The tie-up has stranded travellers and cross-border truckers for days, compromising millions of dollars in trade and impeding access to basic goods and medical services for area residents. Some experts are wary of how the tech could be used in the grieving process. About 50 Montanans had taken to the Sweet Grass border bridge early in the protest to show support for the truckers, who started the demonstration to protest a January mandate that truckers be vaccinated against COVID-19. We did have our eye on them a bit. We acknowledge with respect that we operate on the traditional territories of Treaties 6, 7 and 8, as well as the eight Mtis Settlements (Buffalo Lake, East Prairie, Elizabeth, Fishing Lake, Gift Lake, Kikino, Paddle Prairie and Peavine) and six Mtis Regions within the province. Blockade at Coutts border crossing officially ends Protestors continue blockade at Coutts border crossing While he mentioned the Alberta Traffic Safety Act by name, he said his government's Critical Infrastructure Defence Act provides "additional penalties" for police and prosecutors to address blockades. An eastern Ontario man whose dog was stolen with his pickup truck south of Ottawa says his vehicle has been located, but his dog is still nowhere to be found. Jim Smalley, the Saskatchewan radio legend, has called it a career after half a century of reporting on the agriculture beat. He said this group often talks about a soon-approaching civil war. Ontario Provincial Police have laid a charge in the crash which sent CTV News Kitchener reporter Stephanie Villella to hospital with life-threatening injuries earlier this year. The federal government will no longer offer evacuation flights out of Sudan 'due to the deteriorating security situation' in the country. But that move didn't sit well with some protesters, who breached a police barrier to join the blockade. Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has said $48 million in trade was lost each day that the Coutts border was closed. Title 42 is set to end on May 11 with the expiration of the national COVID-19 public health emergency. Residents in Calgary's Martindale community are shaken after a brazen daylight shooting on Saturday afternoon that left one dead and two others injured. A man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries and a driver has been arrested after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in downtown London, Ont. A Regina man is facing a total of 18 charges after a violent string of events, including forcible confinement, ended with a police operation in mid-April. We have the operational resources that we need to enforce, and I think at this point for the federal government to reach in over top of us without offering anything in particular would frankly be unhelpful," said Kenney. All of those arrested were Canadian citizens, according to news reports. ", Click to share quote on Twitter: "Emotions are running high. Please subscribe to keep reading. There has been a breakthrough to resolve the protest blockade at the Coutts border crossing in Alberta, according to news reports. Three dead after suspected drug overdoses in Markham, Ont. Saturday during summer-like weekend, Fire closes Donkin Coal mine, stop-work order issued, NB Power cuts ties with private instructor for driving truck into federal picketers, N.S. Please read our Commenting Policy first. (Their) rhetoric is very violent, said Smith. Marco Van Huigenbos, one of the organizers of the protest, told CBC News on Tuesday that organizers were not aware of the element involved in the charges. All Rights Reserved. Canada Border Services Agency said operations had resumed at the crossing. A federal judge on Friday rejected a motion from Google to toss out the government's antitrust case against it. February 2, 2022. Mark Carney wont say and this could be why, Florida Panthers oust record-setting Boston Bruins 4-3 in OT in Game 7, Relatives bury children killed in Russian missile attack, 'Some progress' on strike issues PSAC says ahead of planned Ottawa rally Monday, Fossil fuel investments still necessary during clean energy transition: ex-BoC governor Carney, Can AI 'bring back' the dead? Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. An underground fire at the Donkin Coal Mine on Sunday has prompted Nova Scotia's Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration to issue a stop-work order at the site. On Tuesday, some demonstrators left the blockade after Mounties announced that negotiations to end the standoff had failed and they were prepared to make arrests and tow vehicles. Sweetgrass Coutts Border Crossing | ezbordercrossing "The CBSA thanks travellers for their cooperation and patience.". With Nina Feldman. Sweetgrass / Coutts Port GPS coordinates Latitude & Longitude: 48.99858, -111.95987. The roadblock on Highway 4 and 501 outside of Milk River heading towards the Coutts border crossing is ongoing with trucks still getting through one lane on Friday, February 4, 2022. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. A Vancouver woman claims she was the target of a rental scam and is sharing her story to help others avoid being duped. You have permission to edit this article. Capitol bureau reporter Seaborn Larson covers justice-related areas of state government and organizations that wield power. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney insists achieving net-zero emissions does not necessarily mean a complete halt on investments in the oil and gas sector during the transition. Stuck truckers finding ways to get around the Coutts border crossing blockade, but Alberta beef industry out of options, Security expert weighs in on Coutts border blockade, Truck protests: There may not be police solution to ending Ottawa demonstration, chief says, Coutts mayor concerned over ongoing border protest, Coutts blockade stalls cross-border deliveries, costing truckers money, RCMP begin taking action on trucker blockade near Alberta-Montana border, Like were being held hostage: Ottawa residents frustrated as truck protesters refuse to leave, Ever-changing Coutts standoff stretches into Tuesday evening in southern Alberta, Click to share quote on Twitter: "That doesn't mean the protest is over, but it signals what we hope to be ongoing cordial efforts to address the concerns of the people who have been involved in the movement down here in Coutts. Two additional weapons were seized later in the day. In Alberta, where a collection of truckers, farmers and other opponents of public-health measures had blocked the Coutts border crossing intermittently since Jan. 29, protesters gathered for a . The demonstration dissolved the day after the Alberta Royal Canadian Mounted Police made 11 arrests at the port and seized a cache of firearms and ammunition from "a small organized group within the larger Coutts protest. Willett said he doesnt blame the blockade leaders for the cache of weapons. NEXUS lanes into Canada open: Monday to Friday 15:00 to 17:00, except holidays A founding member of the Canadian rock band Bachman-Turner Overdrive, Tim Bachman, has died. Babies born to opioid users had shorter hospital stays and needed less medication when their care emphasized parent involvement, skin-to-skin contact and a quiet environment, researchers reported Sunday. A Dildo, N.L., man's photo of a phallic iceberg in Newfoundland's Conception Bay is getting laughs across the globe. U.S. Interstate 15 and Canadian Route 4 are part of a key truck route the Ports-to-Plains trade corridor which links Canadian trade markets with those in the United States and Mexico. Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki says the RCMP weapons seizure and arrests onMonday speak to "serious criminal activity" that was "real and organized" amid the now disassembled border blockade at Coutts, Alta. "It is causing significant inconvenience for lawful motorists and could dangerously impede movement of emergency service vehicles," he wrote on Twitter. Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press COUTTS, AB. residents advocate for workplace safety, Two men plead guilty to shooting moose standing in northern Ont. The investigation remains ongoing into the extent to which those arrested are connected withbroader insurrectionist groups across the province and country. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. They're part of a strategy to expand legal pathways to the U.S. while making it harder for migrants to claim asylum at the border. The premier must commit that this will never happen and that he will remove any of his caucus members that believe it should., Read more: From the rise of the VHS tape to the switch to DVDs and Blu-ray, Classic Video in Kingston, Ont. Daroux said the conspiracy to commit murder charges were laid in connection to RCMP members being targeted. It didn't really start out with much of a plan for a blockade," Willett said. 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' led ticket sales for the fourth straight weekend in U.S. and Canadian theatres with US$40 million as the global haul for the Universal Pictures release surpassed $1 billion, according to studio estimates Sunday. Alberta elections: What to expect as writ drops? Were not here with guns, absolutely not. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney insists achieving net-zero emissions does not necessarily mean a complete halt on investments in the oil and gas sector during the transition. A founding member of the Canadian rock band Bachman-Turner Overdrive, Tim Bachman, has died. U.S. takes new steps to reduce migrant arrivals when Title 42 border Please read our Commenting Policy first. Zablocki said Tuesday the RCMP is aware of the video and looking into it. "Our careful plan to get life back to normal is not based on anybody protesting, it's just based on the fact that restrictions are not needed now to protect the health-care system," Kenney said duringa news conference Monday. Lanes open in both directions at Alberta border after blockade Breakthrough in Alberta border blockade, lanes open in both directions Brandon Montour tied it with 1 minute left in regulation, and Carter Verhaeghe scored the game-winner at 8:35 of overtime to lead the Florida Panthers to a 4-3 Game 7 victory on Sunday night and eliminate the record-setting Boston Bruins from the playoffs. Open seven days a week, 24 hours per day, the Coutts Highway/Land Border Office is located in Southern Alberta, on the Canadian side of the US Port, Sweetgrass in Montana. Read about it on CTVNews.ca. The Canadian Border Services Agency announced the port's reopening in a press release Tuesday. Zablocki said Alberta RCMP used resources from outside the province including sheriffs, federal and U.S. agencies and redeployed resources from across province. Protesters in southern Alberta allow Coutts border to partially reopen The U.S. Customs Office at Sweetgrass is located at 39825 Interstate 15, Sweetgrass, The Canadian Customs office at Coutts is located at Highway #4 South, P.O. Surely they can't block essential infrastructure? RCMP and Crown prosecutors will consider different angles and avenues, including charges of terrorism, he said. "There would have never been any violence on our part," he said. "We'll be looking further into this matter and taking any necessary steps.". Use of this Website assumes acceptance of Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, Stay up to date on the latest, breaking news, details of the event on his Facebook page, 'We are still in shock': Martindale residents concerned after deadly daylight shooting, 'Find that sense of belonging': 100K turn out for Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo, 2 dogs die Sunday in northeast Calgary fire, Checkmate Foundation seeks to elevate the profile of chess in Calgary, New solo show explores the places Makambe Simamba is from, 'There was tragedy, but its also a story of survival': Marking 120 years since the Frank Slide, Alberta First Nation to receive funding from Toronto Blue Jays charity for baseball diamond, UCP, NDP paint dystopian portraits of rivals ahead of expected election writ drop, Canada ends evacuation flights from Sudan over 'deteriorating security situation', Royal Family unveils sneak peek of King Charles III and Queen Camillas coronation robes, Widening manhunt for Texas gunman slowed by 'zero leads', Tom Mulcair: Should Trudeau lead the Liberals against Poilievre? That doesnt mean the protest is over, but it signals what we hope to be ongoing cordial efforts to address the concerns of the people who have been involved in the movement down here in Coutts., Heres a look #Coutts border blockade trucks have moved to open one lane in each direction no traffic flowing through yet, and no one leaving.Details on latest talks in story https://t.co/0N03NHPutu pic.twitter.com/bQh6wKyZHE. Calgary fire crews battled their third fire of the weekend to strike north Calgary Sunday morning. The London Knights remain undefeated following a 3-1 win in game two of the Western Conference Final against the Sarnia Sting. A court injunction was also granted by Ontario's top court against protesters at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor. "Travellers are advised to use other ports of entry and consult the Directory of CBSA Offices and Services to confirm hours of service before they head out," the CBSA said in a statement. Want to discuss? When search suggestions are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. In a statement, the Canadian Border Services Agency said services at the Coutts port of entry are temporarily suspended. Up to 40 kids are killed this way each year in Canada. For a trip over 48 hours, you are allowed to bring duty-free goods worth up to 800 USD. In 2016, nearly $8 million was allocated to the building of the Real Time Crime Centre in Detroit. Barrhead and Westlock RCMP say people who were evacuated from their homes earlier in the day on Sunday can return to their properties. Dozen of people gathered at Rotary Park on Sunday for the Threads for Life, Steps for Life fundraiser, which aims to support those who suffered a workplace tragedy. The Alberta RCMP also issued its own advisory about the problem, informing drivers about the closure and requesting them to stay away for the time being. Water may be more widespread and recent on Mars than previously thought, based on observations of Martian sand dunes by China's rover. Vancouver Fire Rescue Services is now deeming a fire that broke out inside the Kitsilano Showboat last weekend suspicious. "Thank you for your patience while we get operations back on track.". Added to this open-border violence. A Winnipeg woman is shaken after a close call with two coyotes and is now calling on the city to put up warning signs. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) said it has temporarily suspended services at the Coutts border crossing until further notice on Saturday. on Saturday, with some cities seeing temperatures upwards of 30 C, thanks to a ridge of high pressure anchored over the province, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. Greg Gianforte, along with the premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan, issued a letter to the two country's leaders this week co-signed by , Helena-area health-care providers are reporting high compliance with Monday's deadline to meet a federal mandate requiring their employees to . We get the usual online stuff that you would expect from protesters, he said Wednesday morning to Global News Calgary. Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens would like to explore the possibility of bringing elements of that crime centre to the City of Windsor. Border operations resume after Coutts blockade dismantled in southern But since then, there has been no stream of vehicles crossing the border. Biden could be Impeached today for Aiding & Abetting Criminal Activity - 1-count for each illegal border crossing. RCMP reiterated that conspiracy is a serious charge based on evidence that there is a commitment to follow through with murder. Access this border crossing via Hwy 15 northbound from Montana, or Hwy 4 southbound from Alberta. Crime centre being discussed for City of Windsor, An 'aggressive biter': There's a new tick to worry about in Quebec and Ontario, Quebec minimum wage increases to $15.25 Monday, Three buildings evacuated in Montreal leaving three dozen out of their homes, Fire closes Donkin Coal mine, stop-work order issued, NB Power cuts ties with private instructor for driving truck into federal picketers, N.S. Mounties being assaulted on 4th day of Coutts trucker border standoff: Kenney. To put it bluntly, a small group first claiming to be concerned about the possibility of grocery shortages have now most assuredly caused them," she wrote. About 40 vehicles were jamming up the southbound lane near Coutts and another 60 or so tied up the northbound lane. Van Huigenbossaidprotesters would have "loved to stay" until more of their goals were met but felt it was in their best interests to leave peacefully. Van Huigenbossaid the protest was intended to be peaceful, and the accused weren't well-known to most of its participants. Trudeau ruled out use of military force but under the emergency powers threatened to haul away the trucks in the demonstration and freeze the bank accounts of those involved. The Toronto Maple Leafs are advancing to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2004 after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in overtime. The international border crossing at Coutts,which had been blocked since Jan. 29 by protesters opposed to Canada's vaccine mandates, opened Tuesday morning as demonstrators left voluntarily, theRCMPsaid. The exodus of vehicles came one day after RCMP arrested 13 people and seized a cache of firearms and ammunition. https://t.co/Rve2jtvVX0 pic.twitter.com/3szbXlKrJl. "Protesters have stopped traffic from going southbound on Highway 4," RCMP Cpl. Large commercial vehicles traveling south to the US are being asked to use the. The police turned the convoy back. Relatives and friends cried next to coffins on Sunday as they buried children and others killed in a Russian missile attack on this central Ukrainian city, while fighting claimed more lives elsewhere. One man is recovering from his injuries and a second man has been arrested after a shooting in downtown Chatham early Sunday morning. A widening manhunt for a Texas gunman who killed five neighbours continued turning up nothing Sunday as officers knocked on doors, the governor put up US$50,000 in reward money and the FBI acknowledged they had 'zero leads' after nearly two days of searching. Chad Williamson, a lawyer representing truckers blocking access to the border crossing on the highway said Wednesday afternoon they have spoken with Mounties and agreed to open some blocked lanes. Knudsen's probe follows the lead of chief legal officials in Florida, Louisiana, West Virginia, Texas, and others. Migrants walk into U.S. custody after crossing the border from Mexico, Ciudad Juarez, Wednesday, March 29 . U.S. to set up processing centers for migrants in Central and South America The Toronto Maple Leafs are advancing to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2004 after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in overtime. Daroux said the investigations into this file continue. ", Alberta Premier Jason Kenney addresses Coutts trucker border standoff, says Mounties assaulted, Click to share quote on Twitter: "They should not be subjected to that kind of harassment in their own home. Traveling north into Canada via the Coutts, Alberta Port of Entry is currently unavailable. Why are they negotiating with trucks blocking the Coutts border crossing? The other patch said Infidel in both English and Arabic in yellow. Overall border crossings from all nationalities, however, remain near historic highs, even with the new programs. New Biden plans discourage border crossings when pandemic restrictions Unsure if its cleared up yet today. Ontario introduced legislation last week that will see provincially appointed judges and justices of the peace receive education and training on intimate partner violence and coercive control. Read more: Biden administration works on border plan before Title 42 expires The blockade was one of several demonstrations in Canadian cities and border points that stalled trade, stranded travellers and disrupted lives of area residents, particularly in Ottawa. Experts say dangerous warning signs are missed in parents who could harm or kill their child. The development with weapons and the personal armour was not associated with us, and to keep that distance we decided to leave peacefully, Marco Van Huigenbos, one of the protest organizers, said as a long line of trucks began to leave. Trucker protest: Ottawa police make 3rd arrest as councillors float calls for RCMP support, RCMP said Wednesday opening a lane each way allows for area residents to have freedom of movement, school bussing that was impacted to be reinstated, emergency services to provide full services, border access and the flow of goods and services to resume.. In a second incident, around 12:45 p.m., a semi truck approached an RCMP check stop north of Milk River, Alta. You can find out more about the restrictions here . Two tactical vests seized by the RCMP had badges on them, which the Canadian Anti-Hate Network said are associated withtroubling movements. 2023 Others were both critical and very supportive of some individuals who attended the protest, such as UCP MLA Grant Hunter, who represents the riding of Taber-Warner. This table displays wait times for reaching the CBSA primary inspection booth when crossing the land border from the U.S. to Canada. The seizure of weapons and arrests Monday speaks to serious criminal activity occurring inside the group of larger protesters, Zablocki said. With files from Erin Collins, Meghan Grant, The Canadian Press and Reuters, Audience Relations, CBC P.O. Three residential buildings had to be evacuated as a precautionary measure in the Montreal borough of Rosemont--La Petite-Patrie on Saturday. early Sunday morning. Last border blockade to be dismantled as protesters in Emerson, Man Protesters had been restricting access to the busy crossing near Coutts since Jan. 29 to rally against COVID-19 vaccine mandates for truckers and broader pandemic health restrictions. Trudeau says Emergencies Act wont override fundamental rights but experts arent so sure. Border officials have suspended service at the Coutts border crossing in southern Alberta as protests . A truck protest remains in place at the Coutts border crossing between Alberta and Montana as arrests are being made at similar protests in other provinces. A victory means were done, he said. An RCMP traffic advisor y remained in place Sunday for Highway 4, south of Lethbridge to the Canada-Montana border. We started waking people up and thats what got the country going. has seen it all. A blockade that paralyzed a United States border crossing for more than two weeks ended Tuesday as trucks and other vehicles with horns blaring rolled away from a southern Alberta community. "It's difficult to determine. ", This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 3, 2022. Biden could announce reelection bid before border surge. Police had beefed up that barricade: there were 20 police cruisers lined up fender to fender across both lanes and the median, accompanied by a similar number of uniformed officers. is snarled with traffic because of truck drivers taking part in a nationwide protest against vaccine mandates and COVID-19 rules and Premier Jason Kenney . The Alberta RCMP remain on scene, and our efforts continue to be focused on fully reopening services., More officers were called in to help with the illegal blockade, according to RCMP, as the protest entered its fifth day Wednesday. Coutts port of entry temporarily suspended: CBSA An eastern Ontario man whose dog was stolen with his pickup truck south of Ottawa says his vehicle has been located, but his dog is still nowhere to be found. For help with Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) programs or services, contact border information services. He said the behaviour is not very Canadian. Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki says the RCMP weapons seizure and arrests onMonday speak to "serious criminal activity" that was "real and organized" amid the now disassembled Coutts border blockade. 4km S of Milk River - CLOSED due to heavy traffic volume. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. In less than one week, the coronation services of King Charles III will be taking place in London. A Kitchener mother is petitioning for a change she feels could have saved her daughters life. Gina Slaney confirmed the scene was from Monday night in Coutts. Travel to and from the United States has been suspended as an ongoing protest against COVID-19 mandates continues to impede access to the Coutts border crossing in southern Alberta. This table displays wait times for reaching the CBSA primary inspection booth when crossing the land border from the U.S. to Canada. The recent influx of migrants at the southwestern border has been a key topic of discussion this week in meetings between U.S. President Joe Biden and his Mexican counterpart, Andrs Manuel Lpez Obrador. We are advising the public to avoid the area again.". The other patch said "Infidel" in both English and Arabic in yellow. The truckers finally feel like their message has been heard, Williamson said Wednesday. The table: To make sure you have our most current information, use your browser's refresh or reload function. Our listing of these sites does not mean that we endorse any referenced businesses: Visit Service standards: Fiscal year 2021 to 2022 for border wait times for: This email is to report problems or inaccuracies on a page. it appears the Coutts border crossing remains blocked. This page contains current information on traffic conditions, border wait times, weather, and road conditions for the Sweetgrass / Coutts border crossing. Can-MT border crossing open again after demonstration dissolves in Coutts mass killer Myles Sanderson, 'One fatality is way too many': Sask. Services now suspended at Coutts border crossing, commercial traffic Phone: 403-344-3000. Traffic is now moving we have seen several vehicles pass heading south towards the border: #Coutts https://t.co/txyqFUMpir pic.twitter.com/BW8RtsKeOr, Lauren Pullen (@Lauren_Global) February 2, 2022. On social media, people are sharing their concerns about the action, which many of them are calling a "blockade. Meanwhile, others are also concerned about the impediment to essential services trying to navigate the area. They were a well-behaved bunch of people and I think the organizers were taken aback as much as we were by what the RCMP discovered.. "[Their]rhetoric is very violent," said Smith. The protest by people opposed to COVID-19 vaccine mandates had impeded or outright blocked access to the normally busy border crossing for more than two weeks. In a statement, she said the traffic disruption on Highway 4 is particularly troubling considering how it will affect shipping. The Public Service Alliance of Canada is planning on bringing in busloads of workers from Montreal for a large rally in Ottawa on Monday if the union and the federal government fail to reach an agreement this weekend. The number of protesters at a police checkpoint, north of Coutts, had also dwindled and work was underway to start clearing away a first-aid trailer, a sauna and electric generators. Edited by Liz O. Baylen and Mike Benoist. The Sweetgrass / Coutts border crossing is the most heavily travelled port in Montana andis the only24-hour commercial crossing between Montana and Alberta.