The legal action cites violations of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, including the right to life, freedom of religion and conscience, and informed consent.
A total of 24 COVID tickets totaling $55,200 were recently dropped by the authorities, after they had been handed to three pastors of churches in British Columbia.
'It’s a way for government to make life a bit easier for the thousands of British Columbians who face unnecessary barriers due to outdated language and to help address gender bias,' stated a government official.