Canadian True Crime

SASKATCHEWAN - It was 2006, and ten year old Zachary Miller was enjoying the summer on his family’s farm near the tiny town of Whitewood, Saskatchewan. A man walked up the driveway with a teenage boy, wanting to buy eggs—and Zach's life would never be the same again.Child Personal Safety Resources: Canadian Centre for Child Protection is a national charity dedicated to the personal safety of all children, and provides resources and education.The National Crime Prevention Council provides resources to parents on how to teach kids about strangers:Canada: The Missing Children Society of Canada provides resources for what to do if your child goes missing:United States: The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provides resources for what to do if your child goes missing: https://www.missingkids.org/gethelpnow/isyourchildmissing.#BlackLivesMatter donations and support:Canada: How You Can Support Black People Today, Tomorrow & Forever by Refindery 29United States: Places to Donate thanks to The Fal

[ Part 3 of 3 ] ALBERTA - In 2012, a toddler would get sick, and the decisions of his parents would inspire much debate in the years to come.Links to Tawny Platis fundraiserGoFundMeFaceBook EventGetVokl eventPodcast recommendation:Fetal AbductionThanks for supporting my sponsors!See the special offer codes hereCredits:Research: Haley Gray and Portia BejannyResearch and writing: Haley Gray and Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams  All credits and 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 3 ] ALBERTA - In 2012, a toddler would get sick, and the decisions of his parents would inspire much debate in the years to come.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!See the special offer codes hereCredits:Research: Haley Gray and Portia BejannyResearch and writing: Haley Gray and Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams  All credits and 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 1 of 3 ] ALBERTA - In 2012, a toddler would get sick, and the decisions of his parents would inspire much debate in the years to come.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!See the special offer codes hereCredits:Research: Haley Gray and Portia BejannyResearch and writing: Haley Gray and Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams  All credits and 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.

TORONTO, ONTARIO - In 2015, successful construction entrepreneur Sina Parsi left for a soccer game, but didn't return home. An unexpected story would unravel.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!See the special offer codes hereFind out what perks you can get as a patron:www.patreon.com/CanadianTrueCrimeCredits:Research and writing: Stephanie Moore and Kristi LeeNarration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing: We Talk of DreamsAll credits and 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 a 2 part series ]REGINA, SASKATCHEWANPart 2 of the story of a sweet 16 year old girl would become the focal point of a devastating story of twisted obsession and revenge.Find out more about: The Robb Nash Project Needhelpnow.cakidshelpphone.caCredits: Research: Enya BestResearch and writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and 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 1 of a 2 part series ]REGINA, SASKATCHEWANIn 2015, a much-loved 16 year old girl would become the focal point of a devastating story of twisted obsession and revenge would shock the city of Regina and leave her loved ones heartbroken.Find out more about: The Robb Nash Project Credits: Research: Enya BestResearch and writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and 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.

TORONTO, ONTARIO In the late 1940s and early 1950s, Edwin Alonzo Boyd terrorized Toronto through a series of daring bank robberies... bringing along a band of bank-robbing misfits known as the Boyd Gang.Thank you to my generous sponsors!You can find the codes, where applicable, at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsFind out more about: Book: Edwin Alonzo Boyd: The Life and Crimes of Canada’s Master Bank Robber by Nate HendleyPodcast recommendation: Mens Rea - an Irish True Crime podcast  Credits: Research and writing: Nate HendleyEditing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and 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 3 of a 3 part series]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city, and one of its most prominent and powerful families, into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated. Thank you to my generous sponsors!You can find the codes, where applicable, at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsFind out more about: BOOK: Shadow of Doubt - The Trials of Dennis Oland  by Bobbi-Jean MackinnonDOCO: The Oland Murder by CBC (only available in Canada)Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and information sources can be found at https://canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes/2020/2/14/60-the-murder-of-richard-oland   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[PART 2 OF 3]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city—and one of its most prominent and powerful families—into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated.  I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about:Cool Mules podcast from Canadaland MediaCriminal Conduct podcastWant more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episode.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[PART 1 OF 3]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city—and one of its most prominent and powerful families—into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated.  I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about:Podcast Recommendation: Crime Machine Want more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episode, in the days after the episode is released.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a conversation with Nate Hendley - who researched and wrote the episode, and criminologist Dr Lee Mellor. Also in this audio is me, Jordan from Nighttime, and Aaron from The Generation Why.Learn more about:Nate Hendley and his books Lee Mellor's podcast Murder Was the Case   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An Irish immigrant family arrived in Lucan, Ontario in the 1840s, and almost immediately clashed with members of the local community. A fiery dispute erupted that would last for decades and escalate into madness, leaving a pile of bodies in its wake.I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about: Toronto true crime author Nate Hendley's collection of booksDocumentary: The Donnellys (2017) Want more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Nate Hendley Editing, narration, music arrangement: Kristi Lee Audio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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.