Canadian True Crime

[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.Listen ad-free and early:CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Credits:Research and writing: Eileen MacfarlaneAdditional research and writing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of DreamsProduction assistance: Jesse Hawke Script consulting: Carol WeinbergDisclaimer voiced by Erik KrosbyFor the full list of resources, information sources, and credits:See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime

[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 ShermanToronto Star: Suspicion | The Billionaire Murders: The hunt for the killers of Honey and Barry ShermanCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime.Listen ad-free and early:CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and S

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.---------------------------------------------------------------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, 2023Follow on twitter: @AmendPubBanLaws Visit website: www.MyVoiceMyChoice.orgMore inf

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,

[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 SpectatorCourt DocumentTORSO - The Evelyn Dick Case: CAMPBELL, Marjorie Freeman.: 9780770512033: Books - Amazon.caFamilicide in Canada: 2010-2019 | Canadian Domestic Homicide Prevention InitiativeCharacteristics of 4 Types of Family MurderersCanadian True Crime episode 32 - The Shafia FamilyCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing inju

[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

ONTARIO  The updated 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.Resources for Domestic ViolenceCanada: https://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help-2/US: https://www.thehotline.org/Signs you’re in an abusive relationship - and how to get helpSongs for Murdered Sisters 2023 Mini TourNow called Atwood, Heggie & Brahms - see ticket info hereWebsite: www.songsformurderedsisters.com/ Podcast recommendation: Devil in the DormIn late 2010, a middle-aged man moved into his daughter's college dorm and created what has all the hallmarks of a cult. Over the decade that followed, he extorted millions of dollars from vulnerable young adults through violence, psychological torture, and forced sex work. You can listen to Law&Crime’s Devil in

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 a previous episode. Canadian True Crime will be back with a new episode February 15. Thanks so much for your ongoing support and patience! :)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:Research: Cailen SwainResearch and writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of TrueTheme Song: We Talk of DreamsFull list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hos

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’

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:The full list can be found at the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.Get early, ad-free access via CTC premium feeds, available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing

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 CommunityEnding Violence Canada More information:Court documentsCourt reporting of Alyshah Hasham for the Toronto StarLive tweets from Sean O'Shea for Global NewsDispelling the myths about sexual assault | Ontario.caReporting by Judy Trinh:New Kirkland Lake complainant"Emma from Ottawa""Jessica from Toronto" Get early, ad-free access via CTC premium feeds, available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Credits:Research: Eileen MacFarlane of Crimelapse PodcastAdditional research, writing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsProduction assistance: Jesse HawkeTheme songs by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of

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 StarDispelling the myths about sexual assault | Ontario.caPutting Trials on Trial: Sexual Assault and the Failure of the Legal Profession: Craig, Elaine: 9780773552777: Books - Amazon.caNavigating Mutual Consent Agreements - lessons from BDSM/kink communitiesWhat BDSM can teach us about consentResources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:REES CommunityEnding Violence CanadaCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.Release scheduleNovember 22 and 29.Get early, ad-free access via CTC premium feeds, available on Amazon Mu

[ 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 TrinhResources for Sexual Violence and Abuse:REES CommunityEnding Violence CanadaCanadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to Good Night Out Vancouver & Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre.Release scheduleNovember 15, 22 and 29.Get early, ad-free access via CTC premium feeds, available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Credits:Research: Eileen MacFarl

[Part 1 of 5] CONTENT WARNING: Graphic details of violent sexual assault and allegations involving a minor.FROM CANADIAN IDOL TO CONVICTED SEX OFFENDERAs 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 codeEnding Violence Canada - SA Centres, Crisis Lines and Support ServicesRelease scheduleTo be released weekly on November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.Listen ad-free and early:CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. More information

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. AD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCredits:Research and writing: Emily G Thompson of Morbidology PodcastAdditional research and writing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsProduction assistance: Jesse Hawke Theme songs by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of TrueFull list of credits and information sourcesSee the page for each episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[Part 2 of 2] Cases that have had notable or major updates.Approximate timestamps:1:00 The Johnson Bentley Family Murders5:30 The Abbotsford Killer9:00 The Murder of Jagtar Gill15:00 Lush & Whiteway Families20:00 The Renfrew County Murders - 2022 Inquiry28:00 The Brentwood Five36:00 The Death of Ezekiel StephanAD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCredits:Research: Enya BestNarration, writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsTheme song and stingers: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of True  Information sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/12CN8SlHyYfrwMZQskoh9PYyyuCTG1t-E90ZnP498h1o/edit?usp=sharing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[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 Action5:00 Remembering the late Diem Saunders - sibling of Loretta Saunders  Read: “Remembering Loretta Saunders: A MMIW Story” by Diem Saunders9:00 Maranda Shelley Peters and Helen Betty Osborne21:00  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 Borutski35:00 The Beatle Bandit - now an awardwinning true crime book by Nate Hendley36:00

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 WalshSam's Place websiteSamantha's Saltwater Joys facebook pageFleur de Lys Soapstone Quarry National Historic Site and Museum Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice.This month we have donated to Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime AD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastCredits:Research: Gemma HarrisWriting, editing, sound design: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of TrueFull list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode  at canadiantruecrime.ca Hosted on Acast

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...Full list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode  at canadiantruecrime.caAD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium FeedsSign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or SupercastImagesThis long form piece has all the photos and great captions:(Spoilers!)Coupable! (Guilty) by Dave O'Malley on Vintage Wings of CanadaCredits:Research, writing, audio editing: Eileen MacfarlaneAdditional research, writing, sound design, audio production: Kristi LeeTheme by We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of True See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 6 of 6 ]  The conclusion. Review the evidence:WATCH: The Surveillance Footage at the mid-block pedestrian crosswayWATCH: Eyewitness statements and 911 call audioREAD:    Collision Reconstruction ReportREAD:    Transcript from May 25 2010 Court ProceedingMedia referenced in this episode:READ: Lost Boy: The death of Darcy Allan Sheppard, by Jennifer Wells, December 26, 2013WATCH: Michael Bryant's Ted X TalkREAD: 28 Seconds: A True Story of Addiction, Tragedy, and Hope by Michael Bryant, published by Viking, Toronto, 2012WATCH: 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’Canadian True Crime donates monthly to those facing injustice.This month we have donated to: Bicycle Messenger Emergency Fund Full list of resources and information sources and credits:See the page for this episode  at canadiantruecrime.caCredits:Research and production a