MONTREAL --
A lawyer representing one of Quebec's most infamous long-term care facilities filed a motion on Monday to postpone the portion of a coroner's inquiry into COVID-19 deaths dealing with the CHSLD Herron.
The Herron became infamous during the first wave of the pandemic after dozens of residents died and reports emerged of negligent conditions. The request for a delay was greeted with dismay by a lawyer representing families of the deceased.
“The families that I represent have been waiting for answers for a year,” said Patrick Martin-Menard.
The coroner's inquiry was announced in June and was set to begin on Monday morning, starting with three days dedicated to the Herron. In total, 47 people died in the facility.