The EMDC Class Proceeding

Inmates of the Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre (EMDC) have launched a class action lawsuit against the Ontario Government.

The Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre is a regional correctional facility located on Exeter Road in London, Ontario. It has been the subject of numerous news reports dealing with violence and overcrowded conditions. There have been a number of reported deaths at Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre in the recent past including at least two by homicide.  Assaults on inmates are a regular occurrence.

  • If you were incarcerated between January 1, 2010 – May 18, 2017, click here for more information.
  • If you were incarcerated between May 18, 2017 – November 10, 2021, click here for more information.

For further information please contact:

emdc@mckenzielake.com

Kevin Egan or Matthew Baer at 1-844-672-5666.