"After two years of this pandemic, we know that this virus will always find a way to surprise us," said Duclos, adding that future waves and variants were a certainty.
Ford says public health advisers are "working on a plan" to eliminate the vaccine passports, and announced a state of emergency.
The meeting comes just one day after Biden told NBC News that "things could go crazy quickly" in Ukraine.
Liberal Anthony Housefather is a close ally of Justin Trudeau. His statement goes contrary to Trudeau's current positioning on restrictions.
"Slash the tires, empty gas tanks, arrest the drivers, and move the trucks."
"We’re pulling these passports. We’re going to get back to normal. I can’t get you the exact date, but it’s going to be very soon. I’ll be speaking over the next few days. Friday I’m going to put out a statement."
Christian crowdfunding website, which is hosting the crowdfund for the Freedom Convoy truck drivers, says that it will not be following the orders of the Ontario court to freeze the crowdfund and stop the transfer of funds to the protesters.
The order was issued by the court today and all funds are frozen until further notice.
MPs can be heard asking, "where did Justin go?" as the prime minister walked out of Question Period.
Conservative MP Cheryl Gallant had strong criticism for the sitting Liberal government during Wednesday's meeting of the National Defence Committee, asking why a convicted serial killer gets better treatment from the military than a soldier who isn't vaccinated.
A convoy of vehicles and farm equipment has blocked traffic at the Emerson, Manitoba border crossing, causing lengthy delays.
Yves Robillard has joined fellow Liberal MP Joel Lightbound in criticizing the Trudeau government's "politicized" and "divisive" handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"It is completely inexcusable—I have no idea of a prime minister of this country can sit back and let this happen," said Singh.
"To all of you that are taking place in the protest, I believe the time has come for you to take down the barricades, stop the disruptive action, and come together."
"We are providing you notice that anyone blocking streets or assisting others in the block of streets may be committing a criminal offence. You must immediately cease further unlawful activity or you may face charges."