G. Campbell

The Ontario Review Board held a hearing to review the disposition of the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for second-degree murder.

The hospital had transferred the accused to a more secure unit with a loss of privileges due to illicit substance use.

The Board found that the accused continues to represent a significant threat to the safety of the public due to his schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and recent concerning behaviours.

The Board ordered the continuation of the Detention Order but allowed a 50km community radius to facilitate employment.

The Board also confirmed that the initial and ongoing restriction of the accused's liberties was necessary and appropriate.

The Ontario Review Board conducted an annual review of the accused, who was previously found not criminally responsible for murder due to schizophrenia.

The hospital and the Attorney General submitted that the accused continues to pose a significant threat to public safety, citing recent substance use, rule violations, and drug-seeking behaviour, though noting recent improvements in cooperation.

The Board found that the accused remains a significant threat to public safety and ordered his continued detention at the hospital, while approving the hospital's recommendation for a graduated increase in community access privileges.