Posted: May 16, 2023 11:36 AM EDT | Last Updated: 20 minutes agoThe People's Party of Canada leader was charged in June 2021 for attending rallies with more people than allowed at the time under COVID-19 pandemic restrictions in Manitoba.Two other charges, for failing to isolate, were stayed by the Crown.
Bernier was arrested at the beginning of a three-day tour of the province, during which he attended rallies in rural communities south of Winnipeg.for a federal seat in Manitoba. The riding of Portage-Lisgar was held previously by longtime Conservative MP Candice Bergen, who served as the party's interim leader last year and stepped down in February.More to come
People's Party of Canada Leader Maxime Bernier leaves Manitoba after arrest for breaking pandemic rulesWe initially reported that Maxime Bernier pleaded guilty. In fact, he admitted to the offence, but his lawyer said the admission is not a guilty plea.
CORRECTION: A previous version of this tweet incorrectly reported that Maxime Bernier pleaded guilty. In fact, he admitted to violating public health orders in Manitoba but his lawyer said the admission is not a guilty plea. That tweet has been removed.
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