Toronto police say they are creating a counter-terrorism unit and a specialized task force that will see officers with semi-automatic rifles stationed at key locations in the city. "Torontonians can expect to see Toronto police officers deployed with tactical capabilities, including patrol rifles," he said. (Dean Gariepy/CBC)Task force to be launched in coming daysBarredo said the task force will be launched in the coming days. Barredo said the task force is an amalgam of different units coming together. He added there is an advantage to having officers deployed in key areas as opposed to having them patrol in cars.

Source: CBC News March 25, 2026 20:22 UTC