Toronto Police Boost Presence Ahead of Israel, Palestine Rallies, Warn Against Hate

Toronto Police Boost Presence Ahead of Israel, Palestine Rallies, Warn Against Hate
People take part in a protest for Palestine in Montreal on Oct. 8, 2023. The Canadian Press/Graham Hughes
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Police are warning the public that there will be no tolerance for violence or hate crimes ahead of expected large-scale demonstrations in solidarity with Palestinian and Israeli communities in downtown Toronto.

One rally is being held by the Youth Palestinian Movement at 2 p.m. at Nathan Phillips Square, while another gathering in solidarity with Israel is expected for 7 p.m. at Mel Lastman Square.