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Manitoba plans buffer zones to restrict protests near abortion clinics

Inside the zones, people would be forbidden from a variety of actions
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A bill now before the Manitoba legislature would create buffer zones in which protests would not be allowed, including areas around the homes of doctors and staff who provide abortions. Minister of Families Nahanni Fontaine and Minister of Justice and Attorney General Matt Wiebe attend a press conference in Winnipeg, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski

The Manitoba government plans to restrict protests near clinics and hospitals where abortions are performed, as well as at the homes of abortion providers.

The NDP government introduced a bill Thursday (March 7) that, if passed, would create “buffer zones” of 50 metres to 150 metres around related health facilities and staff homes. Several provinces, including Alberta, British Columbia and Quebec, already have similar laws in place.

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