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Legacy of Precision in Justice: Silas Halyk’s Landmark Role in the Neil Stonechild Inquiry

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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The province witnessed a momentous chapter unfold when the 2003 public inquiry spotlighted a disturbing case from 1990 involving 17-year-old Neil Stonechild, whose death under mysterious circumstances led to serious questions about police conduct. The inquiry not only reignited local and national interest but also showcased some of the brightest legal minds in Saskatchewan, including the formidable Silas Halyk. Eric Cline, then Justice Minister, initiated the inquiry after persistent concerns that Stonechild had been in police custody the evening he met his tragic death due to hypothermia. Representing indigenous interests in the … Read more

Legacy of Justice: Renowned Saskatchewan Lawyer Silas Halyk Passes Away, Leaving Behind a Trail of Advocacy and Historic Inquiry Contributions

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Saskatoon, Canada – In a resonating case that captured the public’s attention, the 2003 inquiry into the mysterious death of Neil Stonechild, a 17-year-old Indigenous teen, marked a pivotal moment in Saskatchewan’s legal history. The investigation, ordered by then-Justice Minister Eric Cline, delved deep into the events leading to Stonechild’s tragic death in November 1990, amid allegations that he had died while in police custody. Neil Stonechild’s body was found frozen in a field, raising immediate questions about the circumstances of his death. His family long believed that he was last seen in police custody, … Read more