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Inquest into the Death of Justin Alexander Trudeau

The inquest will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025. Dr. Ronald Goldstein will be the presiding officer. Robert Kozak and Jenna Simpson will be the inquest counsel.

Mr. Trudeau, 44 years old, was from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory. He died on February 13, 2021, while in custody at the Sudbury Jail.

The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding Mr. Trudeau’s death. The jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.

The inquest is expected to last eight days and hear from approximately 14 witnesses.

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Inquest Concluded

This inquest has concluded. The verdict and recommendations will be made available on the Coroner’s inquests verdicts and recommendations page.

Notice posted on October 27, 2025 at 03:20 PM

This inquest has concluded

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