A woman from British Columbia who married an Islamic State militant has admitted to terrorist-related offenses in a Vancouver court.
Kimberly Polman, as confirmed by the Public Prosecution Service of Canada, pleaded guilty on Thursday to the charge of leaving Canada to engage in activities supporting a terrorist organization, specifically the Islamic State.
Having spent years detained in a Syrian camp, Polman was brought back to Canada in 2022, where she faced these charges. At the time of her return, she was reported to be in poor health, battling hepatitis and coping with post-traumatic stress and various other difficulties.
According to her sister, who requested anonymity, Polman had connected with an Islamic State member online, leading to their marriage. However, their relationship soured, and Polman distanced herself from the extremist group thereafter.
The trial for Polman’s two charges was scheduled to commence on November 9, with a sentencing date yet to be determined.
