Incident Details
Protesters will gather at the Canadian Tribute to Human Rights at 2:00 PM on March 29. This protest is part of a series of ongoing pro-Palestine gatherings worldwide in observance of the upcoming Quds Day on April 5. Social media engagement suggests the March 29 protest will see turnout in the high hundreds or low thousands.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid all protest activities and minimize travel through downtown Ottawa on March 29. Anticipate heightened security, particularly near Ottawa City Hall. Avoid any crowds where people are carrying Palestinian or Israeli flags.