44-year-old James Urbaniak, who killed his wife in 2009, granted full parole after 14 years.

44-year-old James Urbaniak, who killed his wife Jessica Martel in 2009, was granted full parole 14 years into his life sentence for second-degree murder. Urbaniak participated in counselling, Indigenous cultural involvement, and societal reintegration programs, and held a full-time job. Despite concerns about his past behavior, he is required to adhere to parole conditions including attending counselling, reporting relationships, and avoiding contact with Martel's family or consuming drugs/alcohol.

August 23, 2024
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