure such a plan is developed on an urgent basis?” King asked.
“I've made it clear to the appropriate ministers working particularly, minister Blair, emergency preparedness that preparing for emergencies of all types must be a priority of all types for this government and must involve working with partners of all levels of government,” he replied.
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Police walk the line to remove all truckers and supporters after a court injunction gave police the power to enforce the law after protesters blocked the access leading from the Ambassador Bridge, linking Detroit and Windsor, as truckers and their supporters continue to protest against COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restrictions, in Windsor, Ont., Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
