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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
Public Safety
Emergency Alerts
Mass Casualty Commission
Toronto
Lilly Sullivan
Jack Sullivan
Nicole Morin
Prince George
Domestic Violence
Grief

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

On a November night in 1997, fourteen-year-old Reena Virk went to meet a group of teenagers near Craigflower Bridge in British Columbia. She never came home.

What followed was not a single moment of violence, but a slow escalation shaped by rumor, e... more

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Tonight on Northern Dark, we continue our examination of men who vanished without a trace in Canada.

In Part 2 of Missing Without a Trace, we focus on three men who disappeared in the British Columbia wilderness — places where people hike, trail run... more

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In Part One of this two-part episode, we examine three Canadian disappearances where people vanished from places meant to be safe — resort villages, park towns, and public walkways — leaving no confirmed route, no belongings, and no answers. Not to s... more

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On December 27, 2024, Toronto Police announced that DNA had linked three historic homicides to a single suspect — Kenneth Smith — decades after the crimes, and years after his death. In this episode, we examine how investigators revisited long-cold e... more

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Hosts

Mark
Host of Northern Dark, with a focus on true crime narratives and their societal implications.
Leah
Co-host known for providing insights and reflections on true crime stories and community impact.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • 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
    Canada2 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
    Canada3 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
    Canada4 months ago

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Critics have noted the podcast's ability to balance respect for victims while discussing sensitive topics.
Audience members have highlighted the thorough research and compelling storytelling as strengths of the show.
Listeners find the content engaging and relevant, particularly appreciating the focus on Canadian crimes.

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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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What is Northern Dark about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This documentary-style series offers a profound exploration of Canada's most haunting true crime stories, engaging audiences with its immersive storytelling and thorough research. The episodes cover a range of topics, including mass shootings, the plight of missing Indigenous women, wrongful convictions, and tragic local mysteries, all while emphasizing the societal impacts and ongoing discussions around justice and gun control. Each case draws attention to the victims and the broader systemic issues at play, making this series not just a recounting of events, but also a reflective commentary on violence and its repercussions in Canadian society. The seamless blend of powerful narratives and atmospheric sound design creates a chilling yet c... more

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