Bashir Osman, facing serious firearm charges and breaches of recognizance, sought a bail review after being denied bail.
The application was heard during the COVID-19 pandemic, which was accepted as a material change in circumstances.
The court considered the secondary and tertiary grounds for detention under the Criminal Code, including the strength of the Crown's case, the gravity of the offences, the circumstances of their commission, and the potential for a lengthy sentence.
Special consideration was given to the accused's health (asthma) and the risks posed by COVID-19 in congregant correctional facilities.
The court found that a robust supervision plan, including electronic monitoring and multiple sureties, mitigated public safety concerns.
Ultimately, the court concluded that continued detention was not necessary to maintain confidence in the administration of justice, ordering the accused's release with strict conditions.