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SUMMARY:The Grim History of the Death Penalty in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Death by hanging was a grim reality within the Canadian criminal justice system until its abolition in 1976 (now 50 years ago).   But what did capital punishment look like in Canada?\nAuthor Lorna Poplak will discuss the history of the death penalty in Canada, with a focus on topics such as the inconsistent application of the death sentence, the treatment of women, wrongful conviction, the difficult journey toward abolition, and the last two hangings at Toronto’s notorious Don Jail.\nQ&A to follow.  Signed books available for purchase.\nThis is a drop-in program and registration is not required.\nRiverdale Library\n370 Broadview Ave\n416-393-7720               \n\n
URL:https://www.lornapoplak.com/events/grim-history-riverdale-july-2026/
CATEGORIES:2026,Drop Dead
LOCATION:370 Broadview Avenue
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