Overview

An inquest is a public hearing conducted by a coroner before a jury of five community members. Inquests are held to inform the public about the circumstances of a death.

You can find press releases and information regarding inquests officially issued on the Ontario Newsroom.

For more information, please contact: OCC.inquiries@ontario.ca

Schedule of inquests

This schedule is current as of April 29, 2026

DeceasedDate of inquestLocation of inquestPresiding coronerDetails/news release
Bourassa, JustinMay 4videoconferenceMurray SegalMr. Bourassa, 29 years old, died on October 28, 2021, following an interaction with officers from the London Police Service on the same day. News Release
Gedi, Ali GediMay 11videoconferenceDr. John CarlisleMr. Gedi, 45 years old, died on February 23, 2021, following an interaction with officers from the Toronto Police Service that occurred on the same day. News Release
Stec, DwayneMay 11videoconferenceDr. Richard McLeanMr. Stec, 49 years old, died on January 19, 2021, while in the custody of the Ottawa Police Service. News Release