A woman involved in a fatal collision on a divided highway, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, has been granted pre-approval for day parole, set to begin next month. Brittany Barry, 35, admitted guilt to causing the deaths of Laura Hannah, 53, and Jamie Hannah, 20, while also injuring her own children in the incident. The tragic crash occurred on October 19, 2024, near Dundurn, approximately 35 kilometers southeast of Saskatoon.
Barry is currently in the early stages of serving a six-year prison term, which commenced on March 14, 2025. According to regulations, federal prisoners can apply for full parole after serving one-third of their sentence, with the option to seek day parole six months prior. The Parole Board of Canada recently approved Barry’s request to transition to a community-based residential facility, commonly referred to as a halfway house, once she becomes eligible for day parole.
Despite objections from the victims’ relatives who believe Barry’s release is premature given the gravity of her offense, the parole board took into account her acknowledgment of responsibility and efforts towards personal development. Barry expressed her commitment to leading a sober life as a tribute to the victims and ensuring the safety of her children by making sound decisions. She has maintained good conduct in minimum security during her incarceration, with no reported behavioral issues.
Under the conditions of her day parole, Barry is forbidden from consuming alcohol, entering bars, or driving. She must adhere to prescribed treatment and counseling and is strictly prohibited from any form of communication with the victims’ family, except for interactions with her own children. Although Barry is already subject to a seven-year driving ban as part of her sentence, the parole board imposed an additional no-driving restriction to emphasize compliance with this directive.