Ottawa High Schooler’s Violent Incident Leaves Lasting Impact After 50 Years

Fifty years ago, on October 27, 1975, a troubled Grade 13 student at St. Pius X High School in Ottawa opened fire during a religion class, resulting in fatalities, including one student who later died in the hospital. As the anniversary approaches, CBC reflects on the profound personal and societal changes that emerged in the aftermath of this tragic event.

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