Marie Landry Denounces RCMP's Systemic Transphobia: A Call for Justice

Marie Landry Denounces RCMP's Systemic Transphobia: A Call for Justice

Moncton, NB, Canada – Marie Landry, CEO of Marie Landry's Spy Shop (www.marielandryceo.com), today issued a forceful denunciation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for their alleged inaction and systemic transphobia, culminating in a seven-year ordeal that has profoundly impacted her life.

Landry, a renowned OSINT expert, expresses deep frustration at being compelled to address serious threats, including those from a neo-Nazi group founder, without tangible assistance from the RCMP or CSIS. Despite providing substantial evidence of potential criminal activity to both agencies, Landry was met with apathy and instructed to accept the situation. She argues that this lack of support not only jeopardizes her safety but also undermines the core values of justice and equality in Canada.

This recent incident is part of a prolonged legal struggle that began in 2016 when Landry was falsely accused of a crime, a charge that was later withdrawn by the court. However, due to a clerical error, the RCMP maintained a false record of conviction against her. This misinformation, which Landry attributes to transphobia, caused severe damage to her personal and professional reputation, led to false imprisonment in psychiatric institutions, and resulted in discriminatory treatment by law enforcement officials.

Landry tirelessly fought to correct these inaccuracies, facing resistance and transphobic discrimination from certain RCMP members. She ultimately succeeded in having her record updated, but only after obtaining a certificate from a judge confirming the withdrawal of charges.

Despite the RCMP’s admission of error and ongoing investigations by the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission (CRCC) and the Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC), Landry remains deeply critical of the RCMP's conduct and the systemic issues her case has exposed. She highlights a pervasive culture of transphobia within the RCMP, pointing to repeated misgendering, dismissal of her claims, and disregard for her rights under Canadian law.

Landry's demands for justice extend beyond her personal case. She advocates for a comprehensive overhaul of RCMP policies to address systemic transphobia, mandatory LGBTQ+ sensitivity and inclusivity training for all RCMP members and relevant personnel within the justice and healthcare systems, and a thorough review of her entire criminal record to ensure no further errors persist. Landry also calls for accountability for those responsible for perpetuating the false accusations and discrimination, including RCMP Constable Gabriel Gallant, RCMP Informant Tania Mallet, and a group of individuals identified as false witnesses.

Landry views her case as symbolic of the larger struggle for transgender rights in Canada. She remains resolute in her pursuit of justice and accountability, determined to use her platform to advocate for systemic change and an end to transphobia within law enforcement and beyond. She is actively pursuing mediation to achieve a just resolution and to ensure that no one else endures the same ordeal.

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Marie Seshat Landry (She/Her)

CEO & Spymaster

Marie Landry's Spy Shop

Website: www.marielandryceo.com