Carbon Tax: Police issue warnings over demonstrations in Ottawa [Video]

Protesters have gathered in front of Parliament Hill in Ottawa as demonstrations against the federal government’s recent raise of the carbon tax are expected to take place across the country.

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A small group of protesters also gathered near the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge linking Ottawa and Gatineau on Monday morning, but there were no significant traffic interruptions.

Demonstrations organized by the group Nationwide Protest Against Carbon Tax were set to take place at the bridge at 8 a.m. and in front of Parliament Hill at 11 a.m.

Ontario Provincial Police posted to social media reminding residents to be patient during demonstrations and to remind protesters remain lawful, peaceful and safe.

“While the OPP acknowledges and respects the right to lawful, peaceful and safe expressions of opinion, there …