@lalito.toronto: Clashes erupt in Toronto on January 10, 2026: The "Canada First" demonstration against mass immigration faced fierce counter-protests from hate groups who blocked their march toward Yonge-Dundas. TPS confirms 9 arrests (down from the initial 11). Toronto police made several arrests during a day of high tension between a demonstration against "mass immigration" and a counter-protest in the city center. Numbers and Location: Confirmed arrests: Toronto police initially reported 11 arrests, though a later update revised the number to 9. Main location: The most intense incidents occurred at the intersection of Queen Street West and Bay Street, near Nathan Phillips Square and Toronto City Hall. Groups involved: The march was organized by the "Canada First" movement, led by Joe Anidjar. They faced a counter-protest of approximately 150 people organized by groups such as Community Solidarity Toronto. Reasons for the arrests: Although the police have not released a detailed list of the names of all those arrested on this specific Saturday, reports indicate that the arrests were due to: Physical clashes: Altercations and assaults between protesters from both sides. Disobedience and rioting: People who ignored police orders to maintain separation between the groups. Obstruction: Blocking public roads and resisting authority. This day was especially tense because local leaders and councilors had previously warned about the rise in hateful rhetoric. In fact, before the march, a press conference was held at City Hall to denounce the dangers of these movements. #ImmigrationDebate #toronto #ontario #immigration #creatorsearchinsights
