Toronto police arrested multiple individuals at Christie Pits Park during competing rallies on Saturday afternoon. The events included a large anti-immigration demonstration and a counter-protest supporting migrant communities.

Police reported that one man was arrested for assault around 12:40 p.m. in the Bloor Street West and Christie Street area. An update posted shortly after 1 p.m. indicated that additional arrests had occurred as the demonstrations continued.

As the rallies progressed, Bloor Street West was temporarily closed near Christie Street. However, the street has since reopened. Authorities advised drivers to expect delays as demonstrators moved toward Bloor Street West and Bay Street, as well as Yonge Street and Wellesley Street.

The anti-immigration rally, called the Canada First Patriot Rally, attracted attendees who expressed their desire to halt what they termed "mass immigration." In an Instagram post, the organizers stated, "This is the time for true Canadian patriots to stand together. Our country is changing fast and not for the better. If we don't fight for what we have, we will lose it."

In contrast, hundreds of participants gathered for a counter-rally, emphasizing support for migrant communities. Organizers of the counter-protest highlighted the park's historical significance in anti-fascist organizing. They stated, "The park has a rich history of anti-fascist organizing. To this day, it's an important gathering space for migrants, Indigenous people, queer and trans people, survivors of sexual violence, unhoused people, artists, students, and families."

Toronto police indicated that further information regarding the arrests would be released in a future news update.