On July 22, 2018, a warm summer night in Toronto’s Greektown was shattered by one of the worst mass shootings in Canadian history. In this premiere episode of Northern Dark, we examine the events of that night, the class-action lawsuit that followed, and the incredible legacy left by the victims’ families — from national advocacy to life-changing community initiatives.

📚 Primary News Sources

1. CBC News – Lawsuit Certification (2025) Survivors of Toronto's Danforth shooting get green light on lawsuit against gunmaker Published June 23, 2025 🔹 Source for legal updates, Smith & Wesson lawsuit, and quotes from the court
2. CBC News – Five-Year Anniversary Coverage (2023) Memorial service on Saturday marks five years since Danforth Shooting Published July 21, 2023 🔹 Source for survivor quotes, memorial event, and victim impact
3. Beach Metro Community News [Fifth Anniversary article excerpted in full by you] 🔹 Provided quotes from survivors and family members, information about DFSC
4. Just Do Kindness Foundation (Julianna Kozis) https://www.jdkfoundation.ca , https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-44933176🔹 Source for community initiatives in Julianna’s memory and other news
5. Reese Fallon Memorial Scholarship at McMaster University https://alumni.mcmaster.ca/s/1439/ifundmac/project.aspx?sid=1439&gid=1&pgid=7470&cid=13445 🔹 Source for scholarship info and Reese’s legacy

🧠 Mental Health Support in Canada

If you or someone you know is struggling, you're not alone. These organizations offer support across Canada:

• Talk Suicide Canada (24/7 support) 💬 https://talksuicide.ca 📞 Call or text 988
• Wellness Together Canada (mental health & substance use support) 💬 https://www.wellnesstogether.ca
• Kids Help Phone (for youth across Canada) 💬 https://kidshelpphone.ca 📱 Text CONNECT to 686868