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 February 27, 2026

DeceasedDate of inquestLocation of inquestPresiding coronerDetails/news release
Pyne, ColinMarch 2videoconferenceMurray SegalMr. Pyne, 26 years old, died on August 17, 2021, while in custody at the Central North Correctional Centre in Penetanguishene. News Release
Rawson-Keeley, Ryanto be determinedvideoconferenceDr. Geoffrey BondInquest into the death of Mr. Ryan Rawson-Keeley postponed. News Release
Fellinger, JenniferMarch 2videoconferenceDr. Jennifer TangMs. Fellinger, 31 years old, died in hospital on February 12, 2019 after being transferred from the Vanier Centre for Women in Milton. News Release
Alliman, RaymondMarch 23videoconferenceBonnie GoldbergMr. Alliman, 31 years old, died on June 3, 2017, following an interaction with officers from the Ottawa Police Service. News Release