The accused was charged with sexual assault under section 271 of the Criminal Code.
The defence brought an application under section 276.1 of the Criminal Code seeking to adduce evidence of the complainant's prior sexual relationship with the accused and her sexual activity with third parties.
The court conducted a hearing under section 276.2 to determine admissibility.
The court granted the application only to the extent that the defence could adduce evidence that the complainant and accused had met during a specific period to exchange sex for crack cocaine or money, as this was necessary context for understanding their relationship.
The court denied the application regarding evidence of specific prior sexual encounters between the parties and all evidence regarding the complainant's sexual activity with third parties.
The application record was sealed to protect the complainant's privacy and dignity.
