R v Conway-McDowall – 2019 ABQB 11 (Henderson):

[47] When I apply the modern approach to statutory interpretation, I conclude that s. 561(2) has no application to an accused person’s re-election following a direct indictment. As a result, I conclude that an accused person who re-elects to Judge alone pursuant to s. 565(2) may do so without seeking the consent of the Crown.