In Toronto, a series of coordinated protests and demonstrations have taken place throughout early August 2025, focusing on calls for a complete arms embargo on Israel and support for Palestinian causes. The protests have occurred at various locations including Yonge and Eglinton, Ireland Park, and thirteen stations along Line 2 of the city's subway system. Demonstrators have used symbolic acts, such as a shirtless protester in a cage representing hostages, and draping statues of Irish immigrants with keffiyehs during a vigil organized by Toronto-based Irish4Palestine. The protests have led to confrontations, including an incident involving a hijabi driver and pro-Israel protesters at Yonge and Eglinton. Toronto Police have maintained a presence at multiple sites, including the Sheraton Centre and subway stations, to monitor and keep the peace. The demonstrations have drawn attention from local officials, with a Liberal Member of Parliament and a city councillor expressing concern over the protests targeting the subway system. The events reflect ongoing tensions and activism related to the Israel-Palestine conflict within Toronto's public spaces.
Why is it that protesters who purport to be camera-shy are always first to approach us? 📸 Aug 12, 2025 #Toronto #ProtestMania https://t.co/pzUU7Fu4h6
Protesters position themselves on the sidewalk at Main and Danforth. This is one of thirteen cross-city demonstrations calling for a total arms embargo against Israel. 📸 Aug 12, 2025 #Toronto #ProtestMania https://t.co/0FyI8g1c6s
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