Nice try, Mr. RCMP officer.

The precedent has been given. "We have opened the door but we have also said that we can close it if needed" - is what the article says. Now they have the power to do it all over again whenever needed. People complied.

Based.

If the government deploys a temporary measure with an end date, it's likely going to be extended forever. If the government deploys a temporary measure without end date, it's permanent.