The Democracy Fund successfully defends Ursula Allred, securing a stay of all charges and the return of her property after over three years.
CALGARY: The Democracy Fund (TDF) is pleased to announce significant developments in the defence of Ursula Allred, one of the last individuals facing charges from the 2022 Coutts Freedom Convoy protest. Following the submission of a Jordan Application by TDF lawyers, extensive negotiations, and preparations for a two-week trial, TDF lawyers have successfully secured a stay of all charges against Ms. Allred. Additionally, after 37 months, TDF lawyers have secured the return of Ms. Allred’s cell phone, which had been seized by police in early 2022 and held throughout the legal process.
Ms. Allred, a young mother, was charged with mischief and other charges in connection with her presence near the Coutts border protest site in early 2022. These charges came in the wake of widespread demonstrations advocating for the restoration of civil liberties during pandemic-related mandates.
TDF’s senior litigation counsel, Adam Blake-Gallipeau, commented on the outcome:
“Securing a stay of Ms. Allred’s charges and the return of her phone after 37 months is a significant victory for justice,” he said. “We will continue to vigorously defend the constitutional freedoms of Canadians prosecuted for peaceful protest.”
Reflecting on the result, Ms. Allred expressed her relief and gratitude, “I am incredibly relieved to have this weight lifted. I’m deeply thankful to The Democracy Fund and their legal team for their tireless work in defending me and protecting my rights.”
This case is the latest in TDF’s ongoing work defending Canadians charged during the Freedom Convoy protests. To date, TDF has represented over 30 individuals for offences arising from their peaceful assembly and free expression, rights guaranteed under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
The Democracy Fund remains dedicated to defending individuals facing legal repercussions for exercising their constitutional freedoms and will continue to advocate for justice in similar cases.
About The Democracy Fund:
Founded in 2021, The Democracy Fund (TDF) is a Canadian charity dedicated to constitutional rights, advancing education and relieving poverty. TDF promotes constitutional rights through litigation and public education. TDF supports an access to justice initiative for Canadians whose civil liberties have been infringed by government lockdowns and other public policy responses to the pandemic.