Security bollards to be installed outside of city hall after risk assessment

Ottawa City Hall needs security bollards around the building in case a terrorist tries to use a vehicle to run over people, the city’s security boss says.
“With all the stuff going on in the world and the low-tech terrorism that has taken place, it really behooves the city to ensure the safety and security of patrons to city hall,” said Pierre Poirier, manager of security and emergency management.
“We’ve taken a look at what is the probability of that kind of event