TorontoCops with patrol rifles to be deployed to key locations in Toronto as police create new unit, task forceToronto police say they are creating a counter-terrorism unit and a specialized task force that will see officers with semi-automatic rifles stationed at key locations in the city.New counter-terrorism unit and task force not a response to specific threat, police chief saysMuriel Draaisma, Tyler Cheese · CBC News · Posted: Mar 24, 2026 6:10 PM EDT | Last Updated: 7 hours agoPlayListen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A police officer in this photo holds a patrol rifle. Police say residents can expect to see officers with such rifles at key locations in Toronto as part of a new task force.…