Examineradio, episode 132: Ron Dalton, jailed for a crime that never happened

October 6, 2017 By Terra Tailleur 2 Comments

Ron Dalton. Photo courtesy Ron Dalton

Ron Dalton went to prison for a crime that didn’t happen. He shares his story and talks about his work with Innocence Canada. Plus, Tim and Terra discuss the latest in the IWK CEO spending scandal and the new panel set up to determine the fate of the Cornwallis statue.

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Colin May says

October 6, 2017 at 8:30 pm

IWK board – 18 members, 10 men and 8 women.
If there had been one more woman we can be sure there would not have been a financial fiasco.

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Colin May says

October 6, 2017 at 9:02 pm

Very important interview with Mr Dalton.
Keep up the good work.

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