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[Part 1 of 2] The comprehensive story of 18-year-old Kimberly Proctor, and the two classmates she thought were her friends.

This series examines a number of issues related to the dynamics of teenage relationships in the online era, and utilizes case files released by police, news archives, and relevant studies, statistics and scholarly articles. Our goal is to highlight common manipulation tactics employed by abusive people, the pitfalls of navigating consent, boundaries and rejection, mental health, nature vs nurture and more. This case is closely related to our previous episode, Cherish.

Additional content warning: this series includes graphic and distressing details of a murder and sexual assault, and brief mention of sexual assault against a child and cruelty to animals. 

Please respect the privacy of those involved in this case.

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This month, Canadian True Crime has donated in Kimberly’s memory to BC SPCA Wild Arc, the wildlife rescue organization she planned to start volunteering with.

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The case of a beloved 16-year-old girl who didn't return home one night—and the many questionable decisions made by authorities that could have inadvertently saved her life.

The intention of this episode is to highlight how cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls are often treated differently at every stage of the criminal justice process, as per Reclaiming Power and Place, the final report of the National Inquiry into #MMIWG.

Additional content warning: this episode is about the murder and possible sexual assault of an underage girl.

This month, Canadian True Crime has donated to Justice for Girls Outreach Society

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See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes 

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Today we're pleased to share with you the first episode of Pretendians - a riveting new podcast series that looks at some of the most prominent and successful Indigenous artists, leaders and professors who all have something in common: they aren’t Indigenous.

There are hundreds of cases of Indigenous identity fraud that we know about, and likely thousands that we do not.

So why do these so-called “pretendians” do it? How do they pull it off? And what happens when they are exposed? 

In each episode of Pretendians, co-hosts Robert Jago (Kwantlen First Nation and Nooksack Indian Tribe) and Angel Ellis (Muscogee (Creek) Nation) reveal unbelievable stories of audacious fraudsters and investigate the complex phenomenon of Indigenous identity theft.

We hope you enjoy this episode, and we'll see you soon!

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They've been called bizarre by some, amusing by others, and downright terrifying by those involved... but one thing these cases all have in common is that they're all true. 

In this episode, we unravel the facts and fallout from each case, proving that reality can indeed be stranger than fiction.

This month, Canadian True Crime has donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

June 2-5 Podcast Power Up Summit (Radio Days North America)  | TORONTO, ONTARIO

→ Kristi’s session: "Getting your Indie Podcast Signed", June 2 @ 1:40 p.m.

June 7–9 Motive Crime & Mystery Festival  | TORONTO, ONTARIO

→ Kristi's session: “Through the Mirror Darkly: Why we love True Crime”, June 8 @ 6:30 p.m.

July 12-14 True Crime & Paranormal Podcast Festival  | DENVER, COLORADO

→ See Kristi at Podcast Row with all the other registered podcasts

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NORTHWESTERN BRITISH COLUMBIA

[Part 2 of 2 ] The story of Sheslay Free Mike ends in a harrowing stand-off—and a great tragedy.

Special thanks to Garry Rodgers, Bob Buday, and Ed Hill.

Voice of Michael Oros: Craig Baird of Canadian History EHX podcast

This month, Canadian True Crime has donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime.

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Sheslay Free Mike terrorized the north for more than a decade. His real name was Michael Oros, and he's been remembered as a legend of the north, the other “mad trapper”, a folk hero… and a cold-blooded killer. But there's much more to this story than meets the eye...

This two-part series takes a look back at a well-known, historic case that was sensationalized through headlines, to show that behind it was a real, human story.

Special thanks to Garry Rodgers, Bob Buday, and Ed Hill, and to Craig Baird of Canadian History EhX for voiceover of the Oros diaries.

Release schedule:

Part 2 will be released to all on Monday April 22. Listen ad-free and early on our premium feeds.

Additional Content Warning:

This series includes brief mentions of the death of an animal.

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See the page for this series at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes/155

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Additional content warning: This case is about the death of a baby, and there is mention of domestic violence and animal abuse. Please take care when listening.

After the disappearance of a baby in Windsor in 1990, lurid headlines on both sides of the Detroit River quickly turned the baby’s teen parents into sordid celebrities.

The intention of this episode is to take a look back at a shocking crime sensationalized through headlines, how it captured public attention and inspired vigilante justice. It also reveals the stark differences between Canadian and American news coverage that played a pivotal role in the way this crime—and the stories about this crime—played out.

To see news clippings and photos from this case, follow Canadian True Crime on Facebook or Instagram.

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Canadian True Crime has donated to the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society

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EDMONTON, ALBERTA

After the body of a blonde-haired woman is found in an icy ditch by the side of the road, it proves difficult to get to the bottom of what happened to her - and who was ultimately responsible.

The intention of this episode is to shine a light on the inner workings of our criminal justice system in the context of the “open court principle”—which assumes that public confidence in the integrity of the court system and administration of justice is fostered by openness and full publicity.

Podcast Recommendation

The Place That Thaws from APTN News

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A brand new Canadian podcast from APTN News, The Place That Thaws offers a rare opportunity to discover the untold stories of resilience and adaptation in the High Arctic.

Reporter Danielle Paradis and Iqaluit video journalist Trevor Wright travelled to some of Canada's most northern communities last October to speak to the locals. Through intimate interviews and immersive storytelling, they bring you the voices of those on the front lines of environmental upheaval.

The Place That Thaws is a six-part series that goes beyond the headlines, offering a nuanced exploration of how communities are confronting the challenges of a warming world.

Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favourite podcast player and embark on an expedition through the frozen landscapes and resilient spirits of the High Arctic.

Read more and see stunning photos from their trip: www.aptnnews.ca/theplacethatthaws

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] THE PAROLE HEARING: In September 2023, Richard Charles Joyce's first ever parole hearing was held. Not only was it deeply revealing, but new pieces of information also came to light that shocked the victims and survivors—and has resulted in several formal complaints.

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe, “Catherine” (mother of survivor “Annie”), and Robert Rouleau.

This two-part series is closely connected to the previous episode titled The Nozzles Gas Bar Murder.

More information

• Staff Sergeant Melanie Jefferies, Kingston Police – 2023 Award Winner
• Richard Charles Joyce denied parole in first-ever Canadian long-distance hearing - The Kingstonist
• Canadian True Crime Podcast examines heinous crimes of Kingston's Richard Charles Joyce - The Kingstonist
• Photos and news clippings will be available at our Facebook and Instagram pages

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to The Children’s Treatment Center in Cornwall, Ontario, who for more than two decades has been providing high-quality counselling services to sexually or physically abused children and their families.

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[ Part 1 of 2 ] “I have learned that secrets keep you sick, and this secret has kept me sick for 21 years.” - Kerri Kehoe

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Additional content warning: this series is about three separate but connected cases of historic child abduction and sexual assault—and it includes some graphic details that will be difficult and distressing to hear. Please see timestamps below to help you navigate the episode. This two-part series is closely connected to the previous episode titled The Nozzles Gas Bar Murder.

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When Kerri Kehoe was 11 years old she was abducted by child sexual predator. No one noticed she was missing and she decided to keep it that way. But Kerri remained haunted by what happened to her—and she would later learn that she wasn’t the only one.

Trigger Warnings - approximate timestamps:

• 4:30 to 11:50     Abduction of Kerri

— AD BREAK - Allow a few extra minutes —

• 20:40 to 23:45  Abduction of “Jane”
• 30:00 to 35:45  Abduction of “Annie”

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe, “Catherine” (mother of survivor “Annie”), and Robert Rouleau.

More information

• Survivor speaks against parole for serial child kidnapping rapist and murder, Richard Joyce - Kingstonist

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to The Children’s Treatment Center in Cornwall, Ontario, who for more than two decades has been providing high-quality counselling services to sexually or physically abused children and their families.

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Yvonne Rouleau was a 34-year old wife and mother who operated a successful gas bar at the busiest intersection in Kingston. She and her husband Paul were working hard to make their dreams come—until it all came crashing down one Monday morning in 1991.

* This episode is not part of a series - it's one of a cluster of four separate cases connected by a single thread. We’ll be exploring these other cases in a future episode.

Special thanks to Kerri Kehoe and Robert Rouleau.

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[Part 2 of 2] After picking up his pregnant wife from Saskatoon train station, Sergeant John Wilson drives them north to their new home. They just have one stop to make on the way to take care of some "police business"...

Additional content warning: Brief details of an attempted suicide at approx. timestamp 29:00 to 30:30. Please take care when listening.

More info:

• The Secret Lives of Sgt. John Wilson by Lois Simmie
• Books by Toronto True Crime Author - Nate Hendley 
• Scottish voice actor - Paul Warren 

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Women’s Shelters Canada, an organization that supports over 600 shelters across the country for women and children fleeing violence. You can find a shelter near you by going to sheltersafe dot ca.

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[Part 1 of 2] The twisted story of Sergeant John Wilson: a mountie at the centre of a sordid love triangle that played out as World War I raged on. 

Put together from an archive of hundreds of real love letters, forged letters and police and court memos, this gripping, action-packed miniseries offers a vivid snapshot of Canada at a pivotal moment in history.

Part 2 available now ad-free on CTC Premium feeds - Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast.

Available to all December 20.

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Women’s Shelters Canada, an organization that supports over 600 shelters across the country for women and children fleeing violence. You can find a shelter near you by going to sheltersafe dot ca.

Credits:

Voice actor - Sgt John Wilson: Paul Warren

Voice actor - Elizabeth Craig and John’s “sister”: Jesse Hawke

Police memos and news articles: AI voices

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Original concept, research: Danielle Paradis

Additional research, writing, development: Nate Hendley

Additional research, writing, sound design, narration: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: Nico from the Inky Pawprint

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke from the Inky Pawprint

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 2 of 2] Continuing our look back at cases we've covered that have had major updates or have attracted notable feedback.

Approximate timestamps:

• 1:20 - Jacob Hoggard Trial
• 10:30 - The Brentwood Five (Matthew de Grood)
• 20:15 - Dellen Millard, Mark Smich and other criminals serving consecutive life sentences
• 29:00 - The Giant Mine Murders - 30th Anniversary
• 32:30 - The Renfrew County Massacre - Inquiry update
• 35:30 - The Survival of Zach Miller
• 38:20 - Feedback around using AI Voices in episodes
• 41:10 - Albert Johnson Walker (the murder of Ronald Platt)
• 45:00 - Paul Bernardo’s recent parole controversy and the aftermath

More info:

• GIVEAWAY: Lay Them To Rest by Laurah Norton - it's easy to enter for the chance to win one of five hardcover copies. Deadline November 30. See link above for T&Cs.
• PODCAST RECOMMENDATION: Giant - Murder Underground, a seven-part series looking back on the Giant Mine Murders.

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[Part 1 of 2] In this two-part series, we report back on cases that have had major updates or have attracted notable feedback over this past year. Kristi will also be addressing some of the most common comments and feedback received.

Part 2 is available ad-free now on CTC premium feeds: Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast

Available to all in one week - November 21.

Approximate timestamps

4:00 - Disappearance of Madison Scott

8:00 - Saskatoon Freezing Deaths - Darrel Night

10:40 - The Brampton High School Shootings

15:00 - Legacy Christian Academy Scandal

19:00 - Kelly Favro’s Story (Publication Bans)

33:00 - Opioid Crisis Feedback

41:00 - Lush & Whiteway Families (Newfoundland Car Crash)

47:00 - January Lapuz Feedback

1:03:00 - Responding to more generic feedback

More info:

• PODCAST: Crackdown is an awardwinning and highly-regarded Canadian podcast led by and about people who use drugs, and their stories.
• JANUARY LAPUZ: follow Florence Ashley www.florenceashley.com and X/Twitter. See the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes for all the sources quoted.
• LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY: More detail on the class action lawsuit here, and you can donate to support the ex-students here
• BOOK GIVEAWAY: Lay Them To Rest by Laurah Norton - it's easy to enter for the chance to win one of five hardcover copies. Deadline November 30. See link above for T&Cs.

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Additional content warning: this episode includes mention of intimate partner violence, suicidal ideation, and grooming and sexual assault of an underage person. No graphic details will be given. Please take care when listening.

A doctor repeatedly and intentionally betrays his oath to do no harm, setting off a chain reaction that escalates to murder. 

More info:

• Fatal Prescription: A Doctor Without Remorse, written by John Griffiths & Shelly Charalambus
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Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime, who offer support, research and education to survivors, victims and their families.

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Special ad-free presentation to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the murder of Beverley Rowbotham, a wife and mother of two young boys.

About three years ago, Canadian True Crime released an episode about Beverley’s case, and earlier this year we were contacted by members of her family who wanted to discuss the case.

We’ve kept in contact and at their suggestion, we’re republishing the episode ad-free today, re-mastered and slightly updated, to keep Beverley's memory fresh and make sure she isn't forgotten.

To be continued....

See photos: Bev's killer sure was tidy by Tom Brodbeck, Winnipeg Sun

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In 1975, a teenager walked into his high school carrying two rifles in a black guitar case.

This is the story of the first ever mass shooting at a secondary school in Canada, and how it spurred changes to Canadian firearms laws.

More info:

• 1975 SCHOOL SHOOTING: "There were not words to describe this sort of thing..." - Brampton Guardian
• A TRAGEDY’S LONG SHADOW - Toronto Star
• Brampton Centennial has built a memorial to help the 1975 school shooting survivors heal - CBC News

Giveaway: Hot Docs Podcast Festival - Creators Forum

To support local creators in podcasting, Canadian True Crime has teamed up with Acast to give away five (5) Creators Passes to the Hot Docs Podcast Festival 2023 Creators Forum - October 19 and 20.

More details and how to enter - deadline is end of day Tuesday, October 10

Podcast recommendation:

Severed Affair: The Gruesome Murder of Shad Thyrion, a Law&Crime Original

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime, who offer support, research and education to survivors, victims and their families.

Learn more at crcvc.ca.

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[ Part 3 of 3 ] The truth about Canada’s Opioid Crisis is complicated and multi-faceted, but many experts in the field are clear about what’s going wrong.

In this final part, we'll explore the evidence and data, and delve into what addiction is and where it originates.

We'll look at what grief-stricken families are saying about Canada's slow and limited response to the opioid crisis—and what they are demanding be done instead.

Finally, we’ll circle back to Mary Breen for her reflections on the sentencing hearing for the young man convicted of selling her daughter Sophie the fentanyl that killed her.

Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis:

• Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm
• Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction 
• About Opioids - Canada.ca

More info:

• Any Kind of Luck at All a memoir by Mary Fairhurst Breen (Sophie Breen's mother)
• Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada's Opioid Crisis by Benjamin Perrin
• Indictment: The Criminal Justice System on Trial by Benjamin Perrin

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm.

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Content warning: this episode includes mentions of Indigenous trauma, residential schools and the 60s scoop.

[ Part 2 of 3 ] Through the stories of four young Canadians from completely different walks of life—who all met the same devastating fate, we explore how Canada got itself into the mess that is the opioid crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the stories of Skye Crassweller and Morgan Goodridge.

Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis:

• Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm
• Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction 
• About Opioids - Canada.ca
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More info:

• SKYE CRASSWELLER (REPORT): Skye’s Legacy: A focus on belonging - Office of the Representative for Children and Youth 
• MORGAN GOODRIDGE: After her son died of an overdose, this woman wants to fight opioid crisis with urgency of COVID-19, CBC Radio, 2020
• Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada's Opioid Crisis, by Benjamin Perrin

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm.

Release schedule: Part 3 will be released to all September 12. For premium feed subscribers, it will be available ad-free September 7.

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[ Part 1 of 3 ] Through the stories of four young Canadians from completely different walks of life—who all met the same devastating fate, we explore how Canada got itself into the mess that is the opioid crisis. Sophie Breen, Seth MacLean, Skye Crassweller and Morgan Goodridge were among the almost 40,000 Canadians who have died of toxic drug poisoning since 2016. Most of these deaths were accidental, caused by street drugs contaminated with deadly illegal fentanyl.

In this series, we learn what their families are saying about the current response to the opioid crisis, as we explore answers to urgent questions:

• How do we stop the steadily rising drug poisoning deaths?
• And why are so many Canadians seeking oblivion to escape from their pain in the first place?

Special thanks to the families of Sophie Breen, Seth MacLean and Morgan Goodridge.

Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis:

• Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm
• Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction 
• About Opioids - Canada.ca

More information:

Sophie Breen - Our family member died of a fentanyl overdose. We don’t think the man who supplied the drugs should go to prison by Mary Fairhurst Breen and Emma Feltes, Globe & Mail

Seth MacLean died in July. Authorities buried him weeks later without telling his family by John Lancaster, CBC news

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm.

Weekly release schedule.

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[ Part 3 of 3 ] The allegations result in criminal charges.

#legacyofabuse

Content Warning: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court.

More info:

• CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF]
• CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick
• View News clippings and other archival evidence downloaded [PDF]
• Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok
• Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon
• Donate to the gofundme for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit.

FULL LIST of resources, information sources, credits and music credits:

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[ Part 2 of 3 ] Caitlin Erickson makes a discovery that prompts her to give a statement to police.

#legacyofabuse

Content Warning: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court.

More info:

• CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF]
• CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick
• View News clippings and other archival evidence downloaded [PDF]
• Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok
• Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon
• Donate to the gofundme for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit.

Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits:

See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes

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[ Part 1 of 3 ] Since August of 2022, a cascade of distressing allegations have come to light by former students of a deeply intertwined evangelical Christian school and the church that runs it. So far, criminal charges have been laid on four men in positions of authority.... and more are likely to come.

• CONTENT WARNING: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. There are also details of religious, spiritual and supernatural beliefs as they relate to these specific allegations.

While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court.

In this three-part series, you’ll hear the stories that led to these allegations, as we explore how a set of beliefs that demand absolute conformity and obedience from children—and rely on physical punishment as the main motivator, can be ripe for unchecked abuse. Years of alleged gaslighting, conditioning and indoctrination set up students of Legacy Christian Academy and schools like it to be “perfect victims”—taught to blindly submit to authority, doubt the reality of their own experiences, and fear any number of consequences for speaking up.

More info:

• CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF]
• CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick
• Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok
• Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon
• Donate to the GoFundMe for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit.

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Three emergency phone calls, two dead teenagers, one smoking gun, and no witnesses—besides the man who was responsible.

This is a landmark case that famed criminal defence lawyer Edward L Greenspan would cite as being one of two he worked on over his career that he found to be especially satisfying.

Although this particular case flew under the radar, it would have a profound impact on another very high-profile case that we covered last year in this podcast.

More info:

• Greenspan, the Case for the Defence, by Edward Greenspan and George Jonas, 1987
• [Greenspan] fell in love with the romance of the law... by Sean Fine, The Globe and Mail, 2014
• SEBASTIAN BURNS and ATIF RAFAY:
• Washington: no death penalty for Rafay and Burns, CBC News, 2001
• MICHAEL BRYANT:
• Decades-old ruling influenced decision to drop charges in Bryant case by Shannon Kari, National Post, 2010 injustice.

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To commemorate Pride month we’ve donated to the Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity who provide education, research and advocacy to empower gender and sexually diverse communities.

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Dream husband, dream wedding, dream honeymoon, dream home - Mary had it all by the age of 26. But a nightmare was waiting for her just around the corner…

More information:

Madison Scott Update:  

• Article in the Prince George Citizen 
• Anyone with information to further the investigation should contact the RCMP Tipline at 778-290-5291 or 1-877- 543-4822.
• Listen to episode 80: The Disappearance of Madison Scott. 

Mary Nelles: 

• Philanthropist's cousin...... by Tamara Cherry, Toronto Star
• Eccentric Millionaire "Like a tortured soul", Toronto Star
• See pictures on the Canadian True Crime Facebook  Instagram  Twitter
• For reference: Couple in dispute with landlord over basement mould before killing: Hamilton Police, Global News

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

To commemorate Pride month we’ve donated to the Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity who provide education, research and advocacy to empower gender and sexually diverse communities.

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[ Part 3 of 3 ] Accusations of coaching witnesses and shaky alibis are levelled at the defenders and supporters of Colin Thatcher. His own contribution from the stand? Deny, deny, deny. And though the jury comes to a verdict, this story doesn’t end there.

Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse.

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated in memory of JoAnn Wilson to the Regina Transition House, an emergency crisis shelter for women and children in the city. Learn more at www.reginatransitionhouse.ca.

More information:

A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins

Podcast recommendation: True Crime Byline

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[ Part 2 of 3 ] After JoAnn Wilson was shot in the shoulder in her kitchen, she backed down from the custody fight. Colin Thatcher was rewarded for outlasting her, but his fixation was far from over. A series of witnesses would come forward with information almost impossible to believe, revealing a political liability hiding a multitude of secrets behind closed doors.

Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse.

The final part of this series will be released on Sunday, May 21.

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• A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins
• Cycle of Abuse: Understanding the 4 Parts

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[ Part 1 of 3 ] This is the high-profile tale of one of Canada’s most controversial political families. Several twisted tragedies are wrapped up in this decades-long saga with themes of love and hate, violence and revenge, power and control, divided families and shattered lives—all set against the 1980s backdrop of rural Saskatchewan.

Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse.

This is a weekly series: Parts 2 and 3 will be released to all on May 14 and 21.

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Newsletter Recommendation - Pod The North

Pod The North - a newsletter about Canadian podcast discovery and ecosystem commentary by Kattie Laur

More information:

• The Facts about Gender-Based Violence
• A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins.

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In 2012, a beloved community figure was killed in her own home in an extremely violent attack. It would take a while to learn what happened to her and who was responsible, but the immense loss of her absence was felt immediately by all who knew her - or knew of her.

"Hi. My name is January. I know it's a cold month, but I make it hot!"

CONTENT WARNING:

This episode is about the death of a transgender person, and it also includes brief details of Indigenous trauma and residential schools. 24/7 Crisis Line for Indian Residential School Survivors: call 1-800-721-0066

More information:

• Kelly Favro / Publican Ban: GoFundMe (for those able to donate financially).
• About January: Watch My Name Was January, Sher Vancouver, Sher Vancouver Podcast and Youth Award
• Full list of resources, information sources, and credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes
• CTC Episode 50: The Murder of Tracy Tom 

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This month we have donated to the Sher Vancouver LGBTQ+ Friends Society

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Credits:

Special thanks to Alex Sangha and Ash Brar from Sher Vancouver.

Research: Eliot Newton

Writing, sound design, additional research: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 2 of 2] Sensational trials are held for three members of the Bannister family to get to the truth of what happened to the Lake family that night—and why a baby was at the centre of it all.

Warning: this series includes the death of a young child. Please take care when listening.

Old Dorchester County Jail, New Brunswick:

https://dorchesterjail.com/

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime.

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Credits:

Research and writing: Eileen Macfarlane

Additional research and writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 1 of 2] One snowy night, a young family fell victim to a terrible accident…. or so it seemed. What really happened to this family - and why - would become fodder for national and international headlines that only got more curious as the investigation progressed.

This two-part series covers a historical case that resulted in the first ever kidnapping trial in the province of New Brunswick and the last double hanging in Canada.

Warning: this series includes the death of a young child. Please take care when listening.

Podcast recommendations:

CBC Podcasts: The No Good, Terribly Kind, Wonderful Lives and Tragic Deaths of Barry and Honey Sherman

Toronto Star: Suspicion | The Billionaire Murders: The hunt for the killers of Honey and Barry Sherman

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime.

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Credits:

Research and writing: Eileen Macfarlane

Additional research and writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

For the full list of resources, information sources, and credits:

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Content warning: This series includes graphic descriptions of sexual violence. Please see resources below.

Victoria, British Columbia

[Part 2 of 2] Kelly Favro learns she is not alone. Along the way, she meets other sexual assault survivors who also discovered publication bans had been put on their names without their consent - including Jade Neilson and Samantha Geiger. They all experienced negative impacts in completely separate ways, but they agreed that no other sexual assault survivors should have to go through the same experience of law-enforced silence and isolation that they’ve been told is for their own good.

Special thanks to Kelly Favro, Jade Neilson and Samantha Geiger.

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SIGN THE PETITION

Sign the petition now to give victim-complainants more agency and choice when it comes to publication bans on their names.

Deadline: 9am EST on March 10th, 2023

Follow on twitter: @AmendPubBanLaws 

Visit website: www.MyVoiceMyChoice.org

More information:

• Samantha Geiger’s story
• Jade Neilson’s story
• Morrell Andrews’ story and victim impact statement
• Court document removing Kelly's publication ban

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:

• REES Community
• Ending Violence Canada

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Content warning: This series includes graphic descriptions of sexual violence. If you or anyone you know is experiencing sexual violence and abuse, help is available. Please see resources below.

Victoria, British Columbia

[Part 1 of 2] In this two-part series, we explore Kelly Favro's harrowing journey from surviving a two-hour sexual assault to becoming the first person in British Columbia to have a publication ban removed from her name - by herself.

Publication bans are routinely ordered to protect the privacy of vulnerable participants in the criminal justice system. But in the case of sexual assault complainants, what if they didn’t actually consent to the publication ban? What if they don’t want it?

What happens when publication bans backfire?

Along the way, Kelly met many other sexual assault survivors and learned that she was not alone. You’ll also hear the stories of Jade Neilson and Samantha Geiger, two survivors who discovered publication bans had been put on their names without their consent, and how it impacted them in completely separate but negative ways.

It all culminated in a trip to Parliament Hill in Ottawa to fight for changes.

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Special thanks to Kelly Favro.

Please help sexual assault survivors 

Sign the petition now to give victim-complainants more agency and choice when it comes to publication bans on their names.

Eligibility: Citizens and residents of Canada are eligible to sign the petition

Deadline: 9am EST on March 10th, 2023

Follow on twitter: @AmendPubBanLaws 

More information:

• See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:

• REES Community - Canada Sexual Assault Centres by province or postal code
• Ending Violence Canada - Sexual Assault Centres, Crisis Lines and Support Services

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Credits:

Writing, research, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 2 of 2] The trial of Jon Rallo continues. Jon testifies in his own defence, but the crown would present evidence that suggested a very different version of events.  What really happened to Sandra, Jason and Stephanie? Would there be justice in this case?

This two-part series provides a snapshot of Canadian history at a pivotal time for both the burgeoning city of Hamilton and the criminal justice system.

An additional content warning: this case includes the murder of a child, although no graphic details will be given. Please take care when listening.

More information:

• SECRETS: The untold story of triple killer Jon Rallo by Susan Clairmont for the Hamilton Spectator
• Court Document
• TORSO - The Evelyn Dick Case: CAMPBELL, Marjorie Freeman.: 9780770512033: Books - Amazon.ca
• Familicide in Canada: 2010-2019 | Canadian Domestic Homicide Prevention Initiative
• Characteristics of 4 Types of Family Murderers
• Canadian True Crime episode 32 - The Shafia Family

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Interval House of Hamilton, an organization that provides emergency shelter, safety planning and support services for women with or without children that have experienced abuse or violence.

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Credits:

Research: Gemma Harris

Writing, sound design, additional research: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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[Part 1 of 2] In the summer of 1976, the Rallo family appeared to be living the picture perfect family life in the “Golden Horseshoe” area of Southern Ontario.

Parents Jon and Sandra with young children Jason and Stephanie had enjoyed a warm family summer full of trips to visit grandparents and swimming... that is, until one morning when Jon woke up to an empty house, and a devastating note.

This two-part series provides a snapshot of Canadian history at a pivotal time for both the burgeoning city of Hamilton and the criminal justice system.

An additional content warning: this case includes the murder of a child, although no graphic details will be given. Please take care when listening.

Release schedule:

Part 2 will be released to everyone on February 22 - one week after Part 1.

If you're listening ad-free on a premium feed, Part 2 is available now on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. 

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Interval House of Hamilton, an organization that provides emergency shelter, safety planning and support services for women with or without children that have experienced abuse or violence.

Credits:

Research: Gemma Harris

Writing, sound design, additional research: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Script consulting: Carol Weinberg

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby

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ONTARIO  The story of the worst-ever case of intimate-partner violence in Ontario—and one of the worst in Canadian history. In 2015, the lives of three women - Nathalie Warmerdam, Anastasia Kuzyk and Carol Culleton - were snuffed out within hours of each other in a violent murder spree that could have been prevented.

*This episode replaces the original episode we released in 2020.

Resources for Domestic Violence

Canada: https://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help-2/

US: https://www.thehotline.org/

Signs you’re in an abusive relationship - and how to get help

Renfrew County Inquiry Report

• https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/coroners-inquest-intimate-partner-violence-renfrew-probation-1.6503862
• https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/lanark-county-declares-intimate-partner-violence-an-epidemic-1.6689222

Each month, Canadian True Crime donates an organization that supports people facing injustice.

This month’s donation has again gone to:

Women's Sexual Assault Centre of Renfrew County

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NORTHWEST TERRITORIES AND YUKON | A six week manhunt for a mysterious fugitive who seemed to have superhuman abilities, set against the icy backdrop of the Arctic North in winter. The remarkable search party included RCMP, Indigenous trackers, fur trappers, and even legendary WWI pilot Captain Wop May.

Please note: this is a re-mastered and updated re-release of the first episode released in 2020.

Correction note: although original sources name Gwich'in Special Constable as Lazarus Sittichoulis, we've since learned that his name is actually Lazarous Sittichinli. Our apologies for the error.

Credits:

Initial research: Cailen Swain

Research and writing: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams

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Quebec

This is the story of Canada’s most valuable theft—perhaps the most Canadian crime ever committed.

It was July of 2011, and Avik Caron had a kind of nervous excitement. An opportunity had fallen into his lap to stick it to the “Maple Syrup Mafia” – and, of course, line his pockets with cash as he did so. The problem was, he didn't quite know how to do it. But with Maple Syrup worth over ten times more per barrel than crude oil, what did he have to lose?

More information: Winnipeg serial killer targeting Indigenous women

• 3 First Nations women, 1 unidentified woman were victims of alleged serial killer: Winnipeg police (includes pictures of "Buffalo Girl's" jacket)
• Community mourns loss of young woman who 'always had a heart for everything' (Rebecca Contois)
• No hope' of successful recovery of alleged serial killer's victims in landfill: Winnipeg police includes video of press conference with family members
• Winnipeg serial killings’ cruel details evoke horror — and familiarity. ‘I’m tired of being in danger’
• Accused killer's allegedly hate-filled online presence should be factored into investigation, trial: experts
• Alleged Winnipeg serial killer threatened to kill 2 previous partners, court records reveal

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Credits:

Research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke 

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

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Content warning: graphic details of sexual violence

[Part 5 of 5] This final part of the series wraps up the 2022 trial of Jacob Hoggard, exploring how the jury may have arrived at that split verdict and the new information that came out at sentencing. We'll circle back to tie up some loose ends, including the intended testimony from one particular witness who was excluded from the trial, and lastly.... that mysterious 2005 incident at The Embassy Hotel in London Ontario. 

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence or abuse, you are not alone.

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse: REES Community, Ending Violence Canada 

FULL LIST of resources, information sources, and credits used to make this series:

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Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.

Credits:

Research: Eileen MacFarlane of Crimelapse Podcast

Additional research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

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Content warning: This episode includes graphic details of alleged sexual assault specifically involving a minor.

[Part 4 of 5] The May 2022 trial of Jacob Hoggard continues, with testimony from complainant “Emma”, Jacob Hoggard himself, and the jury's verdict. 

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:

REES Community

Ending Violence Canada 

More information:

• Court documents
• Court reporting of Alyshah Hasham for the Toronto Star
• Live tweets from Sean O'Shea for Global News
• Dispelling the myths about sexual assault | Ontario.ca

Reporting by Judy Trinh:

• New Kirkland Lake complainant
• "Emma from Ottawa"
• "Jessica from Toronto"

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Credits:

Research: Eileen MacFarlane of Crimelapse Podcast

Additional research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Full list of resources, information sources, and credits:

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Content warning: This episode includes graphic details of alleged sexual assault specifically involving a minor.

[Part 3 of 5] The trial of Jacob Hoggard started in May of 2022. The first complainant to testify would be the underage complainant who was only 15 and 16 years old at the time of her encounters with Hoggard. 

More information:

• Court reporting of Alyshah Hasham for the Toronto Star
• Dispelling the myths about sexual assault | Ontario.ca
• Putting Trials on Trial: Sexual Assault and the Failure of the Legal Profession: Craig, Elaine: 9780773552777: Books - Amazon.ca
• Navigating Mutual Consent Agreements - lessons from BDSM/kink communities
• What BDSM can teach us about consent

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:

• REES Community
• Ending Violence Canada

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.

Release schedule

November 22 and 29.

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Credits:

Research: Eileen MacFarlane of Crimelapse Podcast

Additional research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Full list of resources, information sources, and credits:

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[ Part 2 of 5 ] CONTENT WARNING: Graphic details of violent sexual assault and allegations involving a minor.

After the allegations of Jacob Hoggard’s inappropriate behaviour with fans surfaced on social media, a survivor finds the courage to come forward and detail her own violent experience with the Hedley frontman.

And she isn’t alone for long.

More information:

• "Emma's" story: 'I said stop': Ottawa woman accuses Hedley singer Jacob Hoggard of rape by Judy Trinh
• "Jessica's" story: Woman accuses Hedley singer Jacob Hoggard of ignoring her ground rules during sex by Judy Trinh

Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:

• REES Community
• Ending Violence Canada

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.

Release schedule

November 15, 22 and 29.

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Credits:

Research: Eileen MacFarlane of Crimelapse Podcast

Additional research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Full list of resources, information sources, and credits:

See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes

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[Part 1 of 5]

CONTENT WARNING: Graphic details of violent sexual assault and allegations involving a minor.

FROM CANADIAN IDOL TO CONVICTED SEX OFFENDER

As frontman for the pop-rock band Hedley, Jacob Hoggard was known for pushing boundaries—both on and off the stage.

By 2022 he would also be known as one of Canada's most notorious sex offenders. How did his behaviour go unchecked for so long?

This series explores how the rise and downfall of Jacob Hoggard in the era of #metoo, and how myths around consent, rape and groupie culture continue to dominate the social discourse... and our criminal justice system.

Resources for survivors of sexual violence and abuse:

• REES Community - Canada SA Centres by province or postal code
• Ending Violence Canada - SA Centres, Crisis Lines and Support Services

Release schedule

To be released weekly on November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.

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More information:

• The Cult Of Hedley: Why Jacob Hoggard’s Diehard Female Fans Are Sticking By Him No Matter What by Courtney Shea
• Broken idol: The early star power, warning signs and eventual conviction of Jacob Hoggard by Charles Johnston
• Why police dismiss 1 in 5 sexual assault claims as baseless by Robyn Doolittle
• The Law of Consent in Sexual Assault from Women’s Legal Education & Action Fund (LEAF)

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.

Full credits and list of resources and information sources:

See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes

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FORT McMURRAY | In 2002, the family of 25-year-old DJ Robert LeVoir reported him missing after they hadn't heard from him for two weeks. But the RCMP didn't seem to be doing much to help, in fact they didn't publicly announce Robert's disappearance for 8 months. 

Understandably frustrated by the lack of progress, his family had no way of knowing that an elaborate plan to discover what had happened to Robert was already being set in motion behind closed doors. 

Correction note: since releasing this episode, we've been advised that Robert LeVoir's surname isn't the French pronunciation; it's instead pronounced Le-Vor. We're not able to correct all the instances of this in the episode, but our sincere apologies to anyone affected by this error.

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Credits:

Research and writing: Emily G Thompson of Morbidology Podcast

Additional research and writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Production assistance: Jesse Hawke 

Theme songs by We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Full list of credits and information sources

See the page for each episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.

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[Part 2 of 2]

Cases that have had notable or major updates.

Approximate timestamps:

1:00 The Johnson Bentley Family Murders

5:30 The Abbotsford Killer

9:00 The Murder of Jagtar Gill

15:00 Lush & Whiteway Families

20:00 The Renfrew County Murders - 2022 Inquiry

28:00 The Brentwood Five

36:00 The Death of Ezekiel Stephan

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Credits:

Research: Enya Best

Narration, writing: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Theme song and stingers: We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True  

Information sources:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/12CN8SlHyYfrwMZQskoh9PYyyuCTG1t-E90ZnP498h1o/edit?usp=sharing

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[Part 1 of 2]

These episodes take you through cases we've covered that have had major or notable updates, or have attracted notable feedback. Kristi will also be responding to some of the most common feedback received.

Approximate timestamps:

(Give or take a few minutes)

3:00 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30

 24-Hour National Residential School Crisis Line 1-866-925-4419

 Take Action: The T&R Commission Calls to Action

5:00 Remembering the late Diem Saunders - sibling of Loretta Saunders

  Read: “Remembering Loretta Saunders: A MMIW Story” by Diem Saunders

9:00 Maranda Shelley Peters and Helen Betty Osborne

21:00  Supreme Court Decision affecting consecutive sentences:

- The Klaus Family Murders

- The Quebec City Mosque Shootings

- Edward Downey

- Derek Saretzky - Crime Beat series Darkness in the Pass

- Toronto Van Attack

- Dellen Millard & Mark Smich

- Douglas Garland

- Basil Borutski

35:00 The Beatle Bandit - now an awardwinning true crime book by Nate Hendley

36:00 The Murder of Laura Letts / Peter Beckett

41:00 The Death of Darcy Allan Sheppard

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Credits:

Research: Enya Best

Narration, writing: Kristi Lee

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams

Theme song and stingers: We Talk of Dreams

Disclaimer voiced by the host of True

Information sources:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/12CN8SlHyYfrwMZQskoh9PYyyuCTG1t-E90ZnP498h1o/edit?usp=sharing

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NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR In the winter of 2000, 13-year-old Samantha Walsh was supposed to walk a short distance home from her grandmother’s house—but she never made it.

This is the gripping story of how the tiny seaside town of Fleur De Lys, NL came together to support a local family during a devastating time.

More information:

Into the Night: The Samantha Walsh Story by Gordon Walsh

Sam's Place website

Samantha's Saltwater Joys facebook page

Fleur de Lys Soapstone Quarry National Historic Site and Museum 

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QUEBEC  | The story of one of the first instances of in-flight bombing, one of the worst mass murders in Canadian history, and the last woman to hang.  In 1949, a passenger plane fell from the sky in the Sault-au-Cochon area of Quebec, killing everyone on board...

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Coupable! (Guilty) by Dave O'Malley on Vintage Wings of Canada

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[ Part 6 of 6 ]  The conclusion. 

Review the evidence:

WATCH: The Surveillance Footage at the mid-block pedestrian crossway

WATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audio

READ:    Collision Reconstruction Report

READ:    Transcript from May 25 2010 Court Proceeding

Media referenced in this episode:

READ: Lost Boy: The death of Darcy Allan Sheppard, by Jennifer Wells, December 26, 2013

WATCH: Michael Bryant's Ted X Talk

READ: 28 Seconds: A True Story of Addiction, Tragedy, and Hope by Michael Bryant, published by Viking, Toronto, 2012

WATCH: Michael Bryant's interview with Amanda Lang on CBC  

READ: Darcy's sister Chantel: "Daughter begs for help solving mom’s 2013 murder: ‘Our family needs answers’

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Research and production assistance: Haley Gray

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Research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

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[ Part 5 of 6 ] After the court proceeding comes to a close, things continue to snowball, leading Darcy Allan Sheppard's loved ones and supporters to press harder for the truth. 

Review the available evidence*:

WATCH: The Surveillance Footage at the mid-block pedestrian crossway

Michael Bryant's book 28 Seconds states: "It was Darcy Sheppard who, moments later, drove within inches of my driver’s-side door, as our Saab was stopped a little farther west on Bloor Street at an intersection near Avenue Road. It was Darcy Sheppard who then pulled directly in front of our car and spun his bike around to confront us, sneering at me. “Now what’re ya gonna do?”

WATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audio

READ:   Collision Reconstruction Report

READ:   Transcript from May 25 2010 Court Proceeding

* Remember - none of it has been proven in court (crown or defence)

Media referenced in this episode:

WATCH: Michael Bryant's interview with Amanda Lang on CBC 

READ: Toronto Life article Michael Bryant's bad year by Leah McLaren 

WATCH: The Agenda with Steve Paikin - Michael Bryant 

WATCH: The Agenda with Steve Paikin - Allan Sheppard

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[ Part 4 of 6 ] The rest of Michael Bryant's version of events is provided to the court by the special independent prosecutor, as he explained his decision to withdraw the charges. At the time, the court heard that Bryant's version of events lined up with the evidence, but years later when documents containing details of a large amount of that evidence were publicly released, a different story emerges. 

Resources referenced:

WATCH: Surveillance video released briefly by the media

WATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audio

READ:   Collision Reconstruction Report

READ:   Transcript from May 25 2010 Court Proceeding

Full list of resources and information sources and credits:

See the page for this episode  at canadiantruecrime.ca

Credits:

Research and production assistance: Haley Gray

Research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

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TORONTO, ONTARIO

[ Part 3 of 6 ] In this episode, the Collision Reconstruction experts determine what happened in the incident that led to Darcy's death, Michael Bryant finally reveals his side of the story, and more.

Resources referenced:

WATCH: Surveillance video released briefly by the media

WATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audio

READ: Collision Reconstruction Report

READ: Transcript from May 25 2010 Court Proceeding

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[ Part 2 of 6 ] Unravelling the aftermath of the incident that caused Darcy Allan Sheppard’s death—the twists and turns that came with each new day, and how investigators worked to get to the truth of exactly what happened.

Important articles mentioned:

Cyclist may have grabbed Bryant, wheel: police, uncredited, CBC News, September 2, 2009

Spinning the first week of Michael Bryant’s new life, by Linda Diebel, September 5, 2009

Michael Bryant’s spin class by Joe Friesen, September 18, 2009

Michael Bryant and self-defence, uncredited, Ottawa Citizen Opinion, September 3, 2009

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[ Part 1 of 6 ] On a warm summer evening in 2009 there was a violent collision on a downtown Toronto street, an incident so unimaginable that it left bystanders shocked and confused. The evening’s events dominated the headlines and would be hotly debated for years to come but one thing was certain: the very different lives of the two men involved would never be the same.

Note: This series was originally four parts, but ended up being six.

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Research: Haley Gray

Research, writing, sound design: Kristi Lee

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Today in this special episode, we take a look back at one of the early Canadian True Crime episodes - the story of Saskatchewan’s worst mass murder. You'll hear a never-before-told story about why this episode was very different from the rest.

Early one morning in 1967, 21-year-old Victor Hoffman was in the midst of a serious mental health crisis, a crisis that would have tragic consequences for an unsuspecting local family.

Credits: 

Writer, researcher and narrator: Kristi Lee

Audio production and original scoring: Erik Krosby

Additional editing, mixing: Mike Migas

Main resources and further reading:

• ‘Schizophrenia, Mass Murder, and The Law’ by F.H. Kahan, Orthomolecular Psychiatry, Volume 2, Number 3, 1973, Pp. 127-146
• Marking 50 years since the Shell Lake murders, Canada's worst random mass killing by Bonnie Allan, CBC News
• Rampage: Canadian Mass Murder and Spree Killing by Lee Mellor
• Casefile: True Crime Podcast
• They Walk Among Us: UK True Crime
• They Walk Among America
• Felon True Crime podcast

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[Part 3 of 3]  In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted  and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.

When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.

Crisis Line for Indian Residential School Survivors

For CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066

Current unsolved #MMIWG cases from The Pas and surrounding areas:

Amanda Sophia Bartlett, 18

Elizabeth Mae Dorion, 44

Josephine Martin, 58

Kendara Ballantyne, 18

Also: Morris Linklater, 18 year old male went missing in September of 2020

Take Action - No More Stolen Sisters

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More resources

Report of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of Manitoba

Read the full report

Key sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty Osborne

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Research and writing, narration, sound design: Kristi Lee

Special thanks to Charlie from Crimelines

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Manitoba | In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.

When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.

Crisis Line for Indian Residential School Survivors

For CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066

Report of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of Manitoba

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Key sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty Osborne

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[ Part 1 of 3 ] In 1971, Indigenous high school student Helen Betty Osborne was abducted and brutally murdered near The Pas, Manitoba.

When Betty’s body was found hours later at nearby Clearwater Lake, it was clear she had been the victim of a heinous crime. But it would take many, many years for the truth of what really happened to Betty to come to light—ultimately exposing the depths of racial injustice in the small town.

Release schedule:

Part 2: Available to everyone April 8*

Part 3: Available to everyone April 15*

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Crisis Line for Indian Residential School Survivors

For CRISIS SUPPORT 24/7 call 1-800-721-0066

Report of the Aboriginal Justice Inquiry of Manitoba

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Key sections: Historical Overview, Treaty Rights, Helen Betty Osborne

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Indian residential school survivors society

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Research and writing, narration, sound design: Kristi Lee

Special thanks to Charlie from Crimelines

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] The shocking conclusion to this historical Canadian crime saga.

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[ Part 1 of 2 ] The unbelievable but true story of a bizarre-looking bank robber who terrorized 1964 Toronto as Beatlemania was gripping the nation. One heist went terribly wrong, ending in a wild shootout that sparked a national debate around gun control, mental health and the death penalty.

Part 2 available to everyone March 22

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Book Recommendation:

This series was written by Nate Hendley for Canadian True Crime based on his new book, The Beatle Bandit: A Serial Bank Robber’s Deadly Heist, a Cross Country Manhunt, and the Insanity Plea that Shook the Nation.

ABOUT NATE: Nate Hendley is a Toronto-based journalist, speaker, and author of many books.

PURCHASE: The Beatle Bandit is available in paperback, e-book, and audiobook formats at: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Chapters-Indigo

Credits:

Primary research and writing: Nate Hendley

Creative direction, additional research, writing, editing: Kristi Lee

Sound design: Kristi Lee

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ALBERTA In 2017, a bizarre incident occurred near Nisku, Alberta when five people - four of them naked - decided to kidnap their neighbours. The story that unravelled would make international headlines.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA In 1996, a family in Vernon, BC were preparing for a large wedding—but unbeknownst to them, a man was waiting in the sidelines to ruin it all. This is the tragic story of Canada’s third-largest mass shooting and the many lost opportunities that may have prevented it.

Podcast recommendation

Dealing Justice - a podcast about cold cases featured on decks of cards

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Archway Society for Domestic Peace (Formerly Vernon Women’s Transition Society

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ONTARIO Sometime after midnight in 2011, 23 year old York University student Liu Qian was chatting to an old friend via webcam as she studied in her tiny basement dorm room in Toronto.

But there was a knock at her door—and her friend on the other side of the computer screen would be the only witness to the terror that would unfold.

Further information:

Open Letter, Artworks and Photos of Liu Qian from her father Liu Jianhui, translated by Professor Charles Burton and published by the Toronto Star

Canadian Universities are Failing Students on Sexual Assault, by Zane Schwartz, published in Macleans 2018

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] The conclusion of this case of a murder investigation that forever changed the face of the Canadian justice system.

Further reading:

Mr. Big: The Investigation into the Deaths of Karen and Krista Hart by Colleen Lewis and Jennifer Hicks

Podcast recommendation:

Casefile - Daniel Morcombe episode 54 

Credits:

Research and writing: Emily G. Thompson and Eileen Macfarlane

Content advice: Aja Romano

Audio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams 

Sound design, additional research and writing: Kristi Lee

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[ Part 1 of 2 ] On August 4, 2002, Nelson Hart took his three-year-old twin daughters, Karen and Krista to play by Gander Lake. They both ended up in the water, and the decisions Nelson made in the aftermath baffled everyone—including the RCMP.

This is the shocking case of a murder investigation that forever changed the face of the Canadian justice system.

Part 2 will be released on Saturday January 22, and it's available now, ad-free on Supercast and Patreon.

Podcast recommendation:

Voices for Justice - a true crime podcast hosted by Sarah Turney.

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Black Lives Matter Canada

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Research and writing: Emily G. Thompson and Eileen Macfarlane

Content advice: Aja Romano

Sound design, additional research and writing: Kristi Lee

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NEW BRUNSWICK In 1984, human remains were found in garbage bags in a dump in New Brunswick. The story that would unravel would shock locals and leave a lasting legacy on the province.

Resources referenced:

Review of “Bodies in the Backyard” - by Rachel M Friars on True Crime Index - Twitter: @TrueCrimeIndex Email: [email protected]

Bodies in the Backyard by Brian O’Neill

Montreal’s Irish Mafia: The True Story of the Infamous West End Gang by Darcy O’Connor

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Research: Haley Gray

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TORONTO | In 2016, a disturbance on a quiet street in Scarborough would decimate a family, leaving three dead and another injured. And then, within hours, a bomb squad would be called to an upmarket, waterfront condo in downtown Toronto, revealing a complex web of lies. When a person’s unsettling past catches up with them, what lengths will they go to to prevent the truth from coming out?

Further reading - long-form features on this case:

The Crossbow Killer - Toronto Life feature by Mark Mann

The Untold Story of accused ‘crossbow killer’ Brett Ryan’s robbery spree - Toronto Star feature by Wendy Gillis

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Research and primary writing: Emily G. Thompson of Morbidology Podcast

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ONTARIO & QUEBEC | In 2007, residents of Southwest Ontario were gripped by panic as police worked to capture 22 year old Jesse Imeson—an armed, dangerous and unpredictable fugitive.

Crisis resources:

Crisis services Canada

Healing Childhood Trauma - healthline.com and psychologytoday.com

Carlos Rivera’s book:

Breaking Down the Wall of Silence

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Research: Gemma Harris

Writing: Kristi Lee

Content advisor - 2SLGBTQIA+: Eliot Newton https://genderbandit.com/

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BRITISH COLUMBIA | In 2014, a disgruntled and disillusioned former employee of a Nanaimo sawmill returned to his workplace to seek revenge.

Canadian True Crime donates monthly. This month we have donated to:

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If you or someone you know might be suffering from depression:

Understanding and Finding Help For Depression - CAM-H

Supporting a family member or friend with depression - Mayoclinic

Workplace Violence resources curtesy of Safer.ca:

Download the PDF of the 2018 report “Workplace Violence in Sawmills in BC”

Safer.ca - Safety Advisory Foundation for Education and Research * Red Shirt Foundation is now under their umbrella.

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Research: Gemma Harris

Special thanks to Dr Lynne Jacques and Marlene Lunn

Writing: Kristi Lee

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In 1996, a body washed up in a fishing net off the south coast of Devon in the UK. Through intrepid detective work, English police would link it back to a diabolical Canadian criminal who left an unbelievable trail of destruction behind in Southwestern Ontario.

This is the story of the crimes of Albert Johnson Walker. If you recognize the name and think you know this case, stay tuned until the end. There has been an update from 2021...

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Research and writing: Diedre Bradley and Kristi Lee

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Danielle Paradis is a journalist based in Edmonton, Alberta with a special interest in Indigenous and women's issues.

She's been published by Chatelaine, CANADALAND, BUSTLE, Star Metro Edmonton, Gig City, The Spraw and more.

Dani has also pitched, researched and contributed to the writing of several episodes for Canadian True Crime - including Saskatoon Freezing Deaths and Mayerthorpe Tragedy... with more to come.

Approximate timestamps of our discussion:

00:00 - Introduction to Dani Paradis, background, how she got into journalism

05:00 - Métis heritage

08:00 - Truth & Reconciliation Day - September 30

20:00 - Maranda Shelly Peter

30:00 - What Dani is working on right now

Resources and links:

Follow Dani on Twitter: @DaniParadis and check out her website www.danielleparadis.com/

Some of Dani's writing:

• Canada’s Media Was Always Going To Dismiss Genocide Against Indigenous Women  (CANADALAND)
• The Death Of Cindy Gladue, And The Criminal Defence Tactic That Should Alarm Every Woman in Canada (Chatelaine)
• What You Need To Know About The Biggest Indigenous Issues This Election (Chatelaine)

Lit Fest: Canada's original nonfiction festival October 14-24

Indigenous Friends

New book:

Praying to the West: How Muslims Shaped the Americas by Omar Mouallem

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YUKON In 1996, 15 year old Maranda Shelly Peter waved to her mother as she left to go to the movies with her boyfriend. But the next morning, Maranda hadn't returned home.

It would take some time, but the discovery of where Maranda really was would shake the territory. 

Resources on intergenerational or transgenerational trauma:

• Breaking the Chains of Generational Trauma by Elizabeth Dixon for Psychology Today
• How residential school trauma of previous generations continues to tear through Indigenous families by Marcy Cuttler for CBC News
• What is Intergenerational trauma—and how do you heal from it? by Colleen Seto for lovallove.ca

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Research: Haley Gray

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#TruthandReconciliationDay |

September 30, 2021 is the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation here in Canada, and we all have a part to play in educating ourselves and spreading the message. 

This is an overview of how Residential Schools came to be and what happened, and below are some recommended resources for further learning.

Recommended listening:

Residential Schools Historica Canada podcast

Missing & Murdered: Finding Cleo by CBC Podcasts

Follow-up reading:

Truth and Reconciliation report

Survivor offers advice on how to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - CTV News

Read some more survivor stories - CTV News

Causes to donate to:

Indian Residential School Survivors Society

First Nations Child and Family Caring Society

Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami

Indigenous Friends association

There are many many more!

Diversify your feed! Here's something to get you started:

10 Indigenous Activists and Artists You Should Be Following Right Now

Indian Residential School Crisis Line

Support for former students and those affected. People can access emotional and crisis referral services by calling the 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866-925-4419.

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*Part 3 of 3

Jason Klaus and Joshua Frank go to trial with completely new stories.

What was the truth?

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ALBERTA | In 2013, a tragedy struck a tight-knit farming family near Castor, Alberta and before too long, a twisted story would unravel.  

Podcast recommendation: 

Do you know Mordechai? 

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ALBERTA | In 2013, a tragedy struck a tight-knit farming family near Castor, Alberta and before too long, a twisted story would unravel.

*Part 1 of 3:

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The White Saviors

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Today we'll go over the significant updates to cases covered before 2020!

Podcast recommendation:

CBC's The Village - Season 2

Order of cases covered:

• Alloura Wells / Toronto's Gay Village
• Ezekiel Stephan
• Richard Oland
• The Donnellys
• Loretta Saunders
• Sara & Taliyah
• The Brentwood Five (Calgary Stabbings)
• Erin Chorney
• Michelle Barnoski
• Reena Virk
• Paul Bernardo

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We're discussing cases covered in the past year - going through updates, clarifying some things, and chatting about your feedback.

Order of cases discussed in this episode

Chapais Fire Tragedy

Murder of Robin Greene 

Mayerthorpe Tragedy

Storming the Capital (1966 Parliamentary Bombing)

Johnson-Bentley Family Murders

Murder of Brayton Bullock

Lush & Whiteway Families

Madison Scott - Tenth anniversary message from her parents.

Mad Trapper of Rat River

Murder of Laura Letts  

Saskatoon Freezing Deaths

Renfrew County Murders

Your rights as a VICTIM:

Canadian Victims Bill of Rights (Bill C-32)

Your rights as a person ACCUSED, DETAINED or CONVICTED:

Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms - see "Legal Rights" section

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Podcast Recommendation

Fool Me Twice - Season 2

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Back September 1 | Thanks for your support!

QUEBEC | New Year’s Eve, 1979. The rural mining town of Chapais was preparing to bring in 1980 in style with a fundraiser for 300 people. But just after midnight, the careless actions of one guest caused a fire that would leave the community forever changed.

Residential Schools resources & support:

Podcast: Residential Schools by Historica Canadahosted by Shaneen Robinson-Desjarlais

Episode: ”Holding Space for Grief” Canadaland Episode #312 hosted by Ryan McMahon and Anna McKenzie

Article: “7 Ways to support Indigenous people grieving in wake of the news of the 215 children” by Anna McKenzie

Article: Where to donate to support survivors of residential schools in Macleans

Support: Residential school survivors who need support can call the National Indian Residential School Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419.

Mental Health Resources:

In Canada And Mental Health Research Canada https://www.mhrc.ca/national-polling-covid

In United States

In Australia

In United Kingdom

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MANITOBA |  The court hears testimony from Sydney Teerhuise and Dan Zupansky, the jury decides whether Sydney Teerhuise had intent to commit murder that day, and Dan Zupansky tells us what his theories are about the case.

More information:

Dan Zupansky’s book: Trophy Kill: The Shall We Dance Murder by Dan Zupansky

True Murder podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/truemurder

Podcast recommendation:

COMMONS: Real Estate!

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MANITOBA  |   In 2003, the day after Canada Day, a 33 year old man walked through the front door of the Winnipeg Remand Centre. He said he’d woken up in his hotel room and there was a dead, dismembered body in the bathtub.  He insisted he blanked out and couldn’t remember committing the murder.

The circumstances of the case were shocking and unbelievable enough, but within a few days a hollywood angle involving a stolen celebrity necklace ended up being the main headline. Eventually, the case caught the attention of amateur writer Dan Zupansky, who would land an opportunity that he couldn’t refuse. An opportunity to get the truth from Sydney, and get justice for Robin Greene—no matter what it took.

More information:

Dan Zupansky’s book:  Trophy Kill: The Shall We Dance Murder by Dan Zupansky

True Murder podcast: https://www.blogtalkradio.com/dan-zupansky1

Podcast recommendation:

COMMONS: Real Estate!

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[ Part 3 of 3 ]

The conclusion.

Watch:

The Fifth Estate episode "collateral damage" 

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[ Part 2 of 3 ] ALBERTA | With everyone questioning how the Mayerthorpe Tragedy was permitted to happen, the RCMP were convinced James Roszko must have had someone helping him—and they were determined to do whatever it took to find this person and bring them to justice.

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[ Part 1 of 3 ] ALBERTA | In 2005, bailiffs were sent to the property of a man called James Roszko to repossess a truck, but the situation devolved into a devastating tragedy that made international headlines.

Podcast recommendation:

Criminal Conduct - Season 2

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ONTARIO | In 1966, a disgruntled man purchased ten sticks of dynamite, assembled a bomb, and travelled with it to Ottawa—headed for the Parliament of Canada.

Podcast recommendation:

Corpus Delecti - Robin "Rocky" Myers investigation special series

Canadian True Crime donates monthly. This month we have donated to:

True North Aid - serves and supports northern Indigenous communities in Canada through practical humanitarian support like clean drinking water, food, health, housing, and more.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA In August 1982, a family of six set out on what was supposed to be an idyllic two-week camping trip. They never returned home.

This sparked what would be the most expensive and highly-publicized manhunt in Canadian history.

Petition: Help the Johnson and Bentley Family

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ONTARIO | In 2006, a close-knit family tried to deal with an escalating crisis, but they could only do so much before the situation ended in a devastating and senseless tragedy.

Resources related to Canadian Victims of Crime

Canadian Victims Bill of Rights (Bill C-32)

Get involved: pre-written email to send to members of parliament

Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime

Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime

Canadian Crime Victim Foundation

Canadian True Crime gives back monthly. This month we have donated to:

Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime 

Podcast recommendation:

I’m not a Monster

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NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR | In 2019, Josh Whiteway and Suzanne Lush were ready to return to Calgary after spending a wonderful week with their families in Lewisporte, NL. But on the way to the airport, they would be involved in a tragic crash that would change their lives forever.

PLEASE NOTE: This episode referrs to a “car accident” or “accident” a few times, but we’ve since been informed that “accident” should not be used when it comes to impaired driving. According to MADD Canada, the crashes, deaths and injuries caused by impaired driving are not “accidents”. They are 100% preventable. Please keep this in mind as you listen.

Podcast recommendation:

The Hopeful - Canadian show of the year for 2020.

Described as a "riveting story" and "beautifully inspiring tale of perseverance and strength", this is the story of a man’s journey from Iran to Canada, told with the help of his daugher.

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MANITOBA | In 2000, Beverley Rowbotham moved her family from Saskatchewan to Manitoba after her husband Mark Stobbe was offered a high-profile job there. But as they started settling into their new house, the problems started…. and it was one thing after another.

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to organizations helping those facing injustice.

This month we have donated to:

The Alpha House Project - Winnipeg - a year-long program for women and their children leaving an abusive relationship. 

Podcast recommendation:

Island Crime: Gone Boys

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QUEBEC | In 1989, 23-year-old Joe Rose and a friend boarded a Montreal bus home in the early morning hours. What happened next would be described as a turning point for the LGBTQ+ rights movement in Quebec.

Recommended resources for further reading:

Prejudice to pride: The forgotten murder of Joe Rose, by Richard Burnett, special to the Montreal Gazette

Sex Garage raid a turning point in Montreal’s LGBT activism by Richard Burnett, special to the Montreal Gazette

HIV basics from Catie.ca (Canada’s source for HIV and hepatitis C information)

People living with HIV in Canada: infographic [PDF]

Canadian True Crime donates monthly. This month’s donation has gone to:

Interligne.co - offers 24/7 support to LGBTQ + people in both English and French, as well as their loved ones and staff in community, school, health and social services.

2SLGBTQIA+ Youth hotline: text or phone 1 888 505-1010 - there are no taboo subjects :)

Podcast recommendation:

Framed - An Investigative Story

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Writing: Kristi Lee

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ONTARIO | 82 year old Richard Humble needed knee surgery, but because he lived alone, he would need a caregiver to help him as he recovered. An old friend recommended someone who might be able to help him—but what she ended up doing was the exact opposite.

*Please note - some names in this episode have been changed to protect the privacy of innocent parties.

Any links between names chosen and real people involved in the story are coincidental.

Podcast recommendation

Court Junkie

Elder abuse resources

Canada - Call toll-free 1 800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232), itsnotright.ca/, www.canada.ca/seniors, Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse

Australia - Protecting the Rights of Older Australians

US - National Center on Elder Abuse

UK - Action on Elder Abuse

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BRITISH COLUMBIA | In May of 2011, 20 year old Maddy Scott and a friend attended a party at Hogsback Lake in British Columbia. They were supposed to camp for the night, but the friend decided to leave, and Maddy was eventually left by herself. This was the last time anyone saw her alive.

UPDATE - MAY 2023:

The RCMP has confirmed the remains of Madison Scott were found on a rural property not far from Hogback Lake, where she had been camping with friends. No cause of death has been released, but police say foul play has not been ruled out, and the investigation is ongoing. Our thoughts are with the Scott family at this time. We hope for their sake there will be more answers coming soon. More information from Prince George Citizen.

WATCH: The Vanishing of Madison Scott and the Recreation video

VISIT: www.madisonscott.ca

JOIN: Facebook Group: Help Find Madison Scott

DONATE: Via paypal to help her family continue to raise awareness

VIEW: Pictures of Maddy and the missing poster

$100,000 REWARD: Anyone with information can contact the Vanderhoof RCMP at 250-567-2222 or to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Podcast recommendation

Crimelines - see Barry and Honey Sherman episode

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Make sure you listen to Episode 79 first!

Find Lili Knighton:

Website: www.LiliKnighton.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knightonmentalhealth/

Approximate timestamps:

0.00 Lili talks about her background including trials of Paul Bernardo and Bradley Edwards (Claremont Serial Killer trial)

4:00 Serial Killers and their motivations

10:00 Was Fyfe really determined to avoid the spotlight?

11:45 Serial Killer “patterns” and escalation from break and enters to rapes and murders (re Golden State Killer)

15:45 What if he hadn’t left that fingerprint - was he in a frenzy at the end?

17:30 He was said to have committed up to 25 murders – if this was true, why did he only confess to four additional?

19:45 Fyfe’s abusive childhood – how did it come into play with his later crimes?

21:45 Fyfe’s son “the only thing he found precious”

BREAK (note timestamps are very approximate after this depending on where you live and what ads you hear)

24:00 Necrophilia and sexual assault motivations

29:00 Why was the media so reluctant to report on the more “gruesome details”?

31:45 Plumber Rapist profile vs William Fyfe

34:00 Hazel Scattolon – the first crime he confessed to was just as bad as the last one. Why? And did he know her?

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