The offender pleaded guilty to conspiracy to traffic in Fentanyl, trafficking in Fentanyl, and failing to comply with probation.
The offender was a member of a conspiracy that sold approximately 375 patches of Fentanyl over a six-month period from January to June 2017.
The offender played a subordinate role as a "runner" or "mule" for the organization, controlled by the conspiracy leader.
The court imposed a sentence of 30 months incarceration less pre-trial custody calculated at 1.5:1, resulting in five months remaining to be served.
The sentencing was informed by a comprehensive Gladue report and a sentencing circle incorporating Indigenous justice principles.
The court emphasized the serious nature of Fentanyl trafficking while recognizing the offender's traumatic childhood, Indigenous heritage, addiction issues, and significant rehabilitative progress.
