Trucker protests: Ontario calls state of emergency

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford has declared a state of emergency in Ontario in response to two weeks of protests against Covid-19 restrictions.

The announcement comes as demonstrators continue to shut down parts of Ottawa and Windsor's Ambassador Bridge, a crucial pathway for US-Canada trade.

Mr Ford, a Conservative, said the order would make it clear it is "illegal" to block crucial infrastructure.

"There will be consequences, and they will be severe," he said.

Protesters could face up to a year in jail and $100,000 in fines.