Founded in 2021, The Democracy Fund is a Canadian charity dedicated to strengthening democracy by:
✓ Defending civil liberties
✓ Promoting independent journalism
✓ Helping the world’s vulnerable
Strengthening Democracy
The Democracy Fund’s 2025 Annual Review
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
December 16, 2025
It's incredible to be reflecting on 2025 already. This year marks our fifth year in operation! We're grateful to have the continued support of our donors to further this work towards strengthening democracy.
Thanks to your generosity, we remain entirely donor-funded, without any government support—making your contributions vital to the impact we’ve achieved this year.
News Releases
City seizes homeowner’s political sign a second time, violating homeowner's Charter rights
The Democracy Fund argues Sault Ste. Marie violated constitutional free expression rights after bylaw officers, accompanied by police, twice removed small personal protest signs from private property.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
February 10, 2026
Court Victory: TDF lawyers successfully defeat City's Motion
Judge dismisses City's Motion to Dismiss Church's application for judicial review.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
February 03, 2026
TDF raises concerns over government's proposed Bill S-209
The Democracy Fund lawyers fear Bill S-209 may expand to threaten online anonymity.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
January 28, 2026
Montreal Church's case to be heard by Quebec Court on January 22
UPDATE: Court postpones hearing due to a change in the process; new date will be announced shortly.
TDF lawyers will defend the Church's application for judicial review against the City's Motion to Dismiss.
Written by TDF’s Legal Team
January 20, 2026
