The city ripped up a butterfly haven in this Burlington woman's front yard. Now she’s in court fighting the move on religious grounds
- Posted on January 5, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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The city ripped up a butterfly haven in this Burlington woman's front yard. Now she’s in court fighting the move on religious grounds

Karen Barnes says the city’s actions have violated her constitutional rights to freedom of expression — and religion.