In a heart-wrenching tragedy, the family of 17-month-old Liam Riazati is grieving the loss of their beloved toddler, who brought joy and laughter into their lives. The young boy’s untimely death has sparked a call for justice and accountability, following a devastating accident at his daycare.

Liam was attending the First Roots Early Education Academy in Richmond Hill, Ontario, when a vehicle crashed through the front window, striking him and several others. The incident on Wednesday left Liam fatally injured, while another child and multiple adults were hurt, with seven children and three staff members hospitalized.

During a touching memorial and funeral service, held on Sunday, Liam's mother expressed her profound sorrow. Reading a letter to her son in Persian, she reflected on the blissful moments they shared. "We were waiting so long for our angel to arrive in our lives. I won’t forget those beautiful days of happiness,” she shared, her voice heavy with grief. “Just 17 months we lived and loved, and now it feels like everything has ended.”

Liam’s aunt, Mina Riazati, conveyed the family’s disbelief at the tragedy. "It’s hard to comprehend that we are gathered here today for his funeral. He was just a baby — innocent and full of life," she lamented. "He was everything to our family."

Authorities have charged a 70-year-old man with dangerous operation of a vehicle causing death and bodily harm, although police have stated they do not believe this was intentional.

In response to the incident, the Ford government has pledged to review safety regulations around child care centers. Education Minister Paul Calandra announced plans to revise parking rules to enhance the safety of children and staff. He emphasized the need to take immediate actions and suggested reviewing regulations regarding the design of daycare facilities.

Mina Riazati has called for swift legislative changes to prevent future tragedies, stating, "We shouldn’t have to lose children for the laws to change. The safety measures should have been in place from the beginning." She also criticized the design of daycares, pointing out that large glass windows and inadequate barriers are unacceptable.

Richmond Hill Mayor David West attended the funeral and acknowledged the widespread sorrow in the community. He affirmed the need for change, indicating that he would monitor the province's discussions closely regarding safety reforms.

The Riazati family has made it clear that they want their pain to inspire legislative action to protect children and those who care for them. "Right now, daycares are not safe," Mina insisted. "We must ensure no other family has to experience this heartache."