A 35-year-old woman, Brittany Barry, who caused a fatal collision on Highway 11 near Dundurn resulting in the deaths of Laura Hannah, 53, and Jamie Hannah, 20, has been granted pre-approval for day parole once she becomes eligible next month. Barry, who was driving under the influence, also injured her two children in the accident. This incident occurred on October 19, 2024, about 35 kilometers southeast of Saskatoon. Currently serving a six-year prison term since March 14, 2025, Barry has completed approximately a year and a half of her sentence.
According to guidelines, federal inmates can apply for full parole after serving one-third of their term and can seek day parole six months before that milestone. The Parole Board of Canada recently approved Barry’s request to transition to a halfway house upon becoming eligible for day parole. Despite objections from the victims’ family members who believe it is premature for Barry to return to the community, the board acknowledged her remorse and efforts towards personal growth.
Barry expressed her commitment to a sober lifestyle and ensuring the safety of her children by avoiding any future criminal behavior. The board emphasized that Barry has maintained good conduct in minimum security and outlined conditions for her day parole, including abstaining from alcohol, refraining from driving, attending counseling sessions, and maintaining distance from the victims’ family except for her own children. Additionally, Barry’s existing seven-year driving restriction will be reinforced by the parole conditions.