https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e Evan Vella, Kyle Shewchuk, Elizabeth Cronin en-us 2021-03-31 18:33:47 UTC 2023-03-16 00:24:44 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1114147370/1eafa8666f7c56019d5f0a616c9b50f9/1089751_200.png elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1373087907 This video outlines the specific details of the case and provides background information on both Harper and Truscott. The information is discussed in chronological order, from their early lives to the most recent update in the appeal process. The video is accompanied by relevant and historical images to give viewers a better understanding of the story. This video was posted on YouTube on January 29, 2007, before the Court of Appeal made their decision on whether to exonerate Truscott (National Post, 2007).
Steven Truscott Case - updated version - YouTube]]> 2021-03-31 19:06:58 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1373087907 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379074663 This is a photograph of Lynne Harper, the victim of a brutal murder and sexual assault at 12-years-old, thought to be committed by Steven Truscott (Innocence Canada, 2008).
(12) Pinterest]]> 2021-04-03 03:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379074663 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379076940 This image shows Steven Truscott as a young adolescent with his bike, before he was wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for the murder of Lynne Harper (Innocence Canada, 2008).
Fictional new movie packs ‘emotional truth’ of Steven Truscott’s wrongful conviction for reporter who helped expose the case | The Star]]> 2021-04-03 03:30:50 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379076940 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379094973 This document outlines questions and answers to provide more context to the Truscott case. ]]> 2021-04-03 04:00:27 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379094973 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379814626 In 2011, Truscott would be faced with another life challenge: being diagnosed with prostate cancer. He would have to get his entire prostate removed. He reflects back on his wrongful conviction in his interview saying, "I figured if the government couldn’t get rid of me, this wasn’t going to get rid of me either" (Guelph Mercury, 2012)
 Steven Truscott fights another battle for his life (guelphmercury.com). ]]> 2021-04-03 18:33:14 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379814626 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379815977 1. Tunnel Vision
2. Evolution of and Errors in Forensic Science
3. Professional Misconduct (Innocence Canada, 2021)
Causes of Wrongful Convictions - Innocence Canada]]> 2021-04-03 18:34:17 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379815977 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379831772 This image shows Steven Truscott 43 years after his release from prison, around the time of his cancer diagnosis. This article explains the new health battle that Truscott must fight, 5 years following the end of his legal battle for innocence (Guelph Mercury, 2012).

Steven Truscott fights another battle for his life (guelphmercury.com). ]]> 2021-04-03 18:48:13 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1379831772 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380166253 This video discusses the monetary award Truscott received as a result of his wrongful conviction. The first review the details of his original trial and appeal, then discuss the 700-page report that outlined the injustices that occurred throughout the judicial process, against Truscott (NeubergerRose, 2009).
Steven Truscott's $6.5 Million Award for Wrongful Conviction - YouTube]]> 2021-04-04 02:01:03 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380166253 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380215737 Alexander Kalichuk is supected to be the real killer of Harper, but it has never been proven as he died in 1975. He had been charged with the sexual harassment of girls around the same age as Harper, near the same area she had been found dead (The Fifth Estate, 2008).
Case not closed: The enduring tragedy of the Harper – Truscott murder case – Canadian Military History (militarybruce.com)]]> 2021-04-04 03:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380215737 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380221318 Truscott was awarded $6.5 million in compensation from the Government of Ontario, 49 years after the trial occurred. The government appointed retired judge Sydney Robins, to review the case and determine how much financial compensation would be fair and just, based on numerous factors related to the impacts of  a wrongful conviction on an individuals' life (The Fifth Estate, 2008).
Steven Truscott to get $6.5M for wrongful conviction | CBC New]]> 2021-04-04 03:26:20 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380221318 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380230085 This video was taken the day Truscott was exonerated, August 28, 2007. Truscott did not give an official statement to the press but his daughter shared information about finding out about her father's past.  She also discusses how the conviction affected their family and how this acquittal was a major relief (NeubergerRose, 2009).
Steven Truscott's $6.5 Million Award for Wrongful Conviction - YouTube]]> 2021-04-04 03:41:44 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380230085 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380259562 This article further details the factors that were examined when considering how much compensation Truscott should receive. Suffering, the stigma of guilt, past cases (David Milgaard), and financial support for himself and his family, were the bases used to determine the appropriate amount of compensation (The Fifth Estate, 2008).
Steven Truscott to get $6.5M for wrongful conviction | CBC New]]> 2021-04-04 04:32:04 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380259562 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380271032 This article reveals details of his long-awaited acquittal and subsequent compensation. However, the author shares the perspective of the Harper family and how they were opposed to this ruling as they still considered him guilty in the murder of their daughter. Comparisons are made between the amount awarded to David Milgaard ($10 million) and Truscott, noting that Truscott received significantly less (Benzie, 2008).
Truscott's legal nightmare ends | The Star]]> 2021-04-04 04:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380271032 elizabethcronin1 https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380303298 Citations for information written within this padlet. ]]> 2021-04-04 05:39:52 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380303298 evanvella https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380931035 Featured on their 2000 studio album, "The Days In Between", Canadian band, Blue Rodeo, released the song "Truscott" about Steven's case.

 Truscott - YouTube]]> 2021-04-04 15:23:52 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethcronin1/7enltyf80ovmjb1e/wish/1380931035