The family of the young child who tragically passed away following a car crashing into a daycare in Richmond Hill recently held a public memorial service. During the service, they emphasized the need for accountability regarding the incident and called for enhanced public safety measures at child-care facilities across Ontario.
The memorial for Liam Riazati commenced at 10 a.m. in Richmond Hill, according to a statement from a family representative. The family spokesperson stressed the importance of using Liam’s story to drive positive change in the community.
Describing Liam as a vibrant and loving child who brought joy to everyone around him, the family emphasized his fondness for balloons, balls, flowers, and teddy bears. They highlighted the need for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Liam’s passing, stricter safety protocols at childcare centers, and increased public awareness to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Expressing profound grief over their loss, the family urged for transparent inquiries into the accident, stricter safety standards at daycare facilities, and educational campaigns to prevent similar incidents. They emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of children during drop-off and called for measures to prevent such heartbreaking events from recurring.
During the memorial, Liam’s mother, Behnoosh Nori, shared a heartfelt letter expressing the profound impact of losing her son. She reminisced about the joyful moments spent with Liam and highlighted the pain of his absence since the accident, emphasizing the need for immediate action to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Liam’s aunt, Mina Riazati, stressed the importance of implementing effective safety measures at daycare centers, criticizing the current lack of protection for children in commercial plaza settings. She called on authorities to take concrete steps rather than mere discussion to safeguard children in daycare environments and prevent future tragedies.
In response to the incident, a man in his 70s has been charged in connection with the crash, facing charges of dangerous operation causing death and bodily harm. Following the collision at First Roots Early Education Academy, which resulted in the tragic loss of Liam, several children and adults were hospitalized with injuries.
Education Minister Paul Calandra has proposed new regulations aimed at enhancing safety at child-care facilities, including restrictions on parking spaces near entryways and classroom windows. These proposed changes are intended to prevent similar accidents and protect children in daycare settings.
