Twenty Years After Tragedy, Hope Endures | Montreal News

Twenty years after a devastating shooting at Dawson College that claimed the life of 18-year-old Anastasia De Sousa and wounded 19 others, survivors, family, and the community gathered in the Peace Garden to honor the tragedy—and the resilience it forged. One survivor, still haunted by the trauma of being shot at age 17, found renewed purpose in spreading Anastasia’s vibrant spirit. Another survivor turned grief into activism, pushing for stricter gun laws as a personal mission. Anastasia’s mother planted flowers and shared memories, underscoring that the fight for change is far from over—this anniversary remains a stark, urgent reminder of lives lost and work still ahead. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3fb13dc5a233e1e6