On anniversary of Prince Albert landlord shooting, family members renew call for changes

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Jim Primeau had two sons who he cared for deeply. (Image Credit: Submitted photo.)

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Jim’s case grabbed provincial attention and shone a spotlight on the issues and challenges landlords face when evicting problem tenants. In Jim’s case he had spent months trying to evict a woman who did not pay rent. There was also drugs left in the suite, and suspected gang activity.

Without going into detail, or saying what specific changes she is seeking, Heather confirmed she is in talks with provincial authorities. She said that since the shooting, other landlords have contacted her to share their own horror stories. 

“The landlords are saying we don’t have enough rights and we aren’t going to do it anymore. And these are people who have done it for a long time. I’m not talking about the slumlords, I’m talking about regular caring people like Jim,” Heather said. 

Going forward, she said she and her sisters are going to make sure Jim’s name is never forgotten. 

“You will see us at different events, and not just keeping his story out, but also talking about the issues and trying to make some changes.” 

Jim was reportedly shot and later found in the backyard area. (Image Credit: Nigel Maxwell/ paNOW Staff)

On Thursday, paNOW attempted to contact both the provincial government and the landlords’ association for comment on what changes, if any, have been enacted or discussed. However, by deadline, it had not received a response. 

At the time of the shooting incident, a spokesperson for Rental Housing Saskatchewan said the incident highlights the importance of reviewing existing safety protocols and the enhanced need for security across the province.

Preston Bird, the man alleged responsible for the death of Jim Primeau, and who is believed to be friends with the former tenant, has a pre-trial conference scheduled for June 26 at Court of King’s Bench in Prince Albert. 

nigel.maxwell@pattisonmedia.com

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