Episodes
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...
Published 04/17/23
[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...
Published 04/02/23
[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....
Published 03/26/23
We've received such a great response from the Kelly Favro series, and we couldn't have done it without you! In this update, we hear from Kelly Favro herself about how the petition is going and what to expect next. LAST CHANCE TO SIGN THE PETITION! Help SA survivors like Kelly, Jade and Samantha take back personal agency and control over the application of a publication ban in their name. www.tinyurl.com/PubBanPetition * After you’ve signed, there is a second step - please check your email...
Published 03/09/23
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...
Published 03/07/23
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...
Published 03/06/23
[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...
Published 02/22/23
[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...
Published 02/15/23
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 Violence Canada: https://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help-2/ US: https://www.thehotline.org/ Signs you’re in an abusive relationship - and...
Published 02/07/23
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...
Published 01/18/23
Please note: it's just for a month - we'll be back with a new episode on February 15. Hi everyone - Kristi here. It's never my preference to miss a publication date, but with sincere apologies, it's become apparent that we at Canadian True Crime need to take a short pause to regroup. We've decided to delay the next new episode by a month so that we can maintain the quality of the show you all want to hear — while also taking care of ourselves. We will be back with a new episode on February...
Published 01/15/23
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...
Published 12/15/22
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...
Published 11/29/22
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 documentsCourt reporting of Alyshah Hasham for the Toronto StarLive tweets from Sean O'Shea for Global NewsDispelling the myths...
Published 11/22/22
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...
Published 11/15/22
[ 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...
Published 11/08/22
Sheree Warren left her job in Salt Lake City on a mild October evening in 1985. She told a coworker she was headed to meet her estranged husband, Charles Warren, at a car dealership. But she never made it, Sheree vanished. When her car mysteriously surfaced weeks later, hundreds of miles away in Las Vegas, no one could say how it got there.   When a young mother disappears under unexplained circumstances, police always turn suspicious eyes towards the husband. And although there was distrust...
Published 11/02/22
[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...
Published 11/01/22
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...
Published 10/15/22
[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 AD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium Feeds Sign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or Supercast Credits: Research: Enya Best Narration, writing: Kristi Lee Audio...
Published 10/02/22
[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 -...
Published 10/01/22
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  Canadian...
Published 09/15/22
Hi everyone! We're currently on a summer break - back with the next season on September 15. In the meantime, look out for the annual Case Updates episode coming soon. You'll hear major updates, audience feedback, Kristi's perspectives and more. Thanks so much for listening! www.canadiantruecrime.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/15/22
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.ca AD-FREE episodes are available via our Premium Feeds Sign up via Apple Podcasts, Patreon or Supercast Images This...
Published 08/01/22
[ 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...
Published 07/01/22