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BC moves to ban protests, disruptions in the vicinity of schools

The provincial government has introduced legislation to protect schools from disruptive or violent protests.

The bill would create a 20-metre buffer zone around schools.

Premier David Eby says, unfortunately, this law is needed.

He notes there have been at least 18 such protests…..so something has to be done to protect students and staff.

Eby says most of the demonstrators have been angry about the sexual orientation and gender identity educational programs.

Attorney General Niki Sharma says people have a right to protest…..but they can’t be allowed to affect the safety of children and educators.

with files from Vista Radio newswire

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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