On March 25, 2024, BCCLA Litigation Staff Counsel, Ga Grant submitted an open letter to the Ontario Crown Attorney and Toronto Police Service calling for the immediate withdrawal of charges against the Toronto Peace 11 activists. The BCCLA is deeply concerned about these charges amidst the greater context of Toronto Police Service suppression of Charter rights to freedom of expression and assembly for those in support of Palestine.

Fundamental democratic rights to freedom of expression and assembly are essential for everyone, and this includes the right to criticize the activities of all foreign states, foreign militaries, as well as charities and corporations. These disproportionate police actions specifically targeting expression for Palestinian human rights raise serious questions as to political influences on policing in Canada.

Ga Grant, Litigation Staff Counsel