The recent temporary release of a child murderer in Durham Region is drawing criticism from top officials across Ontario, with calls for the parole board to keep him behind bars before he’s let out again. The reason was to “familiarize” himself with a community-based residential facility, according to a written decision from Canada’s parole board, dated Jan. 5, 2026. It determined that Ray would not present an undue risk to society during his unescorted temporary absences, with him displaying a high motivation to improve. Leahy said he was “disturbed” reading through the parole board’s written decision, and struggles to understand why Ray was released. Leahy said he is demanding that Canada’s Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree complete a “review” of the parole board.
