NEW: Park permit revoked for Toronto Eritrean festival after violent protest leaves 9 injured.
The City of Toronto has revoked the park permit for a weekend Eritrean festival after a protest turned violent, leavingThe protest started up shortly before 10 a.m. on Saturday at Earlscourt Park, near Caledonia Road and St. Clair Avenue West. According to festivalgoers, a large crowd of people started gathering in the area and were chanting.
Protesters told CTV News Toronto that events like the ones being held in Toronto raise money for the government of Eritrea, which human rights groups have said is repressive. “This is something where we are gathering as Eritreans, it has nothing to do with our political identity,” Rora Asgodom, a long-time attendee, said.
“The city does not tolerate or condone violence of any kind and is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all who use or visit city parks.” has called the decision to cancel the park permit regrettable.
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