Source: Jason Warick, CBC News, April 3, 2019 April 6 marks one year since crash that left 16 dead and 13 injured Since the Humboldt Broncos crash nearly one year ago, families of victims have forced changes to the trucking industry, organ donation and many other areas. “It’s encouraging a lot has been done. It’s… Continue reading Amid grief, how Humboldt Broncos families are fighting to change trucking, intersections, organ donation
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Head coach Scott Barney to lead rebuilt Humboldt Broncos for next 3 seasons
Source: Thomas Piller, Global News, April 1, 2019 The Humboldt Broncos have signed head coach and general manager Scott Barney, 40, to a three-year contract. The Ontario native completed a 19-year professional hockey career, including 27 games in the NHL, before being hired as Humboldt’s assistant coach at the start of the 2018-19 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) season.… Continue reading Head coach Scott Barney to lead rebuilt Humboldt Broncos for next 3 seasons
‘Down on my knees:’ Grief and sadness an obstacle for many after Broncos crash
Source: The Canadian Press, April 1, 2019 Kevin Matechuk of Colonsay, Sask., wasn’t prepared for the emotions that hit him when he visited the site of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. His son, Layne, who is 19 now, had been in a coma and was learning to talk and walk again due to a severe… Continue reading ‘Down on my knees:’ Grief and sadness an obstacle for many after Broncos crash
Truck driver in Humboldt Broncos bus crash to be sentenced — could face 10 years in prison
Source: Ryan Kessler, Global News, March 22, 2019 The semi-truck driver who caused the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, is scheduled to be sentenced in Melfort, Sask., on Friday. Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, of Calgary, pleaded guilty to 16 counts of dangerous driving causing death and 13 counts of dangerous driving causing bodily harm earlier this year. The collision… Continue reading Truck driver in Humboldt Broncos bus crash to be sentenced — could face 10 years in prison
‘It has to send a message:’ Broncos families await sentencing for truck driver
Source: Bill Graveland, The Canadian Press, March 21, 2019 Kevin Matechuk says he will never, never forgive the semi driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash. Matechuk’s 19-year-old son Layne of Colonsay, Sask., is still coping with a brain injury he suffered in the collision last April. The young man’s recovery is expected… Continue reading ‘It has to send a message:’ Broncos families await sentencing for truck driver
Foundation raises $4.2M for Humboldt Broncos families, community
Source: The Canadian Press, March 13, 2019 A community foundation created in response to the Humboldt Broncos bus crash last April has raised $4.2 million. The HumboldtStrong Community Foundation took over fundraising responsibilities after a GoFundMecampaign for crash victims raised more than $15 million in a week. Chairman Darrin Duell said the foundation has doled out much of the additional… Continue reading Foundation raises $4.2M for Humboldt Broncos families, community
Rebuilt Humboldt Broncos make playoffs after devastating bus crash
Source: Colette Derworiz, The Canadian Press, March 7, 2019 The rebuilt Humboldt Broncos hockey team is heading to the playoffs. The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) team was devastated after its bus and a transport truck collided at a rural intersection almost a year ago. Sixteen people — including 10 players — were killed and 13 players were injured.… Continue reading Rebuilt Humboldt Broncos make playoffs after devastating bus crash
Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor Morgan Gobeil released from hospital
Source: Thomas Piller, Global News, March 4, 2019 The family of Morgan Gobeil, who was injured in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, said on March 4 he is being released from hospital. The Humboldt-born defenceman was in his first full Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season when the team’s bus collided with a semi-truck on April 6, 2018, en route… Continue reading Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor Morgan Gobeil released from hospital
Coroner’s report into Humboldt crash focuses on ID mix-up, transportation safety
Source: Bridget Yard, CBC News, February 25, 2019 Document recommends plans for mass casualty identification, truck driver training and seat belts on buses. The Saskatchewan Coroners Service has completed its investigation into the Humboldt Broncos collision. It released six recommendations and announced that no inquest will be held. The April 6, 2018 crash between the Humboldt Broncos team bus and a semi… Continue reading Coroner’s report into Humboldt crash focuses on ID mix-up, transportation safety
‘I forgive you’: Widow of Humboldt Broncos coach shows mercy to driver of deadly semi
Source: Jason Warick, CBC News, January 29, 2019 Sentencing hearing continues for Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, who pleaded guilty in deaths of 16 people The widow of beloved Humboldt Broncos coach Darcy Haugan was the first person to give a victim impact statement Tuesday at the sentencing hearing for Jaskirat Singh Sidhu in Melfort, Sask. “I… Continue reading ‘I forgive you’: Widow of Humboldt Broncos coach shows mercy to driver of deadly semi