2001 Quebec protests

The 2001 Quebec protests were a series of popular civil protests and riots against the 3rd Summit of the Americas, from 20 to 22 April in Quebec City. Mass protests was met with tear gas and grenades was thrown by police, who claimed demonstrators were storming buildings. Protests ceased on 22 April.

2001 Quebec protests
Part of Anti-globalization movement
Tear gas thrown at protesters on 21 April 2001 near the security wall encircling the meeting site
DateApril 20, 2001 – April 22, 2001
Location
Quebec, Canada
Caused by
Goals
MethodsDemonstrations, Riots
Resulted in
  • Protests suppressed by force
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