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halfway_prince OP wrote

a take from reddit that provides a little clarity:

I wouldn't go so far as to call this a victory for the protestors but more a defeat for the RCMP.

Reading the decision, the judge based their decision primarily on RCMP enforcement tactics and their overreach of the legal authority previously provided. It is not like they are siding with the protestors' actions they just couldn't trust the RCMP enough to attach the court's reputation.

The judge is essentially punting this back to the Province. Without extended powers in the injunction they will be forced to use other tools in their toolbox such as criminal charges or legislation if they desire. The judge even noted in their decision that the escalation of protestor actions leads them to expect criminal charges will be pursued.

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