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Toronto police officers have removed an encampment set up on school grounds at the York University, the university officials revealed on Thursday.
On Wednesday, a pro-Palestinian encampment was erected on York’s Keele Campus, with tents in the Harry W. Arthurs Common area.
A statement by the institution stated that "York University had been clear from encampments and physical occupations of community, spaces are not permitted under its policies.”
As a result, Toronto police confirmed that officers operated under the authority of the Trespass Act to remove the encampment.
“York’s campuses must be accessible for all community members and visitors – the Common is intended for use as a space for study, work, and leisure,” the university said in its statement.
“Those who set up the encampment have now received a trespass notice due to their unauthorized use of campus grounds.”
The school says the individuals involved in setting the encampment left peacefully. Toronto police said one person returned and was arrested.
“York’s Community Safety team is clearing the site of equipment so that it may be returned to its intended use as soon as possible,” the statement continued.
“Toronto Police Service presence was requested by the University to ensure the safety of all concerned.”
