Facts: A proposed class action by Ottawa residents, business owners, and employees against the organizers and participants of the "Freedom Convoy" protest, alleging disruptions caused by the protest.
Issues: Application of anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) legislation, considering the balance between freedom of expression and the plaintiffs' rights to property and business operation.
Ruling: The court dismissed the defendants' motion to halt the class proceeding under the anti-SLAPP legislation, allowing the case to proceed. The decision emphasizes the public interest in determining the liability of protestors for alleged disruptions.
Amount Awarded: Not applicable; the ruling focused on the continuation of the legal proceedings rather than monetary damages.
