In advance of a municipal election in the early 1900s, there was a scandal that hit Saanich.

Saanich Archives Specialist, Kimberly Head, tells us the tale of Cowper’s Caper - when Municipal Clerk Hector Cowper embezzled thousands from the Municipality of Saanich!

Where did the money go, and was Hector the only thief involved? Who gave him glowing character references? Join us for local intrigue, mystery, and a look at how differently such scandals were handled back then.

When you’re done listening, check out the Saanich Archives at https://saanich.ca/archives