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St. John's on hook for an additional 59 abuse survivors
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - April 9, 2025

​NL archdiocese still well short of money needed to compensate sexual abuse survivors

Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - April 4, 2025

​After 4 years, 2021 N.L. election challenge will be heard in court
Elizabeth Whitten, CBC News - April 2, 2025


​Abuse claims against N.L. archdiocese swells to $121M following successful appeal by victims
Terry Roberts, CBC News - April 1, 2025

​Insolvent archdiocese seeking court order to gain access to Portugal Cove South church
Terry Roberts, CBC News - March 27, 2025

​N.L. judge rules that 59 abuse victims who has their claims rejected should be compensated
Terry Roberts, CBC News - December 21, 2024

​What is defamation? NL man ordered to pay $45k by court in defamation case
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - December 17, 2024

​Pleading for justice: Claimants rejected from Catholic church settlement ask St. John's judge for reconsideration
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - November 6, 2024

​Cash for St. John's victims by month's end
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - October 11, 2024

​'Finally our clients can have some satisfaction': Survivors of Mount Cashel abuse will begin receiving compensation money by end of October
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - October 9, 2024

N.L. court approves 1st payment of $22M for abuse survivors
Terry Roberts, CBC News - October 9, 2024

​St. John's court denies attempt to delay compensation distribution for Mount Cashel victims
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - September 27, 2024

​'Not the result we hoped for,' say lawyers representing victims of the St. John's clergy abuse about recent appeal decision
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - July 26, 2024

​Full cost of Catholic church's sins in eastern Newfoundland to be revealed within days
Ryan Cooke, CBC News - June 29, 2024

Survivors of abuse by members of St. John's Archdiocese will finally begin receiving compensation
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - June 28, 2024

​Long-suffering Mount Cashel victims settlements on hold, again
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - June 19, 2024

​Some N.L. clergy abuse victims won't live to see their compensation, court hears
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - June 6, 2024

​Lawyers concerned over delay as insurance company wants "11th hour, 59th minute" involvement in St. John's archdiocese abuse claim process
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - May 10, 2024

​Compensation process delays for NL clergy abuse survivors
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - April 19, 2024

Survivors of abuse by members of St. John's Archdiocese won't see their compensation yet
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - April 18, 2024

​369 people come forward with abuse claims against Archdiocese of St. John's in bankruptcy case
Ryan Cooke, Alex Kennedy, CBC News - December 4, 2023

​As it settles claims with survivors of clergy abuse, St. John's Archdiocese prepares to fight its insurance company in court
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - October 18, 2023
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St. John's abuse survivors in line for compensation
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - September 27, 2023

​Deadline looming for abuse survivors to apply for compensation from NL archdiocese
Terry Roberts, CBC News - September 19, 2023

​As deadline for Mount Cashel compensation claims approaches, victims discuss impact of abuse
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - September 19, 2023

Important deadline approaching for victims in RC Church settlement process
David Salter, NTV News - September 18, 2023

St. John's cab company fined again for refusing ride to passenger with service dog
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - July 11, 2023

St. John's settlement appears near
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - June 8, 2023

​Court appoints claims officer in Catholic church abuse case
Rosie Mullaley, NTV News - May 30, 2023

Compensation process for survivors of abuse at Mount Cashel orphanage in St. John's gets underway
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - May 30, 2023

Convicted Mount Cashel brother turns up in Illinois child abuse investigation
Ryan Cooke, CBC News - May 25, 2023

Newfoundland acquires 32 schools owned by archdiocese
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - May 10, 2023

​N.L. to pay $13M to acquire 32 church-owned schools
Terry Roberts, CBC News - April 19, 2023

Settlement Reached: Government to Purchase 32 Schools from RC Church
Brian Callahan, VOCM - April 19, 2023

N.L. government will pay St. John's archdiocese $13 million for 32 schools as part of Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation insolvency
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - April 19, 2023

​Mount Cashel victims soon to receive settlements
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - March 31, 2023

​Victims of abuse by Roman Catholic clergy move closer to compensation
Rosie Mullaley, NTV News - March 28, 2023

'Let's get on with it,' judge says, bringing Mount Cashel abuse survivors one step closer to getting compensation
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - March 28, 2023

Judge approves Mount Cashel victims claims process, says "Let's get on with it"
Terry Roberts, CBC News - March 27, 2023

​Province Signals Move To Acquire Schools in RC Church Bankruptcy
VOCM - February 28, 2023

Fate of 30 former Catholic schools remains in question as lawyers debate Mount Cashel Insolvency case
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - February 28, 2023
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Court rules on Mount Cashel settlement for abuse cases
Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register - January 26, 2023

​Families of deceased Mount Cashel victims should be paid for pain and suffering
Ryan Cooke, CBC News - January 26, 2023

​Mount Cashel abuse victims' compensation claims process to speed up due to Newfoundland court ruling
Glen Whiffen, Saltwire - January 17, 2023

​Lawyer waiting for word on total payout for victims of abuse by Catholic Clergy
David Salter, NTV News - December 12, 2022

​Church property sales 'a step in the right direction', says lawyer for victims
Bailey Howard, NTV News - July 21, 2022

Newfoundland court approves sale of 42 Catholic Church properties to help compensate victims of sexual abuse
Glen Whiffen, The Telegram - July 19, 2022

​Murder victim's daughter files wrongful death civil lawsuit
Rosie Mullaley, NTV - July 7, 2022

Bids close to buy historic basilica in downtown St. John's
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Sarah Smellie, The Canadian Press - June 2, 2022

St. Kevin's deal approved in Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. John's shakeup
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - May 27, 2022 
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Inconduite sexuelle : l’Î.-P.-É. limite l’usage des clauses de confidentialité
Gabrielle Drumond, ICI Radio Canada - May 17, 2022


Mount Cashel Victim settlement process continues
NTV News - April 3, 2022

Cemeteries will not be sold to help compensate Mount Cashel victims, says Archdiocese
Terry Roberts, CBC News - March 14, 2022
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 Deal will see Mount Cashel abuse survivors and St. John's parish get share of Chase the Ace cash
Terry Roberts & Rob Antle, CBC News- February 28, 2022

Tentative deal utilizing Chase the Ace money will allow St. Kevin's Parish in Goulds to become only N.L Roman Catholic parish to 'own itself'
Glen Whiffen, The Telegram - February 28, 2022

Court appoints lawyers to represent abuse claimants in St. John's Catholic archdiocese bankruptcy
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - February 16, 2022
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​Why a loss at trial for Mount Cashel survivors taught Geoff Budden more than winning on appeal
Tim Wilbur, Canadian Lawyer - January 7, 2022

Lawyer for Mount Cashel victims not surprised after archdiocese files for creditor protection
David Salter, NTV news- December 22, 2021

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. John's files for protection from creditors
Barb Sweet, The Telegram -  December 21, 2021
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Archdiocese of St. John's may file for creditor protection, buying time before settling Mount Cashel claims
CBC News - December 20, 2021

Lawyer for Mount Cashel Victims working with insolvency specialist as archdiocese considers creditor protection
Bart Fraize, NTV News - December 20, 2021
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Lawsuit alleges physical, sexual abuse at youth facility in Newfoundland and Labrador
Sarah Smellie, The Canadian Press - December 7, 2021

Civil case alleges cousin of convicted St. John's murderer had duty to report threat to Triffie Wadman's life
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - October 25, 2021

All archdiocese properties, including Basilica being appraised for Mount Cashel compensation
CBC News - October 24, 2021 

Basilica among the St. John's Roman Catholic properties being valued to settle abuse claims
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - October 24, 2021

Roman Catholic archdiocese selling properties to pay survivors of Mount Cashel abuse
Beth Penney, NTV News - July 26, 2021

CBC News NL Here and Now - Mount Cashel
CBC News - July 26, 2021 (skip to minute 3:30)

Catholic Church selling assets to pay Mount Cashel survivors, but lawyer says it won't be enough
CBC News - July 26, 2021

'First of many': St. John's archdiocese announces four properties whose sale will fund Mount Cashel compensation
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - July 25, 2021

Controversial wharf development in C.B.S. to proceed, after unanimous council decision 
Darrell Roberts, CBC News- July 2, 2021

​UPDATED: Schools protected from St. John's archdiocese financial restructuring: board
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - March 26, 2021

Lawyer not surprised church will need to sell properties to compensate Mount Cashel victims
David Salter, NTV News - March 25, 2021
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Lawyer Representing Mount Cashel Victims says Clients Relieved to See End of Long Battle
VOCM News - March 24, 2021

Archdiocese selling properties to pay Mount Cashel victim was "inevitable", says lawyer
CBC News - March 23, 2021


Woman alleges former Pangnirtung SAO terminated her job for refusing sex
Randi Beers, Nunatsiaq News - March 22, 2021

St. John's archdiocese downsizing to pay compensation to early Mount Cashel victims
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - March 21, 2021
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Appeal board puts brakes on controversial wharf complex proposed for C.B.S
Adam Walsh, CBC News - February 10, 2021

St. John's Catholic diocese named in proposed Vancouver class action
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- February 8, 2021

'There will be changes and sacrifices': Archbishop of St. John's diocese writes to parishioners
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - February 7,2021

The OCI Long Pond Harbour saga continues
Krissy Holmes & Ramraajh Sharendiran, St. John's Morning Show - February 5, 2021 

Supreme Court of Canada dismisses Catholic Church's appeal in Mount Cashel Case
Bart Fraize, NTV News- January 14, 2021

The legal battle over Newfoundland's infamous Mount Cashel sexual abuse is finally over. But one of the four plaintiffs didn't live to see it
Steve McKinley, Toronto Star - January 14, 2021 
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Supreme Court of Canada decision in favour of Mount Cashel victims will have sweeping implications: lawyers
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - January 14, 2021 

High Court Ruling Means Roman Catholic Church Responible for Mount Cashel Sexual Abuse
VOCM News - January 14, 2021 ​

Supreme Court denies appeal in Mount Cashel orphanage abuse case
Sarah Smelle, The Canadian Press (via CTV News) - January 14, 2021

Mount Cashel victims victorious after a decision by the nation's top court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - January 14, 2021

Supreme Court of Canada rejects Catholic archdiocese appeal over Mount Cashel
CBC News NL - January 14, 2021

Abus sexuels à Mount Cashel : la Cour suprême n’autorise pas l’appel de l’Église
ICI Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador- January 14, 2021

CBC News NL Here and Now- Mount Cashel Appeal
CBC News NL- September 23, 2020 (jump to 43:34 to see clip)

Church seeks to take Mount Cashel abuse ruling to Supreme Court of Canada
The Canadian Press- September 23, 2020

Catholic church applies to appeal Mount Cashel Civil case to Canada's top court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - September 23, 2020

Catholic Church appeals to Supreme Court of Canada on bombshell Mount Cashel ruling
Ryan Cooke, CBC News- September 23, 2020

L’Église conteste une décision qui la déclare responsable d'abus sexuels à Mount Cashel
Patrick Butler, 
ICI Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador - September 23, 2020

Is it time to rename Mount Cashel Road?
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - August 25, 2020

​Former cabinet minister suing over harassment complaints, claiming malice and negligence
Mark Quinn, CBC News- August 21, 2020 

Archdiocese of St. John's deemed to be vicariously liable in Mount Cashel Victims' suit
Zena Olijnyk, Canadian Lawyer- August 4, 2020

Catholic Church Reviewing Court Decision on Damage Liability in Mount Cashel Case 
VOCM News- July 30, 2020

​St. John's Roman Catholic corporation liable for abuses at Mount Cashel orphanage: appeals court
Holly Mckenzie- Sutter -The Canadian Press- July 29, 2020


L'Église jugée responsable des agressions à Mount Cashel
Patrick Butler, ICI CBC Radio Canada- July 29, 2020
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Court Holds Roman Catholic Archdiocese Liable for Damages Owed to Mount Cashel Victims

VOCM News- July 29, 2020

​Appeal Court holds Catholic church liable for abuse suffered at Mount Cashel
CBC News- July 29, 2020

Province's Appeals Court rules St. John's RC archdiocese liable for sexual abuse at Mount Cashel in 1950s, '60s
Glen Whiffen, The Telegram- July 29, 2020

Newfoundland and Labrador supreme court hears separate submissions on cases involving Dale Kirby, Eddie Joyce
David Maher, The Telegram- July 7, 2020

Legal battle ends for journalist charged after covering Muskrat Falls Protest
The Canadian Press- June 30, 2020

Last remaining charge against reported Justin Brake dismissed 
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - June 30, 2020

All chargers dismissed against reporter who covered 2016 Muskrat Falls protests
CBC News- June 30, 2020
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N.L. keeping borders closed as other provinces lift travel restrictions
Kelly-Anne Roberts, NTV News- June 16, 2020

Travel ban not currently under reconsideration: Newfoundland and Labrador Premier
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram - June 15, 2020

 
Provincial border bans during Coronavirus spark lawsuits 
Christopher, Iintelligencer - June 7, 2020

​Provincial border bans during COVID-19 sparks lawsuits, anger from Canadians denied entry
Sophie Harris, CBC News- June 6, 2020

​Premier Defends Travel Ban as Class-Action Lawsuit Filed
VOCM News- June 4, 2020

Government Faces Class Action Lawsuit Against Travel Ban 
Michael Connors, NTV News- June 3, 2020

Class Action Launched Against Travel Ban
​VOCM News -June 3, 2020

Class action lawsuit filed against Newfoundland and Labrador for its COVID-19 Travel Ban 
Cape Breton Post- June 3, 2020

New Lawsuit Aims to Invalidate Travel Ban for Seasonal Residents 
Patrick Butler, CBC News- June 3, 2020

Career Academy Lawsuit Against Province Stalls Before Reaching Court
VOCM News, February 5, 2020

​Decades Old Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit in Supreme Court Monday
VOCM News, February 1, 2020

​Career Academy Bankruptcy Case Back in Court for Two-Day Trial
VOCM News, January 31, 2020

Mischief charge against reporter who covered Muskrat Falls protest will proceed
The Canadian Press- December 18, 2019

Reporter's Charter rights not violated, mischief trial to proceed, judge rules
CBC News- December 17, 2019 
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Lawyer for Justin Brake asks judge to dismiss criminal charge against reporter 
Jacob Barker, CBC News- November 7, 2019

'Don't walk like a victim': Newfoundland and Labrador high school resource included concerning advice for sexual assault prevention according to email
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- November 2, 2019

St. John's Lawyer Geoff Budden joins Dennis Ward to talk about the latest in the case of Justin Brake
APTN National News- September 16, 2019

Reporter Justin Brake mounting charter challenge against Muskrat Falls charges
Jacob Barker, CBC News- September 9, 2019 

Muskrat Falls Inquiry hearings finish in Labrador
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- August 15, 2019

CBC News NL Here & Now- Muskrat Falls Inquiry
CBC News NL, August 12, 2019 (Jump to 5:30 to see clip)

Wrapping up Muskrat Falls inquiry where it began, in Labrador
Jacob Barker, CBC News- August 12, 2019

Concerned Citizens ask Muskrat Falls Inquiry commissioner for North Spur review
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- August 12, 2019

Hindsight vs. Foresight: Muskrat Falls inquiry hears final arguments
Michael Connors, NTV News- August 12, 2019

​Reporter pleads not guilty to charges stemming from Muskrat Falls protest coverage
CBC News- July 29, 2019 ​

Sexual Assault survivors need legal advocates, Lucy DeCoutere tells St. John's Panel
CBC News- July 23, 2019
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Tough questions at Muskrat Falls Inquiry
Gerri Lynn Mackey, NTV News- July 18, 2019

Muskrat Falls Described as a Disaster by Project Reviewer at Inquiry
VOCM News- July 18, 2019

No New Reviews of North Spur: Ball

VOCM News- July 5, 2019

Muskrat Falls Concerned Citizens Coalition probes accuracy of premier's comments on water
​management

Michael Connors, NTV News- July 4, 2019

A bruising day for Ed Martin as premier testifies at Muskrat inquiry 
Terry Roberts, CBC News- July 4, 2019

By The Time Liberals Took Office, Stopping Muskrat No Longer an Option: Ball at Inquiry
VOCM News- July 4, 2o19 

A Nalcor populated with utility experts would never have approved Muskrat, says Marshall 
Terry Roberts, CBC News- July 2, 2019

Nalcor Energy VP tells Muskrat Falls Inquiry that he was 'not happy' with emails about project split
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- June 26, 2019 


'Now , I've had it!': Meet Richard LeBlanc, the family court judge who is investigating Muskrat Falls
Terry Roberts, CBC News- June 22, 2019

CBC News Here & Now- Muskrat Falls Inquiry
CBC News NL- June 14, 2019 (Jump to 11:59 to see clip) 

Ed Martin faces questions about hiring Astaldi and his dismissal from Nalcor
Kelly- Anne Roberts, NTV News- June 14, 2019 

Muskrat Falls project director says he believed $6.2- billion cost was possible
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- June 6, 2019

How Paul Harrington fought to protect the Muskrat team in the Stan Marshall era
Terry Roberts, CBC News- June 6, 2019

Oversight committee members asked about its value at Muskrat Falls Inquiry
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- June 3, 2019

'There was no bullying sir': Muskrat manager denies he contributed to cost overruns
Terry Roberts, CBC News- May 31, 2019

Former top public servant regrets not challenging more on Muskrat costs
Terry Roberts, CBC News- May 30, 2019

Muskrat Falls project team told Nalcor to expect overruns 
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- May 22, 2019

A reckoning for Muskrat Falls
Sarah Cox, The Narwhal- May 16, 2019

Muskrat Falls departures tied to management style
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- May 15, 2019

Consultant testifies at Muskrat Falls Inquiry about obstructions to project review
Ashley Fitzpatrick, The Telegram- May 15, 2019


​Protesting Journalists Covering Protests
Supreme Advocacy- April 3, 2019 
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Landmark Newfoundland ruling defends press freedom and coverage of Indigenous issues
Holly McKenzie-Sutter, The Canadian Press- March 29, 2019


Civil Charges dropped against reporter who covered 2016 Muskrat Falls protest
CBC News- March 28, 2019


Journalist Justin Brake wins appeal of civil case after Muskrat Falls protest 
NTV News- March 28, 2019

Nalcor CFO denies any fraud in Muskrat Falls accounting

Kelly-Anne Roberts, NTV News- March 28, 2019

Court decision a victory for journalists covering Indigenous protests
Kathleen Martens, APTN News- March 28, 2019 
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Decision about liability for decades-ago abuse at Mount Cashel in hands of Appeal Court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- March 22, 2019 (Updated March 23, 2019)

Court hears Mount Cashel appeal
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- March 21, 2019

Province, Eastern Health settled lawsuits in Conception Bay North child abuse case
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- March 8, 2019

At least 26 civil cases of clergy abuse still open in N.L.
CBC News- February 21, 2019

Mount Cashel: After 30 years, the pain still has not gone away
Peter Gullage, CBC News- February 17, 2019

Mount Cashel civil appeal to be heard in March
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- February 13, 2019 (Updated February 14, 2019)

All information related to Astaldi claim will be made public, Muskrat Falls Inquiry rules

Michael Connors, NTV News- January 22, 2019

Commissioner Loses Patience at Muskrat Falls Inquiry
VOCM News- December 12, 2018

Nalcor Finance VP ‘Kept Out of the Loop’, Muskrat falls Inquiry Hears
VOCM News- November 1, 2018

'I am angry inside': Consultant Criticizes Nalcor for not disclosing information
Terry Roberts, CBC News- October 30, 2018

MHI consultant ‘angry inside’ at Nalcor for not disclosing some information
Michael Connors, NTV News- October 30, 2018

Mixed Messages
Pam Frampton, The Telegram- October 27, 2018 (Updated November 1, 2018)

Proper contingencies might have pushed original Muskrat Falls cost estimates over $8 billion, inquiry hears
Michael Connors, NTV News- October 17, 2018

Williams Concludes Testimony at Muskrat Falls Inquiry
VOCM News- October 3, 2018

Man assaulted by Sunday school teacher says Pentecostal Church failed to protect him
Mark Quinn, CBC News - July 10, 2018

'Revenge porn" law will allow people to sue those who share intimate images
Geoff Bartlett, CBC News- April 16, 2018

Civil trial begins in cadet sexual assault case, nearly 50 years after alleged incidents
CBC News- April 2, 2018

N.L. Catholic corporation not liable for Mount Cashel orphanage abuse: judge
Sue Bailey, The Canadian Press- March 20, 2018

Mount Cashel victims lose in N.L. Supreme Court civil trial
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- March 20, 2018

Analysis: How the Mount Cashel civil trial played out in N.L. Supreme Court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - March 20, 2018

Legal Battle On Behalf Of Journalist ‘Far From Over’: Lawyer
VOCM News - March 13, 2018


Criminal charges to proceed against reporter covering Muskrat Falls protests
Jacob Barker, CBC News - March 12, 2018


Residential school survivor uses settlement to pay for protest defence
Bailey White, CBC News- March 4, 2018

Sidewalks should never be out of season
Pam Frampton, The Telegram- January 31, 2018 


Journalist Justin Brake’s case heard in Court of Appeal
Tara Bradbury, The Telegram- December 12, 2017

Challenge the constitutionality of the special ballot voting provisions of the
Elections Act, 1991 (updated)
Click here to view the October 31, 2017 Mitchell v. Jackman ruling

St. John's man beats city hall in court after his dying father's gift was towed
Rosie Mullaley, The Telegram- October 20, 2017

Special ballot ruling appealed as N.L. House of Assembly special sitting looms
James McLeod, The Telegram- October 13, 2017 (Updated October 14, 2017)

United Church concludes sex abuse civil case in Newfoundland
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - October 4, 2017

Judge strikes down part of N.L. election law as unconstitutional
James MacLeod, The Telegram - September 7, 2017

Supreme Court ruling on NL special ballots could change future election rules
Sarah Smellie, CBC News - September 6, 2017

Sexually assaulted cadet needlessly traumatized in court, lawyer says
Mark Quinn, CBC News - May 15, 2017

St. John's lawyer wants Ottawa to accept responsibility for sexual offender cadet leaders
Glen Payette, CBC News - May 4, 2017

Problems with Anonymity Highlighted in Lead-Up To Charter Anniversary
VOCM News- April 16, 2017

Dunphy's Death Created 'Chilling Effect' on Social Media Users: Lawyer 
VOCM News- March 10, 2017

Don Dunphy's death puts "chill" on social media, says lawyer at inquiry into police shooting
Mark Quinn, CBC News- March 9, 2017

Protesters demand firing of N.L. police officer acquitted of sex assault 
Sue Bailey, Canadian Press with CTV News- February 27, 2017

'Consent is a very complex issue': Lawyer looks at Snelgrove sexual assault trial 
Meghan McCabe, CBC NL- February 25, 2017


Brake Appears in Court for Involvement at Muskrat Falls Occupation
VOCM News - February 15, 2017

​Ray Stacey not guilty
The Telegram - December 19, 2016

Closing arguments being heard in Mount Cashel civil trial
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- December 14, 2016

3 Labrador West women sue suspended MD and local health authority
Chris O'Neill-Yates, CBC News- December 6, 2016

Mount Cashel victims wait for justice as case heads back to court in December 
Chris O'Neill-Yates, CBC News- November 22, 2016

Court awards largest settlement from Mount Cashel scandal
Leila Beaudoin, NTV News- November 16, 2016

Government Reaches $750,000 Settlement With Former Mount Cashel Resident
VOCM News - November 16, 2016

Government settles with Mount Cashel resident from the 1970s
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- November 16, 2016

N.L. settles Mount Cashel abuse claim for $750K
Rob Antle, CBC NL- November 16, 2016

Journalist who entered Muskrat Falls with protesters to argue injunction
Canadian Press- November 2, 2016

Court kept in the dark about role Justin Brake played during Muskrat Falls occupation
Trina Roache, APTN National News- November 2, 2016

Woman assaulted by Sofyan Boalag suing province
Sue Bailey, Canadian Press (Via CBC News)- September 19, 2016

Survivor of St. John's sexual assault suing police and province for failing to warn public a predator was lurking 
National Post- September 18, 2016

'Why didn't I know'- Serial rapist's victim says police should have warned women; sues province
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- August 9, 2016

Crown seeks long-term offender status for rapist Sofyan Boalag 
CBC NL- August 9, 2016

Testimony done in Mount Cashel civil trial
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- June 30, 2016

Mount Cashel was worst case scenario for boys: Expert
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- June 22, 2016

He was really in another mental state
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- June 8, 2016 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Victims argue Catholic church officials liable for abuse at Mount Cashel orphanage in Newfoundland
The Canadian Press- June 5, 2016

Predators and Prey: Canada's military cadets and the sex misconduct problem few talk about

Douglas Quan, The National Post- May 24, 2016

A summary of the Mount Cashel civil trial so far
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 25, 2016

Confession sacred but other options to act on abuse: witness
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 20, 2016

Court will hear one voice from Hughes Inquiry
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 19, 2016

Expert witness at Mount Cashel civil trial up in the air
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 19, 2016

Archbishop’s role includes safeguarding people in diocese: canon law expert
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 19, 2016

Mount Cashel, and the redemptive power of pulling stories from the darkness
Philip Lee, CBC News - April 18, 2016

Christian Brothers left out of orphanage policy discussions: lawyers
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 15, 2016

Pattern of Brothers seeking church permission for fundraising: lawyer
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 15, 2016

Archdiocese had no official role at Mount Cashel: witness
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 14, 2016

Man tells Mount Cashel civil trial he was sexually stalked at orphanage
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 13, 2016

Church opposes playing Mount Cashel inquiry tapes in court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 12, 2016

Hughes Inquiry tapes at issue in Mount Cashel civil trial
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 12, 2016

‘Sense of powerlessness’ at orphanage
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 12, 2016

Boys forced into pool to bathe: Mount Cashel civil trial witness
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 11, 2016

Man says he told priest in confession of sexual incidents
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 8, 2016

Abuse fuelled alcoholism, court told
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 7, 2016

Brothers made rounds of boys in bunks
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 6, 2016

Former orphanage resident testifies of terrifying shower beating
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 6, 2016

No time to say goodbye
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 5, 2016

Former Mount Cashel orphanage resident tested on memories
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 5, 2016

‘Who were you going to tell?’
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 4, 2016 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Mount Cashel civil trial starts
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - April 4, 2016 (Updated September 30, 2017) 
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Mount Cashel back in spotlight 
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - March 23, 2016 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Ex-cadet sues over alleged sexual abuse in N.S. in 1970s
CBC News - January 7, 2016
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Province expected to accept some responsibility in child abuse case
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - September 17, 2015 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Shocking child abuse case in civil court
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - August 31, 2015 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Mount Cashel victims clear another legal hurdle
CBC News - June 15, 2015

Exclusive: Mount Cashel civil case moves closer to trial
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - June 12, 2015 (Updated September 30, 2017)

Preliminary inquiry begins in case of Her Majesty's Penitentiary riot
CBC News - January 15, 2015 (updated February 5, 2015)

Sex abuse by ministers led to suicide attempts: civil claim
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- November 22, 2014

Investigation into doctor's activities concluded too soon: lawyer
Barb Sweet, The Telegram- November 8, 2014

Potential lawsuit names former minister, United Church in sex-abuse claims
Barb Sweet, The Telegram - November 6, 2014 (Updated September 30, 2017)

​Mount Cashel suits continue in the courts
Michael Swan, The Catholic Register - March 17, 2014

Provincial government being sued in child abuse case
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CBC News - October 03, 2013

Lawyers flustered by delays in Myles-Leger case
Rosie Mullaley, The Telegram - June 13, 2013

Mount Cashel orphanage survivors reach settlement worth more than $16.5 million
The Canadian Press - May 23, 2013

Christian Brothers file for bankruptcy
Daniel MacEachern, The Telegram- March 10, 2012

Vatican Letter No Surprise
Steve Bartlett, The Telegram- January 20, 2011

Survivor calls for inquiry in Mount Cashel abuse scandal
Richard Foot, The National Post - May 25, 2009


Victims sue over rogues’ gallery of child molesters - unsupervised teachers, social worker, abused dozens of victims
Jim Bell, Nunatsiaq Online - October 10, 2008
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