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Metal Concert at Ottawa Hospital Moves Patient to Tears

8/1/2026

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Bruyère Health in Ottawa hosted a metal concert by The Scepter for Tim Berry on July 21, 2026.
Chaplain Roshene Lawson called Dominion Tavern owner Scott McClinton, who quickly recruited the band.
The Scepter performed in a board room with donated sound, lighting and a colorful light show.
Staff painted Berry’s nails black and dressed him in a metal shirt.
The concert moved Berry to tears and prompted nurses to hug chaplain Lawson.

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Story summary

Bruyère Health in Ottawa hosted a metal concert by The Scepter for Tim Berry on July 21, 2026.
Chaplain Roshene Lawson called Dominion Tavern owner Scott McClinton, who quickly recruited the band.
The Scepter performed in a board room with donated sound, lighting and a colorful light show.
Staff painted Berry’s nails black and dressed him in a metal shirt.
The concert moved Berry to tears and prompted nurses to hug chaplain Lawson.