A CBC investigation in 2018 and subsequent podcast The Band Played On uncovered more than 50 victims and unravelled mysteries behind years of allegations. It led to more victims coming forward, including Hilkes, and more prison time for Clarke, who served about 18 months in a federal institution.
Clarke s ex-wife, and several doctors and nurses who were involved in his treatment at the Royal in the 1970s, are also named as defendants in the six lawsuits. I believe that the hospital knew what was happening. The school board knew.. They need to step up, be accountable, said Hilkes. All of this could have been handled if someone had the courage to come forward.