The shattering events that started a year ago in Portapique had repercussions far beyond the small Nova Scotia community. A lot has happened since then, whether it be related to gun laws, police regulations or the investigation into what, exactly, happened during those two chaotic days. Here’s a summary of the last 12 months of actions and reactions relating to the shootings of April 18 and 19, 2020.
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This article appears in Apr 1-30, 2021.
