Ottawa Capital Pride parade canceled after anti-Israel activists blockade route

Anti-Israel activists rain on the Ottawa pride parade, blocking it, and leading to its cancellation in protest of parade organizers refusing to denounce the state of Israel.

Pro-Palestine protesters take part in a protest in front of the City Hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada May 15, 2021.

Pro-Palestine protesters take part in a protest in front of the City Hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada May 15, 2021.

(photo credit: REUTERS/CHRIS HELGREN)

ByMICHAEL STARR

AUGUST 25, 2025 16:26

Updated: AUGUST 25, 2025 18:41