Bio

Michael Peter Slobodian was born in 1959. He grew up in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Growing up in a suburban area, he was like many other kids his age. His early life included attending school and spending time with friends. However, as he entered his teenage years, he began to face challenges that affected his life.

Michael attended Brampton Centennial Secondary School. It was here that he would experience significant life events. During this time, he struggled with feelings of anger and frustration. He felt disconnected from those around him and this growing isolation had a lasting impact on him.

In his school environment, he did have some connections. At least one of his classmates considered him a friend. Yet, he still faced difficulties in forming close relationships with his peers. This sense of loneliness and frustration continued to build as he navigated the challenges of adolescence.

Tragedy struck on May 28, 1975. Michael, only 16 years old, made a fateful decision that would change everything. That day, he took a firearm to school and began a tragic event that led to a devastating loss of life. After this event, the community and the country reacted strongly, especially regarding gun laws and safety in schools.

Murder Story

On May 28, 1975, Michael Slobodian, a 16-year-old student, committed a school shooting at Brampton Centennial Secondary School in Ontario, Canada. He began his attack by opening fire in the boy's washroom. During this incident, he killed a fellow classmate, John Slinger, who was 17 years old. After that, he moved to the art classroom where he shot his English teacher, Margaret Wright, who was 25.

In total, Slobodian wounded 13 other students during the shooting. After the attack, he took his own life in one of the hallways of the school. This tragic event was significant as it was the first school shooting in Canada, and it led to changes in the country's gun laws.

At the time of the shooting, the Ontario Premier, William Davis, had a daughter, Cathy, who was also a student at the school but was not injured. The incident had a lasting impact on the community and sparked debates about gun control across Canada.