Where are Lilly and Jack Sullivan (Nova Scotian Children Missing Since May 2, 2025)

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In the quiet rural community of Lansdowne Station, Nova Scotia, six-year-old Lilly Sullivan and her four-year-old brother Jack were reported missing on the morning of May 2, 2025. Their home bordered dense forest, steep terrain, and mystery. What began as a frantic local search quickly grew into one of the most intensive missing persons investigations in Nova Scotia’s recent history.

In this multi-part series we follow the unfolding story of the Sullivan children—from the first hours of their disappearance through the RCMP’s evolving response, the emotional toll on the community, and the haunting questions that remain unanswered.

Part 1 - 4 Days Missing

Part 2 - One Week Missing

Part 3 - Two Weeks Missing

Bonus - Case Discussion with True North True Crime

Part 4 - Three Weeks Missing

Part 5 - Four Weeks Missing

Part 6: Six Weeks Missing

Part 7: Seven Week’s Missing

Part 8: Ten Weeks Missing

Part 9: Thirteen Weeks Missing

Part 10: Sixteen Weeks Missing

Part 11: Four Months Missing

Part 12: Five Months Missing

Part 13: New Witnesses, a Rouge Family Member, and a Puzzling Phone Call

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the Murder of Alfred Belyea (Suffield, Alberta - 2021)

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In the fall of 2021, Cypress County councilor Alfred “Alf” Belyea vanished from his home in the small Alberta hamlet of Suffield. Within a week, a hand drawn map would lead police to his body… hidden in a garbage bin on an abandoned farm a province away.

In this episode of The Canadian Gothic, we hear the story of Alfred and Deborah Belyea.

2025 Halloween Special - Ghost Stories from Canadian Gothic's Haunted Listeners

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For this Canadian Gothic Halloween special, we gather around a crackling campfire for a night of true ghost stories.

Jordan, Madelayne, and Aaron trade the studio for the open air to listen to chilling, unexplained, and sometimes heartfelt ghost stories sent in by listeners across the world.

From haunted accommodations in BC and Newfoundland, to a hockey puck dropped off by a deceased friend, these are stories told by those who lived them.

Alice Spence - the Woman in the Well (Saskatoon, SK)

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In 2006, a construction crew in Saskatoon unearthed a barrel hidden in an abandoned well, containing the preserved remains of a young woman murdered a century earlier.

For nearly twenty years she was known only as The Woman in the Well, as police tried facial reconstructions, DNA testing, and countless appeals for clues.

With the help of investigative genetic genealogy, her identity has finally been revealed: Alice Spence, a seamstress, wife, and mother.

This episode of Canadian Gothic traces Alice’s life, her erasure, and the modern science that brought her back into memory.

The Bizarre Murder of Blair Adams

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In July 1996, Blair Adams left his home in Surrey, British Columbia, convinced someone was trying to kill him. Over the course of just a few days, he emptied his savings and safety deposit box, attempted to cross the U.S. border multiple times, and made a frantic, illogical journey that ultimately led him to Knoxville, Tennessee — a city where he had no known ties.

There, his body was discovered in a construction site parking lot under bizarre circumstances: his pants had been forcibly removed, his socks were turned inside out, and thousands of dollars in cash, gold bars, and jewelry were scattered around him, untouched.

In this episode, we retrace Blair’s final days, follow his chaotic path across borders and states, and examine the theories surrounding one of the strangest unsolved mysteries of the 1990s. Was Blair fleeing someone real — or something only he believed in?

The Disappearance of Jane Smith (Sudbury, Ontario - August 9, 1975)

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On August 9, 1975, 20-year-old Jane Smith vanished from her Sudbury apartment without a trace. Fifty years later, her family is still living with the pain of not knowing what happened.

In this episode, I speak with two people at the center of this decades-old mystery: Jane’s younger brother, John Smith, and his daughter, Katie.

John shares what it was like to lose his sister and how her disappearance has shaped his family’s lives over the past half-century.

Katie, who never met her aunt, has taken on a different role — part investigator, part advocate — working to keep Jane’s story alive and urging anyone who knows the truth to come forward before it’s too late.

Episode Links:

Send information related to Jane’s disappearance to - FindJaneSmith1975@gmail.com

Jane Smith Profile on Crimestoppers - https://www.sudburycrimestoppers.com/sitemenu.aspx?P=MissingPersons&ID=267&SID=1371

Katie Smith’s Article in the Sudbury Star - https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/local-news/50-years-on-case-of-missing-sudbury-woman-still-unresolved

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Production Update - The End of Nighttime, Welcome to Canadian Gothic

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Ten years ago today the first episode of Nighttime was released, telling the story of a UFO sighting over Cape Breton Island.

In the decade since, Nighttime has produced over a thousand episodes, covered stories from nearly every corner of the country, been heard around the world, but… it’s also begun to show it’s age.

As Nighttime toiled away podcasting has changed dramatically; the rise of celebrity-hosted shows, podcasts as video, the rise and fall of countless platforms, and many other factors which have reshaped the medium and led to Nighttime feeling like the product of a by-gone era.

Ten years after it started, It’s time to say good night to Nighttime!

but this isn’t a goodbye

Its hosts, its contributors, its active series (like Keep Canada Weird) aren’t going anywhere.

The podcast feeds, the social media pages, and related landing pads will be updated to serve as home for a new show that will be similar in style and spirit, but better equipped to tell Canada’s most fascinating stories for the next decade and beyond.

the next chapter is… the Canadian Gothic

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the Release of Doug "The Pictou Sadist" Worth

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In this episode, we unravel the story behind a recent high-risk offender release notice issued by the Nova Scotia RCMP.

The notice revealed that Douglas Worth, a man convicted of the brutal 1987 rape, murder, and decapitation of 12-year-old Trina Campbell in Ontario, has been released from custody and is now living in Nova Scotia.

We unpack the details of Worth’s horrific crime, the investigation that brought him to justice, and the complex questions his release raises about community safety and the Canadian parole system.

The Summer of UFOs: Canada’s 1975 Wave (with Chris Rutkowski)

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In the summer of 1975, Canada experienced one of its most intense and widespread waves of UFO activity. From glowing orbs lighting up the skies over Manitoba to structured craft witnessed by RCMP officers in Saskatchewan, hundreds of reports flooded in from across the country. Some sightings even left behind scorched earth and damaged vegetation—tangible traces of something unexplained.

In this episode, we’re joined by Canadian UFO researcher Chris Rutkowski, who has spent decades cataloging and analyzing reports like these. Together, we explore the most notable cases from that summer, dig into the official government documentation, and ask the big question: what was really happening in Canada’s skies during Canada’s summer of UFOs?

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Chris Rutkowski’s ‘ 50 Years Ago: Canada's "Summer of UFOs." ‘ - https://chrisrutkowski.substack.com/p/50-years-ago-canadas-summer-of-ufos

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The Three Cape Breton Boys on the Tracks (the deaths of Kenny Novak, David Burrows, and Terry Burt,

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In this episode, we revisit the tragic and puzzling deaths of three Cape Breton teenagers, Kenny Novak (15), David Burrows (17), and Terry Burt (20), who were struck and killed by a freight train in the early morning hours of July 10, 1970, in the remote woods of Maine.

Officially ruled an accident, the case was quickly closed by authorities who concluded the boys had chosen to sleep on the tracks.

We are joined by Ken Jessome, a childhood friend of Kenny and David, who has spent the last several years reigniting interest in the case through a series of articles in his community newspaper. Ken shares his personal memories of the boys, reflects on the strange details surrounding their deaths, and explains why he believes the official story doesn’t add up.

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Ken Jessome - johnjessome6@gmail.com

Remembering a Mysterious Summer of ’70 Tragedy (CapeBretonSpectator.com - Ken Jessome - July 19, 2017)

Sleeping Victims: A Cape Breton True Crime Story? (GoCapeBreton.com - Ken Jessome - June 6, 2018)

An Unfortunate Mishap: Three Cape Breton Deaths (GoCapeBreton.com - Ken Jessome - July 10, 2018)

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the Murder of Valerie Stevens (Toronto, Ontario - 1989)

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In September 1989, 19-year-old Valerie Stevens kissed her daughter goodnight and left their Toronto apartment for a night out. She never made it to the nightclub—and never came home. Three years later, Valerie’s remains were discovered in a wooded area near Brantford, Ontario. Her death was ruled a homicide, but the case remains unsolved to this day.

In this episode, we speak with Valerie’s daughter, Robyn Stevens, who was just 16 months old when her mother vanished. Now a mother herself, Robyn shares her personal journey—from the shocking revelation as a preteen that she had been adopted, to her ongoing efforts to uncover what really happened to her birth mother. With candor and resilience, Robyn reflects on identity, loss, and the enduring hope for justice.

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the Lapu Lapu Day Festival Tragedy - the 2025 Vancouver Vehicle Attack

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On April 26, 2025, what was meant to be a celebration of Filipino heritage in Vancouver turned into one of the city’s darkest days. During the Lapu Lapu Day festival, a man drove an SUV into a crowd gathered along Fraser Street, killing 11 people and injuring more than 20 others. It now stands as the deadliest attack in Vancouver’s history.

In this episode, we piece together the events of that tragic evening using media reports and eyewitness accounts. You'll hear from those who were there, from those who responded, and from the community left in shock.

This is the story of the Lapu Lapu Day festival tragedy

the Murder of Alexandra Wiwcharuk - a two part series

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Part 1 - the Girl in Saskatoon

Saskatoon, SK - May 1962

23-year-old Alexandra Wiwcharuk—a nurse at Saskatoon City Hospital and a local beauty queen—left her home to mail two letters. Thirteen days later, her body was discovered in a shallow grave near the South Saskatchewan River. She had been brutally assaulted and buried alive.

Despite an intensive investigation that continues today her killer was never found.

In this episode, we revisit the heartbreaking case of Alexandra Wiwcharuk.

We examine the facts, the theories, and the enduring mystery surrounding one of Saskatchewan’s most disturbing unsolved murders.

Part 2 - a discussion with author Sharon Butala

In 1962, 23-year-old Alexandra Wiwcharuk—a vibrant nurse, beauty queen, and beloved daughter—went for a walk along the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon and never came home. Her body was discovered weeks later, buried in a shallow grave not far from her home. She had been brutally assaulted and buried alive.

In this episode of Nighttime, we revisit Alexandra Wiwcharuk’s haunting case with acclaimed author Sharon Butala, whose book The Girl in Saskatoon explores Alexandra’s life, her death, and the deep scars left in its wake. Butala, as a former classmate of Alexandra, brings a unique and intimate lens to this decades-old mystery.

Together, we explore the investigation, the cultural context of 1960s Saskatoon, and the lingering questions that continue to haunt those touched by the case.

This is more than a story of a crime—it’s a story of memory, silence, and a community still searching for justice.

Edwin Fuhr and the 1974 Langenburg, Saskatchewan UFO Event

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Langenburg, SK - Sept 1974

Saskatchewan farmer named Edwin Fuhr claimed to have witnessed something extraordinary—five metallic, saucer-shaped objects hovering over his field. As he watched in stunned silence, the objects spun rapidly, emitted a grey vapor, and then shot off into the sky without making a sound. What remained were five mysterious circular imprints in the grass—physical evidence that even an RCMP investigation couldn’t explain.

Nearly 50 years later, the Langenburg UFO incident remains one of Canada’s most compelling unexplained encounters. What did Fuhr really see that September morning?

In this episode we are joined by Canadian UFO researcher and writer Chris Rutkowski to explore the sighting, the investigation, and the broader implications on UFO history.

Who is Elliot Chorny

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Part 1 - Why did she do THAT

Halifax, NS - Feb 2025

When a six-year-old boy was stabbed in a random attack in downtown Halifax, shock and outrage followed. But as details emerged, a deeper, more troubling story came to light—one of untreated mental illness, missed warnings, and a system that seemed unable to prevent this tragedy.

In this episode, Jordan and Madelayne examine the case of Elliott Chorny (the 19 year old perpetrator) via publicly available documents, media reports, and Chorny’s own online writings. The resulting discussion reveal’s Chorny’s lifelong struggle with mental illness, her warnings of impending violence, and the many red flags that went unanswered.

Was this tragedy preventable? Did the system fail Elliott, her family, and most of all the young victim?

Part 2 - a Mother’s Account of a Preventable Tragedy

In this episode, Andrea Hancock shares the story of her daughter, Elliott Chorny—a young woman whose battle with mental illness, missed warnings, and a failing system led to an unthinkable tragedy.

Andrea reflects on the years of seeking help, the signs that something was dangerously wrong, and her gratitude toward the family of the young victim.

the Disappearance of Joanne Pedersen (1983 Chilliwack, BC)

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Chilliwack, BC - 1983

When 10-year-old Jo-Anne Pedersen became locked out of her house during a prank being played by her sister, she walked to a nearby convenience store to call her mom. The call ended abruptly after a mysterious man came on the line. When Joanne’s mom arrived, her daughter was no where in sight… and over four decades later the search continues.

In this episode, Jordan Bonaparte and Madelayne Klein discuss Jo-Anne’s disappearance, the investigation, and the lingering questions that remain after 40 years.

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the Disappearance of Lyndon Fuller (Berwick, NS 1988)

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Berwick, Nova Scotia, 1988

22 year old Lyndon Fuller appeared to have everything going for him. Employed, active in his community, and an all around good guy. But in late 1988 it became clear that Lyndon was struggling beneath the surface.

After noticing signs of increasing depression, Lyndon’s family encouraged him to seek help, resulting in a stay at the Western Kings Memorial Hospital… but things would only get worse.

Just two days after being admitted, barefoot and wearing only hospital pajamas Lyndon Fuller was last seen jumping out of the window in his third-story room.

In this episode, we explore one of Nova Scotia’s most enduring cold cases—-The Disappearance of Lyndon Fuller

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Canada Gets Serious About UFOs - the Sky Canada Project Report Preview (with Chris Rutkowski)

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In this episode of Nighttime, we examine the newly released preview of the Sky Canada Project, an initiative led by the Office of the Chief Science Advisor of Canada to review how Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs/UFOs) are reported, analyzed, and understood.

Joining Jordan is renowned UFO researcher and science writer Chris Rutkowski, who served as a consultant for the project. Together, they unpack the key findings of the report, discuss the surprising gaps in Canada’s approach to UAPs/UFOs, and explore the recommendations that could transform how we study this mysterious phenomena.

Canada is getting very serious about UFOs.

Episode Links:

Sky Canada Report Preview: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/science/en/office-chief-science-advisor/sky-canada-project/preview-sky-canada-report-ocsa

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the Disappearance of Dylan Koshman (Edmonton, AB - Oct 2008)

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Part 1 - the disappearance of Dylan Koshman

Edmonton, Alberta, 2008

When 21-year-old Dylan Koshman walked away from his home after a fight with his cousin turned violent, he seemingly vanished. Initially treated as a missing person case, it was reclassified as a homicide in 2016, leaving lingering questions, speculation, and theories about what happened that night.

This episode delves into Dylan’s last known moments, the conflicting accounts, and the toll his disappearance has taken on his loved ones as they continue their fight for closure.

Part 2 - Initial Police Investigator Tom Wilson

In this episode one of the first investigators on the case, now Retired Edmonton Police Service’s Tom Wilson, shares his memories of the search for Dylan, the challenges of investigating missing adults, and the questions that still linger 15 years later. Was key evidence overlooked? Were some witnesses less than truthful? and most importantly what happened that night.

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CBC Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3pGHurgcDk

Help Find Dylan Koshman Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/helpfinddylankoshman

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Jula, Her Dad, and His Records (with @soundwavesoffwax)

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When Jula inherited her late father’s massive record collection she found more than just a library of music; it was a gateway to his life and passions.

This past summer, Jula decided to start exploring the collection, and share her reactions to the music on her social media accounts. But, it exploded. Almost immediately she became a viral sensation with hundreds of thousands of music lovers connecting not only with her story but with their own memories tied to music.

In this episode, Jula joins us to talk about her unique journey of connection and healing through music. She shares the emotional process of exploring her father’s records, the unexpected community that’s formed around her account, and the lessons she’s learned about grief, nostalgia, and the timeless beauty of sound.

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Soundwavesoffwax on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundwavesoffwax/

Soundwavesoffwax on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soundwavesoffwax?_t=8qwcTDuRKUf&_r=1

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