The Ottawa Community Defence fund was set up by Labour4Palestine, Ottawa PYM and IJV Ottawa in January 2024 to fight back against ticket charges related to protests and actions in solidarity with Palestine.
what does it cover?
Legal fees related to charges and arrests, and other costs to maintain Ottawa's movement in solidarity with Palestine.
are you expecting arrests?
Protest is a peaceful means of expressing dissent and it is protected by Section 2 in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Despite peaceful means, community members have faced charges, violent arrest, and conditions on solidarity with Palestine.
