Toronto councillors are debating a proposed 20-metre bubble zone bylaw aimed at limiting protests around places of worship, daycares, and schools. This bylaw is controversial; some supporters, including faith leaders, feel it falls short in protecting vulnerable communities, while others are concerned about its impact on the right to protest. The push for this amendment comes after a spike in protests linked to the recent Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The proposed bylaw includes a request-based system that would allow certain institutions to apply for temporary buffer zones.
Rev. Ron Matheson expressed that Torontonians should be able to attend places of worship without facing harassment, stating, "It's shocking... but it is necessary now."
Supporters of the bubble zone, including faith leaders, indicated the bylaw needs adjustments to offer adequate protection for vulnerable groups and outlined serious issues affecting their communities.
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