Canadian True Crime

[Part 1 of 2] This two-part series will report back on the cases we’ve covered that have had major updates over the past years.

Part 1: Approximate timestamps (give or take a few minutes)

7:00 Robert Pickton

13:00 Renfrew County Massacre

20:00 Madison Scott

23:00 Dellen Millard and Mark Smich

28:00 Multiple Murders / Consecutive sentences

33:00 The Harrison Family Murders

44:00 The Brentwood Five

53:00 Paul Bernardo

1:06:00 Use of AI Voices - update and feedback

More information on previous Canadian True Crime episodes:

Klaus Family Murders

Sara and Taliyah

Madison Scott - public plea for new information

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36-year old Susan Klassen had only lived in Whitehorse for a few years, but she made a considerable impact on the local community as a renowned modern storyteller with the Yukon International Storytelling Festival. Susan’s death—and the public outrage that followed—was named the #1 story in the Yukon for 1997.

“Throughout her life, she deeply touched the lives and hearts of many. Along with her love of nature, one of Susan’s greatest joys was to share her talent of storytelling.” - Obituary

If you or a loved one is experiencing family violence, help and resources are available. 

Support Services - Canadian Women's Foundation

Find family violence resources and services in your area - Canada.ca

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This episode is about an important case that became a watershed moment for the local community in Whitehorse, Yukon, and across the country. We’ve pieced it together from court documents and the news archives, most notably the reporting of Caroline Murray and Yvette Brend for the Whitehorse Daily Star. Our sincere condolences to Susan Klassen’s loved ones and anyone else affected by this crime. 

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Canadian True Crime has donated to Kaushee’s Place; a transition home for women and gender diverse people experiencing violence in the Yukon.

True Crime and Paranormal Podcast Festival

July 12-14, Denver, Colorado. Use code KRISTI for 15% discount off ticket prices.

www.truecrimepodcastfestival.com

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Part 2 of 2] The murder of 18-year-old Kimberly Proctor shocked her community and made national headlines. But as investigators soon discovered, there were many red flags and warning signs that weren’t taken seriously.

Through this series, we utilize case files released by police as well as relevant studies, statistics and scholarly articles to examine a number of issues related to the dynamics of teenage relationships in the online era. 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 series is closely related to our previous episode titled Cherish.

Additional content warning: this series includes graphic and distressing details of a murder and sexual assault, and while not the focus of the case there is brief mention of sexual assault against a child and cruelty to animals. 

Please respect the privacy of those involved in this case.

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.

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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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.

Monthly donation:

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.

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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

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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

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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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.

Monthly Donation:

Canadian True Crime has donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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.

Monthly Donation:

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

Full list of resources, information sources and credits:

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