The first session of the inquiry ended on March 2, 2020, but later sessions were delayed by the pandemic. While the first 17 days of the inquiry focused on testimony from RCMP, health professionals and firearms officers, this session will hear from Desmond's sisters and from Shanna's family, the Bordens. Shanna Desmond's family, the Bordens, are also expected to testify later in this session. (Remembering Shanna Desmond/Facebook)Inquiry mandateJudge Warren Zimmer continues to preside over the fatality inquiry, which, unlike a public inquiry, does not seek to lay blame. The lawyer said if that were to happen — or he received a suspension — he would immediately appeal and ask for a stay so that he could continue to represent the Desmond family.

Source: CBC News February 16, 2021 09:56 UTC