It's a stretch, but a lobster dispute in the Maritimes will have a ripple effect if you are driving west on Highway 17 tomorrow.
East Algoma OPP are warning of a traffic slowdown on Highway 17 between Serpent River First Nation and Mississauga First Nation.
"Members of the Mississauga and Serpent River First Nation communities are planning a peaceful moving slowdown in support of the Mi'kmaw Indigenous fishing rights," says Constable Phil Young. "At 10 a.m. Mississauga and Serpent River First Nation members will leave their locations to meet on Highway 17 at Pronto Road. There will be a short traditional exchange by the Chiefs at that time."
Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to exercise patience and safe driving habits.
"There are no traffic re-routes around this area," says Young. "The motoring public is asked to refrain from contacting the OPP Communications Centre for Road Closure Information. Road Closure Information can be obtained by contacting the Ministry of Transportation at 1-800-268-4686."
Members of the OPP and Mississauga First Nation police will be assisting with traffic safety.
