[Part 2 of 2] Continuing our look back at cases we've covered that have had major updates or have attracted notable feedback. Approximate timestamps: 1:20 - Jacob Hoggard Trial 10:30 - The Brentwood Five (Matthew de Grood) 20:15 - Dellen Millard, Mark Smich and other criminals serving consecutive life sentences 29:00 - The Giant Mine Murders - 30th Anniversary 32:30 - The Renfrew County Massacre - Inquiry update 35:30 - The Survival of Zach Miller 38:20 - Feedback around using AI Voices in episodes 41:10 - Albert Johnson Walker (the murder of Ronald Platt) 45:00 - Paul Bernardo’s recent parole controversy and the aftermath More info: GIVEAWAY: Lay Them To Rest by Laurah Norton - it's easy to enter for the chance to win one of five hardcover copies. Deadline November 30. See link above for T&Cs. PODCAST RECOMMENDATION: Giant - Murder Underground, a seven-part series looking back on the Giant Mine Murders. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[Part 1 of 2] In this two-part series, we report back on cases that have had major updates or have attracted notable feedback over this past year. Kristi will also be addressing some of the most common comments and feedback received. Part 2 is available ad-free now on CTC premium feeds: Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast Available to all in one week - November 21. Approximate timestamps 4:00 - Disappearance of Madison Scott 8:00 - Saskatoon Freezing Deaths - Darrel Night 10:40 - The Brampton High School Shootings 15:00 - Legacy Christian Academy Scandal 19:00 - Kelly Favro’s Story (Publication Bans) 33:00 - Opioid Crisis Feedback 41:00 - Lush & Whiteway Families (Newfoundland Car Crash) 47:00 - January Lapuz Feedback 1:03:00 - Responding to more generic feedback More info: PODCAST: Crackdown is an awardwinning and highly-regarded Canadian podcast led by and about people who use drugs, and their stories. JANUARY LAPUZ: follow Florence Ashley www.florenceashley.com and X/Twitter. See the page for this episode at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes for all the sources quoted. LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY: More detail on the class action lawsuit here, and you can donate to support the ex-students here BOOK GIVEAWAY: Lay Them To Rest by Laurah Norton - it's easy to enter for the chance to win one of five hardcover copies. Deadline November 30. See link above for T&Cs. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Additional content warning: this episode includes mention of intimate partner violence, suicidal ideation, and grooming and sexual assault of an underage person. No graphic details will be given. Please take care when listening. A doctor repeatedly and intentionally betrays his oath to do no harm, setting off a chain reaction that escalates to murder.  More info: Fatal Prescription: A Doctor Without Remorse, written by John Griffiths & Shelly Charalambus Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime, who offer support, research and education to survivors, victims and their families. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special ad-free presentation to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the murder of Beverley Rowbotham, a wife and mother of two young boys. About three years ago, Canadian True Crime released an episode about Beverley’s case, and earlier this year we were contacted by members of her family who wanted to discuss the case. We’ve kept in contact and at their suggestion, we’re republishing the episode ad-free today, re-mastered and slightly updated, to keep Beverley's memory fresh and make sure she isn't forgotten. To be continued.... See photos: Bev's killer sure was tidy by Tom Brodbeck, Winnipeg Sun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1975, a teenager walked into his high school carrying two rifles in a black guitar case. This is the story of the first ever mass shooting at a secondary school in Canada, and how it spurred changes to Canadian firearms laws. More info: 1975 SCHOOL SHOOTING: "There were not words to describe this sort of thing..." - Brampton Guardian A TRAGEDY’S LONG SHADOW - Toronto Star Brampton Centennial has built a memorial to help the 1975 school shooting survivors heal - CBC News Giveaway: Hot Docs Podcast Festival - Creators Forum To support local creators in podcasting, Canadian True Crime has teamed up with Acast to give away five (5) Creators Passes to the Hot Docs Podcast Festival 2023 Creators Forum - October 19 and 20. More details and how to enter - deadline is end of day Tuesday, October 10 Podcast recommendation: Severed Affair: The Gruesome Murder of Shad Thyrion, a Law&Crime Original Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. This month we have donated to the Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime, who offer support, research and education to survivors, victims and their families. Learn more at crcvc.ca. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 3 of 3 ] The truth about Canada’s Opioid Crisis is complicated and multi-faceted, but many experts in the field are clear about what’s going wrong. In this final part, we'll explore the evidence and data, and delve into what addiction is and where it originates. We'll look at what grief-stricken families are saying about Canada's slow and limited response to the opioid crisis—and what they are demanding be done instead. Finally, we’ll circle back to Mary Breen for her reflections on the sentencing hearing for the young man convicted of selling her daughter Sophie the fentanyl that killed her. Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis: Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction  About Opioids - Canada.ca More info: Any Kind of Luck at All a memoir by Mary Fairhurst Breen (Sophie Breen's mother) Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada's Opioid Crisis by Benjamin Perrin Indictment: The Criminal Justice System on Trial by Benjamin Perrin Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Content warning: this episode includes mentions of Indigenous trauma, residential schools and the 60s scoop. [ Part 2 of 3 ] Through the stories of four young Canadians from completely different walks of life—who all met the same devastating fate, we explore how Canada got itself into the mess that is the opioid crisis. In this episode, you'll hear the stories of Skye Crassweller and Morgan Goodridge. Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis: Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction  About Opioids - Canada.ca More info: SKYE CRASSWELLER (REPORT): Skye’s Legacy: A focus on belonging - Office of the Representative for Children and Youth  MORGAN GOODRIDGE: After her son died of an overdose, this woman wants to fight opioid crisis with urgency of COVID-19, CBC Radio, 2020 Overdose: Heartbreak and Hope in Canada's Opioid Crisis, by Benjamin Perrin Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm. Release schedule: Part 3 will be released to all September 12. For premium feed subscribers, it will be available ad-free September 7. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full credits, resources, information sources and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 1 of 3 ] Through the stories of four young Canadians from completely different walks of life—who all met the same devastating fate, we explore how Canada got itself into the mess that is the opioid crisis. Sophie Breen, Seth MacLean, Skye Crassweller and Morgan Goodridge were among the almost 40,000 Canadians who have died of toxic drug poisoning since 2016. Most of these deaths were accidental, caused by street drugs contaminated with deadly illegal fentanyl. In this series, we learn what their families are saying about the current response to the opioid crisis, as we explore answers to urgent questions: How do we stop the steadily rising drug poisoning deaths? And why are so many Canadians seeking oblivion to escape from their pain in the first place? Special thanks to the families of Sophie Breen, Seth MacLean and Morgan Goodridge. Resources for those affected by the Opioid Crisis: Provincial Resources - Moms Stop the Harm Opioid Resources - Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction  About Opioids - Canada.ca More information: Sophie Breen - Our family member died of a fentanyl overdose. We don’t think the man who supplied the drugs should go to prison by Mary Fairhurst Breen and Emma Feltes, Globe & Mail Seth MacLean died in July. Authorities buried him weeks later without telling his family by John Lancaster, CBC news Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. In honour of August 31, International Overdose Awareness day, we’ve donated to Moms Stop the Harm. Weekly release schedule. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full credits, resources, information sources and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 3 of 3 ] The allegations result in criminal charges. #legacyofabuse Content Warning: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court. More info: CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF] CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick View News clippings and other archival evidence downloaded [PDF] Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon Donate to the gofundme for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit. FULL LIST of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 2 of 3 ] Caitlin Erickson makes a discovery that prompts her to give a statement to police. #legacyofabuse Content Warning: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court. More info: CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF] CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick View News clippings and other archival evidence downloaded [PDF] Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon Donate to the gofundme for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 1 of 3 ] Since August of 2022, a cascade of distressing allegations have come to light by former students of a deeply intertwined evangelical Christian school and the church that runs it. So far, criminal charges have been laid on four men in positions of authority.... and more are likely to come. CONTENT WARNING: This series is about allegations of physical, sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse of students and minors at their church-run Christian school. There is heavy focus on corporal punishment, details of grooming and sexual assault of minors, mention of anti-LGBTQ+ and racist rhetoric, mention of self-harm and suicidal ideation. There are also details of religious, spiritual and supernatural beliefs as they relate to these specific allegations. While these allegations have resulted in criminal charges, they haven’t yet been proven or tested in court. In this three-part series, you’ll hear the stories that led to these allegations, as we explore how a set of beliefs that demand absolute conformity and obedience from children—and rely on physical punishment as the main motivator, can be ripe for unchecked abuse. Years of alleged gaslighting, conditioning and indoctrination set up students of Legacy Christian Academy and schools like it to be “perfect victims”—taught to blindly submit to authority, doubt the reality of their own experiences, and fear any number of consequences for speaking up. More info: CLASS ACTION: See Latest info and download the Legal Statement of Claim [PDF] CBC News investigation: Exorcisms, violent discipline and other abuse alleged by former students of private Sask. Christian school | CBC News by Jason Warick Follow Caitlin Erickson on Twitter and Tiktok Subscribe to the Legacy of Abuse Podcast and follow on TikTok, Twitter, and Patreon Donate to the GoFundMe for the Legacy of Abuse Class Action Lawsuit. See the full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three emergency phone calls, two dead teenagers, one smoking gun, and no witnesses—besides the man who was responsible. This is a landmark case that famed criminal defence lawyer Edward L Greenspan would cite as being one of two he worked on over his career that he found to be especially satisfying. Although this particular case flew under the radar, it would have a profound impact on another very high-profile case that we covered last year in this podcast. More info: Greenspan, the Case for the Defence, by Edward Greenspan and George Jonas, 1987 [Greenspan] fell in love with the romance of the law... by Sean Fine, The Globe and Mail, 2014 SEBASTIAN BURNS and ATIF RAFAY: Washington: no death penalty for Rafay and Burns, CBC News, 2001 MICHAEL BRYANT: Decades-old ruling influenced decision to drop charges in Bryant case by Shannon Kari, National Post, 2010 injustice. Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. To commemorate Pride month we’ve donated to the Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity who provide education, research and advocacy to empower gender and sexually diverse communities. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dream husband, dream wedding, dream honeymoon, dream home - Mary had it all by the age of 26. But a nightmare was waiting for her just around the corner… More information: Madison Scott Update:   Article in the Prince George Citizen  Anyone with information to further the investigation should contact the RCMP Tipline at 778-290-5291 or 1-877- 543-4822. Listen to episode 80: The Disappearance of Madison Scott.  Mary Nelles:  Philanthropist's cousin...... by Tamara Cherry, Toronto Star Eccentric Millionaire "Like a tortured soul", Toronto Star See pictures on the Canadian True Crime Facebook  Instagram  Twitter For reference: Couple in dispute with landlord over basement mould before killing: Hamilton Police, Global News Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. To commemorate Pride month we’ve donated to the Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity who provide education, research and advocacy to empower gender and sexually diverse communities. Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast, giving you access 24 hours early without the ads. Please note: case-based episodes will always be available to all, we will never put them exclusively behind a paywall. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 3 of 3 ] Accusations of coaching witnesses and shaky alibis are levelled at the defenders and supporters of Colin Thatcher. His own contribution from the stand? Deny, deny, deny. And though the jury comes to a verdict, this story doesn’t end there. Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse. Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. This month we have donated in memory of JoAnn Wilson to the Regina Transition House, an emergency crisis shelter for women and children in the city. Learn more at www.reginatransitionhouse.ca. More information: A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins Podcast recommendation: True Crime Byline Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 2 of 3 ] After JoAnn Wilson was shot in the shoulder in her kitchen, she backed down from the custody fight. Colin Thatcher was rewarded for outlasting her, but his fixation was far from over. A series of witnesses would come forward with information almost impossible to believe, revealing a political liability hiding a multitude of secrets behind closed doors. Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse. The final part of this series will be released on Sunday, May 21. LISTEN EARLY & AD FREE: Part 3 will be released mid-week on the premium feeds, where you can listen without any of the ads. CTC premium feeds release episodes at least 24 hours early and are available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. More information: A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins Cycle of Abuse: Understanding the 4 Parts Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode atwww.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[ Part 1 of 3 ] This is the high-profile tale of one of Canada’s most controversial political families. Several twisted tragedies are wrapped up in this decades-long saga with themes of love and hate, violence and revenge, power and control, divided families and shattered lives—all set against the 1980s backdrop of rural Saskatchewan. Content Warning: this episode contains mentions of domestic abuse. This is a weekly series: Parts 2 and 3 will be released to all on May 14 and 21. Listen ad-free and early on CTC premium feeds, available on Amazon Music (included with Prime), Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast. Newsletter Recommendation - Pod The North Pod The North - a newsletter about Canadian podcast discovery and ecosystem commentary by Kattie Laur More information: The Facts about Gender-Based Violence A Canadian Tragedy: JoAnn and Colin Thatcher: A Story of Love and Hate by Maggie Siggins. Full list of resources, information sources, credits and music credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Crisis Line for Indian Residential School Survivors: call 1-800-721-0066 More information: Kelly Favro / Publican Ban: GoFundMe (for those able to donate financially). About January: Watch My Name Was January, Sher Vancouver, Sher Vancouver Podcast and Youth Award Full list of resources, information sources, and credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes CTC Episode 50: The Murder of Tracy Tom  Canadian True Crime donates monthly to help those facing injustice. This month we have donated to the Sher Vancouver LGBTQ+ Friends Society Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast.  Credits: Special thanks to Alex Sangha and Ash Brar from Sher Vancouver. Research: Eliot Newton Writing, sound design, additional research: Kristi Lee Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams Production assistance: Jesse Hawke Script consulting: Carol Weinberg Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[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 Macfarlane Additional research and writing, sound design: Kristi Lee Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams Production assistance: Jesse Hawke Script consulting: Carol Weinberg Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby For the full list of resources, information sources, and credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

[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 Sherman Toronto Star: Suspicion | The Billionaire Murders: The hunt for the killers of Honey and Barry Sherman 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 Macfarlane Additional research and writing, sound design: Kristi Lee Audio editing and production, theme songs: We Talk of Dreams Production assistance: Jesse Hawke Script consulting: Carol Weinberg Disclaimer voiced by Erik Krosby For the full list of resources, information sources, and credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, 2023 Follow on twitter: @AmendPubBanLaws  Visit website: www.MyVoiceMyChoice.org More information: Samantha Geiger’s story Jade Neilson’s story Morrell Andrews’ story and victim impact statement Court document removing Kelly's publication ban Resources for Sexual Violence and Abuse: REES Community Ending Violence Canada Listen ad-free and early: CTC premium feeds are available on Amazon Music - included with Prime, Apple Podcasts, Patreon and Supercast.  For the full list of resources, information sources, and credits: See the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.