The family of a man who died following a physical altercation with security at Saskatoon’s Royal University Hospital (RUH) has broken their silence, identifying him as Trevor Dubois. A social worker and graduate student, Dubois was at the hospital undergoing treatment for a recent cancer diagnosis when the fatal incident occurred on January 9, 2026.
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- The Struggle: Security was summoned to Dubois’s room following a reported “safety concern.” A physical altercation ensued, during which Dubois became unresponsive.
- The Outcome: Despite immediate medical intervention by hospital staff, he was pronounced dead shortly after.
- Status: The death is currently being investigated by the Major Crimes Unit and the provincial Coroner’s Office.
“A Life of Service”: Who was Trevor Dubois?
- Academic Pursuits: He held a degree from the First Nations University of Canada and was actively pursuing his Master’s degree.
- Health Battle: His family revealed he had been diagnosed with brain cancer only a month prior and was currently undergoing chemotherapy at RUH.
- Reputation: Friends describe him as a “gentle soul” with a deep passion for helping others, making the violent nature of his final moments even more distressing for loved ones.
Calls for Accountability
The family is being supported by the Saskatoon Tribal Council (STC). Together, they are raising serious questions regarding the use of force within medical facilities:
- De-escalation: The family is questioning why security measures escalated to a point of fatality for a patient weakened by chemotherapy.
- Critical Review: The SHA has designated this as a “Critical Incident,” meaning a formal investigation will look into systemic failures or breaches in protocol.
“He was there to get better, to fight for his life against cancer. We need to know how a place of healing became a place where his life ended.” — Statement summary from family representatives.
