CANADA
The Chronicle-Herald
The former executive director of Talbot House says that while he is “pleased and relieved” that allegations against him have been resolved, he is taking personal time for recovery.
In a statement released Tuesday, Father Paul Abbass said he is thankful for the support he received during what he called “an intensely difficult and challenging period.”
Allegations of inappropriate behaviour with residents of Talbot House surfaced several months ago. A police investigation concluded there was no basis to pursue the matter.
Talbot House was later the subject of an organizational review by the province, and since then, the facility has closed. Abbass expressed disappointment with the way the review was conducted and sadness about the closure.
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