Toronto police say they have made arrests and laid charges after “several large gatherings” were held in the city on Saturday despite the province’s stay-at-home order.Police said officers attended gatherings at Nathan Phillips Square, Yonge-Dundas Square, and Queen’s Park.Officers said seven people were arrested and charged at Yonge-Dundas Square, which has been the scene of anti-lockdown protests every Saturday for several months.
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