Canadian True Crime

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO: Millionaire nursing home operators Helmuth and Hanna Buxbaum were driving back from Toronto airport after picking up their nephew. Seeing a stranded motorist, they pulled over to see if they could help. But it wasn't a stranded motorist. Podcast recommendations: Brew Crime Sponsor codes :I appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see a list with any applicable codes here :) Credits: Research: Haley GreyWriting, narration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All other credits - including information sources - can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BRITISH COLUMBIA: In 2015, RCMP near Fort St John pulled up a white pickup truck for a routine traffic stop. The woman driving it was not the owner. As the RCMP investigated, a strange story unravelled.Find out more about: BLOOD TIES: A scripted audio series starring Gillian Jacobs, Josh Gad, and Amy Landecker. When legendary pediatric cardiologist and businessman, Dr. Peter Richland, is killed in a plane crash two days before Christmas, secrets begin to emerge about his dealings with female colleagues throughout his career. These disturbing revelations thrust his children, Eleonore and Michael, into a fight they’re completely unprepared for. Listen now at wondery.fm/BTCTrueCrimeThe Pit - CBC Investigative podcastUnresolved podcastTrue Crime Fan Club podcast Sponsor codes :I appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see the codes here :)Credits: Research and co-writing: Anna PriestlandVoiceovers: Lanie from True Crime Fan Club, Michael from UnresolvedCo-writing, narration, music

*As promised, this is Part 2 of the story, produced by Nighttime.The story of Loretta Saunders is expanded upon via an in depth conversation between Jordan of Nighttime and the person who vowed to carry on Loretta’s advocacy work… her sister Delilah Saunders.  Credits:Musical Theme: Tremors by Vox Somnia https://voxsomniamusic.bandcamp.com/Contact:Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepodEmail: NightTimePodcast@gmail.comSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Halifax, Nova Scotia - In 2014, 26 year old Loretta Saunders – a proud Inuk woman – was in Halifax completing her university thesis on missing and murdered indigenous women and girls. She went out to run an errand and didn’t return. What happened to her – and the resulting activism of her family – would have far-reaching effects.*A collaboration with Nighttime Podcast. Find out more about:Missing and Murdered: Finding CleoFollow Delilah Saunders on TwitterSponsor codesI appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see the codes here :)Credits:Research: Enya Best and Kristi LeeWriting, narration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll other credits - including information sources - can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 2 of 2 ] The conclusion to the story of The Abbotsford Killer. Find out who he was, how he was brought to justice, and where everyone is today.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!The current discount codes can be found hereFind out more about:+ BOOK: Rod Gehl's book "Through the Valley of the Shadow - The Search for the Abbotsford Killer+ The Papaya Podcast - GUEST APPEARANCE: Kristi's "behind the scenes" interview. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts here, or visit the website. Episode was released early November, 2019 and is called The One Where We Talk About Canadian True Crime with Kristi Lee.Credits:Research and writing: Stephanie MooreEditing and narration: Kristi LeeAudio editing, music arrangement, audio production, theme song: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeAll other credits and information sources can be found at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes on the page for this episode.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 1 of 2 ] The Abbotsford Killer, BC - On October 13, 1995, two teenage girls were walking along a familiar street as they were heading to a party. Along the way, they encountered a man who would change not only their lives, but the lives of their two families, multiple police districts and an entire community. For the next seven months that man played a game of cat and mouse, terrorizing the community. Thanks for supporting my sponsors!The current discount codes can be found hereFind out more about:CANADALAND podcast and the True Crime episode from last yearFool Me Twice podcastCredits:Research and writing: Stephanie MooreEditing and narration: Kristi LeeAudio editing, music arrangement, audio production, theme song: We Talk of DreamsVoice of Terry Driver: Jack Luna Dark Topic / Crime Machine podcastVoice of 911 operator: Lisa Mark Hines The Secret Life of Weddings podcastDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeAll other credits and information sources can be found at ca

TORONTO, ON - A late-night business meeting in a 1912 hydro yard ends in a serious crime. The case inspired an unprecedented public outcry at a time when hanging was still routinely applied for the most serious of offences.     To support my sponsors:See the list of my sponsors and discount codesFind out more about:Hot Docs Podcast Festival - Toronto, OntarioTrue Crime Podcast Festival - Kansas City, MissouriTrue Crime SwedenTrue Crime FinlandNate Hendley's books including: The Boy on the Bicycle, Stephen Truscott: Decades of InjusticeCredits: Research and writing: Nate HendleyEditing, narration: Kristi LeeConsulting on Jewish issues: Karen S.R.Audio editing: Erik KrosbyMusic composition:  SoularflairMusic arrangement, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeNewsapaper voiceover by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeTheme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll sources and music credits are on the page for this episode on my website: www.

[Bonus content between episodes ] I had lots of questions after covering Russell Williams - so I had a conversation with Dr Lee Mellor - Canadian profiler, author, criminologist and serial killer expert. He's also the host of Murder Was The Case.In typical Lee fashion, he doesn't hold back on any of his opinions. Definitely lots of food for thought. Disclaimer voiceover: Robin Warder from The Trail Went ColdTheme song by We Talk of Dreams  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] The interrogation of Russell Williams continues, and after that comes the fallout from his crimes.Find out more about:The Mysterious Mr Epstein - a new podcast from Wondery that answers all your questions about Jeffrey Epstein. Listen now at Wondery.fm/tcrime.Jim Can't Swim - YouTube Criminal Psychology - analysis of Russell Williams interrogationThe Mob Reporter - YouTube channelRedhanded Podcast Thank you for supporting my sponsors! The codes can be found here:canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing: Erik KrosbyEditing, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeTheme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll research sources and music credits are here: https://canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes/2019/9/12/51-russell-williams  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to a new season of Canadian True Crime!In 2010, 27 year old Jessica Lloyd was reported missing from her home in Belleville, Ontario. She hadn't shown up for work, and the last time anybody heard from her was a late evening text message the night before.A week after Jessica disappeared, the OPP called a man in for questioning. What he revealed to police over the next 10 hours would not only come to shock the nation, but many thousands of employees of the Canadian Forces to their core. The man sitting in front of police admitting to a string of escalating offences against women - some horrifically violent - was the LAST person they expected to apprehend.Find out more about:The Mob Reporter - watch the Russell Williams interrogationAll Crime No Cattle podcastWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing: Erik KrosbyEditing, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeDiscla

Back with the next full episode on Septmeber 15, but here's all of the major updates from the cases I've covered - as well as some of my thoughts and reflections.Approx timestamps of cases discussed:02:00 The Murder of Tori Stafford - update from her father, Rodney11:00 Elizabeth Wettlaufer - release of report after inquiry into what happened14:00 Sara and Taliyah - sentencing of Edward Downey16:00 The Brentwood Five - thoughts on this, my most controversial episode21:00 The Murder of Lyle and Marie McCann - update on parole of Travis Vader24:20 Curtis Vey and Angela Nicholson - surprising update27:50 Andrea Giesbrecht - surprising update29:40 The Murder of Laura Babcock (Dellen Millard) - a new struggle for Laura's family32:40 The Murder of Reena Virk - Kelly Ellard updateCredits:Research: Enya Best and Kristi LeeAudio editing and theme music: We Talk of DreamsInformation sources:https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/02d14 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/laura-babcock-death-certificate-1.5247168 ht

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIAIn 2003, a local dry cleaner was opening up his shop for the morning, when he saw an abandoned shopping cart with a large object slumped into it.Find out more about:True Crime Podcasts - Live in Toronto - August 18The Royal Cinema’s monthly signature seriesTrans Pulse ProjectGender Bandit.comPodcast recommendationsCrime Writers On (true crime podcast and documentary reviews, pop culture, and more)CBC's Uncover: The Cat Lady CaseWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsors* Correction notice: in the final paragraphs of this episode, a report from Statistics Canada was quoted. “….“Police-reported hate crime in Canada, 2017”, reports that from 2010 to 2017, there were 31 hate crimes targeting transgender or asexual people that were reported to police.” - Please note that the published report used incorrect terminology - the word asexual should actually be agender. Statistics Canada have been notified of this error and have promised

Bethe Wettlaufer finally comes to the attention of the police, and the full extent of her crimes is revealed.Want to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisNarration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeAudio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeCTC Theme song by We Talk of Dreams Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WOODSTOCK, ONTARIOThe decision to place an elderly relative in care is often a difficult and emotional process. That's why it’s vital that long term care facilities offer families peace of mind and reassurance that their loved one is safe and well cared for.This is a tale of where it all went terribly wrong.Find out more about:The Band Played On - a CBC Investigative PodcastWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisVoice of Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Bonnie from Writing About CrimeNarration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeAudio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BANGS FALLS, NOVA SCOTIAThe continuation of the story of one Canadian woman's life living with domestic violence.Learn more about:Sheltersafe.ca - services to support women trying to leave an abusive relationshipWarning signs you might be in an abusive relationshipWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsLive shows this summer:True Crime Podcasts - Live in Toronto | August 18, 2-5 pmTrue Crime Podcast Festival - Chicago | July 13, all day Podcast recommendations:Mugshot PodcastCorpus Delecti Credits: Research and writing: Haley GreyWriting, narration, music arrangement, mixing: Kristi Lee Audio editing: Erik Krosby Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BANGS FALLS, NOVA SCOTIAThis is the story of one Canadian woman's life living with domestic violence.Learn more about:True Crime Podcasts - Live in Toronto | August 18, 2-5 pmTrue Crime Podcast Festival - Chicago | July 13, all dayPodcast recommendation: OPPO - a politics discussion by CANADALANDWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Haley GreyWriting, narration, music arrangement, mixing: Kristi Lee Audio editing: Erik Krosby Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodesSupport the show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

CALGARY, ALBERTA - In 2016, a single mother failed to drop off her 5 year old daughter at daycare, and from there began a family's worst nightmare. Learn more about:True Crime Podcast Festival | Chicago, July 13True Crime Podcasts - Live in Toronto | Toronto, August 18 (tickets coming soon!)Unresolved Podcast  Want to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits:Research and writing: Charlie WorrollNarration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeAudio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodesSupport the show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

CALGARY, ALBERTA - Early in the morning in 2014 police in responded to three separate 911 calls. There had been a stabbing incident at a house in Brentwood, a suburb in the northwest of the city. It only took police a few minutes to arrive, and once they did, the scene that greeted them would be something they would never forget.Learn more about:Quinterra Legacy GardenEspionage by Parcast NetworkWant to support sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits:Research: Suzanne St JohnWriting, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeAudio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Other credits and sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodesSupport the show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

CHATHAM, ONTARIO In 1998, a shocking tragedy would occur that would turn immediately a family upside down and divide a community along the way.Want to support sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsLearn more:Level 16 - new Canadian film | Watch the trailer | Follow on Facebook | Follow on InstagramRodney Stafford’s Ottawa Protest and how you can helpLife With Murder - 2009 documentary on the Jennifer Jenkins / Mason Jenkins story directed by John KastenerThe Vanished - episode on James CandyCrime Beat with Nancy HixtGet ad free episodes for $2 a month: www.patreon.com/canadiantruecrimeCredits:Research: Enya Best Writing, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi Lee Audio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeAll other credits including music and sources can be found on the episode page at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes. Support the show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informat