Victoria Police Shift Pro-Palestine Marches

0:00Police in Victoria are telling pro-Palestine protesters to skip marching on public rows to the legislature building. They've attended every one of the 126 weekly events so far, and now they're pulling support for the street portion starting April 4th. The move comes after a huge drain on resources, with officers logging more than 10,000 hours since the fall of 2023, when the Gaza War began. Chief Fiona Wilson says this isn't about the cause itself, but keeping policing sustainable and protecting officers long-term health. Meanwhile, the department stresses it's fully committed to peaceful assembly rights, but road marches pose serious safety risks to everyone involved. Leaders from Muslim and Jewish communities, plus organizers in the city, have all been notified of the change, as police shift focus to smarter ways to handle these gatherings. Stay informed with Canada News today. AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.