The federal public service sector was subject to coercive, destructive vaccine mandates imposed by our employer the federal government. Most of our unions have not only failed to represent members seeking medical privacy and bodily autonomy but have been complicit in the imposition of mandates.
FedsForFreedom has retained lawyer Umar Sheikh as we seek justice and assurance this will never happen again. As a registered not-for-profit, we have the infrastructure, public standing and connections to coordinate a collective campaign that will resonate throughout Canadian Federal Public Service Sector.
Limited to Federal Public Servants; union members AND non-union members; crown corporations AND core-departments this campaign will encompass those; terminated, attested and received an accommodation, attested and denied an accommodation, on unpaid leave, on unpaid leave but have since returned to work, retired early, employee’s on sick leave as a result of the mandates and employees working but coerced into vaccines, across the entire Federal Public Service sector.
Legal Campaign Steps
Step 1: Register to be a Liberty Legal Campaign Member (See details below)
Step 2: FedsForFreedom’s Board & Executive Team will work with Skeikh Law to review and organize evidence.
Step 3: Skeikh Law will identify the strongest claims & present best options for an initial successful first trial. From there we will identify groups of members who are seeking similar restitution for their case along with major issues we would like to strike down, these groups & issues will be the foundation for possible future claims.
Step 4: The claim options will be brought to all Liberty Members to vote on which options we would like to proceed with in what order. If your case is chosen at this time, then you will be notified by the executive team prior to any filings to confirm your participation and choose wether you would like to be named or be “John/Jane Doe”.
Step 5: The initial claim will be built, we will identify expert witness’ & the statement of claim will be filed.
Step 6: The initial claim will go through discovery and pre-court stages.
Step 7: The initial claim will go to court, if successful the remainder of the claims that Liberty Members would like to see pushed through will be pushed through the courts on the same merits.
FAQ’s
Published Oct 17th 2022
Who does not qualify?
- Current/Ex Military
- Contractors
How will it be verified that members are Federal Public Servants?
Each participants eligibility will be verified via the evidence submission survey.
What are the areas of reconciliation we hope to address within the different groups of cases?
- Damages
- Back-Pay
- Mental Hardship
- EI Denial
- Union – Failure to represent
- Sick Leave
- Early Retirement
If we have an open grievance can we join the Liberty Membership/be involved in the legal campaign?
Yes, a grievance does not impact your ability to participate in legal action. Grievances are heard at the labour board level, our case will be heard at a higher court.
Difference between Rocco's, Berman's, vs Sheik and can they join forces?
- Different entry qualifications
- Different timelines
- Different strategies
- Different claims
- Different recourse
They will not be able to join forces because of the differences above, however case precedence will be helpful between cases.
What is the fee to join the legal effort?
A one-time payment with $300, with assistance in fundraising efforts in the future.
Do you anticipate us having to make additional financial contributions for the legal fund if we join the Liberty membership?
No, at this time it is our goal to ask for a one-time contribution. However, the expectation is that each Liberty member assists with fundraising efforts in the future.
Is there a payment plan for the $300 fee?
Yes. If you are experiencing financial hardship and need assistance please contact us to make payment arrangements. contact@fedsforfreedom.ca
Can I sign up for the Independence Membership ($25/year – Access to Info & Updates), then upgrade to the Liberty Membership ($300 – Legal Campaign)?
Yes, just email contact@fedsforfreedom.ca to upgrade your account.
What if I wanted to donate to FedsForFreedom's Legal Campaign or to them in general?
Please visit our fundraising page to learn more!
Can I use the original statement I submitted for our personal submission for Sheik Law?
We will link all past information to your case, however you must fill out the Evidence Collection Survey as well.
What is the status of our Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board (FPSLREB) complaint? Are we still pursuing legal action against PSAC?
We are currently awaiting a decision from the FPSLREB regarding our Duty of Fair Representation (DFR) complaint and if they feel there is sufficient evidence to be arguable; only 2% of DFR cases are heard in court. Once a decision is rendered we will be able to plan our next steps. Regardless of the outcome , we fully intend on bringing charges against our union in the courts.
For individuals denied an exemption, would it be helpful to submit an ATIP?
Yes! An ATIP will provide you with all documentation and correspondence in regards to the requested exemption. The more information we have the better. Please note an ATIP costs $5.
ATIP Template: Any and all written communication including "Microsoft Lync" or “Microsoft Teams” conversations by (insert managers name).Electronic and or paper documentation relating to me, including my name; or regarding (name particular incident, exemption requests, Labour relations and other reps listed on emails, etc.) made. Including deleted and trashed emails and or electronic files. And and all electronic communications by the aforementioned parties via email or paper, held in file format between them and their superiors and/or labour and staff relations and/or any other institution, body, department that may have or hold interest in this or these issues. All and any file the department holds or held (now deleted or trashed) referencing me or said the above mentioned terms and phrases between (dd/mm/yyyy) and (dd/mm/yyyy).
Advantages of Joining
- Sharing of Legal Resources with all Freedom Groups involved with Sheikh Law
- Reduced individual costs
- Continuity regardless of membership
- Access to monthly membership meetings
- Access to general & legal email updates
- Access to general website resources
- Access to the Liberty Hardship Fund
- Access to General & Liberty Membership – legal campaign Raklet announcement boards
- Review of your evidence to build legal campaign against employer and union
Liberty Member
LEGAL CAMPAIGN MEMBER
$300 + Voluntary Donations
HOW DO I JOIN?
- Are employed or were employed within the federal public service sector, that sector being defined as any department of the federal government;
- Have agreed with and are adhering to this TCA;
- Have paid the enrolment fee and any subsequently authorized fees, as outlined in ‘Legal Costs and Structure’ in this TCA;
- Have completed online registration through Raklet;
- Have completed the Liberty Membership – Evidence Submission Survey; and
- Optional: Submit a Victim Impact Statement.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
- Access to monthly membership meetings
- Access to general & legal email updates
- Access to general website resources
- Access to the Liberty Hardship Fund
- Access to General & Liberty Membership – legal campaign Raklet announcement boards
- Review of your evidence to build legal campaign against employer and union