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Northern Dark | True Canadian Crime

Northern Dark Podcast
Gun Control
RCMP
Nova Scotia
Danforth Shooting
Gun Violence
Pictou County
Christine Jessop
Gender-Based Violence
Highway Of Tears
Jack Family
Mass Casualty Commission
Public Safety
Emergency Alerts
Toronto
Jack Sullivan
Lilly Sullivan
Nicole Morin
Prince George
Domestic Violence
Memorials

Northern Dark: True Canadian Crime is a documentary-style true crime podcast focused on Canadian crime. From mass shootings and serial killers to cold cases, missing persons, and unsolved murders, each episode offers a respectful, in-depth examination of crimes that shaped communities across Canada.

New episodes released weekly. Listener discretion advised.

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Latest Episodes

Three disappearances. Three timelines that suddenly stop.

In this episode of Northern Dark, we examine the cases of Kenley Matheson, Emma Fillipoff, and Marshal Iwaasa—three Canadians who vanished under circumstances investigators still can’t explai... more

Online grooming and sextortion cases are rising across Canada. In this episode, we examine how coercive networks operate through platforms like Discord and Roblox, how grooming progresses into leverage, and what Canadian law enforcement says about th... more

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Most trafficking in Canada doesn’t begin with abduction. It begins with trust.

In Episode 34, we examine Justice Canada’s Finding Our Voices report alongside 2024 national data to understand how exploitation actually starts, why minors are most vuln... more

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On February 10, 2026, the small town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia became the site of one of the deadliest school shootings in modern Canadian history. Eight victims were killed. Dozens more were injured. The suspect also died at the scene.

In ... more

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Marc
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4.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Ai hosts?

    Why does the conversation at the end feel like ai?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vgrcjm
    Canadaa month ago
  • Great Canadian True Crime

    I like that it’s stories about cases from across Canada. Easy to follow, easy to binge, and consistently interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuckilyIListen
    Canada3 months ago
  • Captivating!!

    Easy listen and grabbed my attention right from the start! Will be listening to more. I like that they review Canadian crimes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Be Mindful 2025
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I find the episodes to be engaging and they are not too long so I can listen while driving or getting chores done. I also like that there are new episodes available frequently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hello125729
    Canada6 months ago

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The podcast receives positive feedback for its focus on under-represented stories and its respectful approach to sensitive topics.
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Listeners appreciate the easy-to-follow format and engaging storytelling, making it suitable for both casual listening and in-depth engagement.

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ND EP: 9 - Christine Jessop Murder: How DNA Freed Paul Morin
Q: What impact has Innocence Canada had since 1993?
Innocence Canada has exonerated 29 individuals, demonstrating the need for reform and advocacy against wrongful convictions.
ND EP: 9 - Christine Jessop Murder: How DNA Freed Paul Morin
Q: What has Christine Jessop's case changed in Canada?
It has transformed how forensic science is used in court and raised awareness about wrongful convictions caused by tunnel vision.
ND EP: 4 - The Vanishing of the Jack Family
Q: What moved you about this missing family?
It was that phone call. Ronnie calling his mom, saying they'd be gone for two weeks, that there was daycare for the kids.
ND EP: 4 - The Vanishing of the Jack Family
Q: Mark, can I ask, when you first came across this case, what was it that stayed with you?
Honestly, it was how quiet it all was. I have never heard about this case before, researching it for the podcast.

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Focused on the chilling narratives of Canadian crimes, this podcast explores a wide range of true crime stories, offering listeners respectful and in-depth examinations of events that have significantly impacted communities across Canada. Episodes cover cases like mass shootings, serial killers, cold cases, and missing persons, often connecting broader societal implications and highlighting systemic issues within the justice system. The documentary-style storytelling creates an engaging atmosphere, allowing listeners to reflect on the complexities of each case while honoring the victims' stories. With weekly releases, the podcast keeps audiences hooked on both recent crimes and historical cases that resonate deeply within Canadian society.

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Northern Dark launched 8 months ago and published 36 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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