OTTAWA — Former Conservative senator Don Meredith was acquitted of all charges in an Ottawa courtroom this morning. He faced three counts of sexual assault and one count of criminal harassment.

The charges stemmed from allegations made by an adult woman regarding incidents that occurred in 2013 and 2014.

Meredith, who is also an ordained minister, was appointed to the Senate in 2010 by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. He resigned in 2017 after the Senate’s ethics officer found that he had breached the chamber’s code of ethics by engaging in a relationship with a girl who was only 16 at the time.

Following the verdict, Meredith expressed gratitude to his family and legal team, stating, "a cloud has been lifted."

The case has drawn attention due to the serious nature of the allegations and Meredith's previous resignation from the Senate.

This ruling marks a significant moment in Meredith's legal battles, as he has faced scrutiny and controversy since his departure from the Senate.

The verdict was delivered on October 29, 2025, concluding a lengthy legal process for the former senator.