On June 19, 2025, protesters gathered at Oakville Town Square to demonstrate against Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand. The demonstrators criticized Anand for what they described as a failure to take a strong stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. During the protest, participants chanted slogans such as "Hands off the Middle East" and marched from the town square to Anand's constituency office, carrying signs demanding sanctions and an arms embargo against Israel, as well as oversized cutouts of the minister's head. The protest was noted as a local manifestation of broader international tensions related to the intifada. Separately, Canada Day celebrations on July 1, 2025, were marked across the country with events in locations such as Queen's Park in Toronto, Drumheller Valley in Alberta, and Parry Sound–Muskoka. Political figures including Pierre Poilievre and Scott Aitchison participated in festivities, highlighting Canadian pride and heritage. Messages of goodwill were also extended from international partners, including the Governor of Colorado, emphasizing the strong cultural and community ties between Canada and other regions.