Where is Emily Bailey (last seen Jan 1, 2022 in Hamilton, Ont)

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This story will take us to Hamilton, Ontario in the time surrounding new year's day 2022.

23 year old mother of two Emily Bailey was juggling mental health struggles and addition while living a life resembling something between homelessness and couch surfing. Despite the instability of her lifestyle, Emily was reliable. She posted regularly to social media and had scheduled visits with her children that she would NEVER miss.

But she did miss one in January and very quickly it was determined that no one had seen or heard from her in over a week and the trail she left behind is obscured by conflicting statements of the unreliable witnesses to her last known days.

All we know for certain is that her family is desperate to find her.

In this multi episode series the Canadian Gothic will investigate the disappearance of Emily Bailey.

Part 1 - Emily’s Mom Lori

In this episode we hear from one of the broken hearted loved ones left behind.

I'll be joined by Lori Bevan, Emily's mom, to discuss the still unexplained disappearance of her 23 year old daughter.

Part 2 - Emily’s Brother Ben

In this episode we are joined by joined by Ben Bailey, Emily's brother, to discuss the still unexplained disappearance of his sister.

Part 3 - Nicole Margerison Shares Disturbing New Details

Shortly after the release of the prior episode in this series the show was contacted by someone claiming to be a close friend of Emily's. Nicole offered to fill in many of the blanks related to Emily's last known whereabouts and possibly shed some light on the circumstances related to her disappearance.

Not only was Nicole one of the last people to see Emily, was polygraphed by Hamilton police, and provided investigators with some disturbing information regarding the man she last saw Emily with.

In this episode Nicole and I will discuss many new details related to the still unexplained disappearance of her friend Emily Bailey

** the Canadian Gothic’s response to Nicole Margerison’s untrue statement about the editing of the interview is HERE **

Part 4 - Emily’s Ex Brandon

Brandon is the father of one of Emily's daughters. You've heard him mentioned in past episodes as he was the person responsible for reporting her missing to Hamilton Police.

As you will learn from our conversation, Brandon was in regular contact with her leading up to her disappearance and some of the information she shared with him led to Brandon showing up at the door of Jeff's house in the days after the missing person report was filed.

In this episode we are joined by Brandon Hunter for a discussion surrounding the disappearance of his close friend and the mother of his child, Emily Bailey.

Part 5 - Four Years Missing and the Search of Nicole and Dean’s Home (with Ben)

In this episode we are rejoined by joined by Ben Bailey, Emily's brother, to discuss the past four years without Emily, the slowly eroding hope for answers, and the recent unexpected search of Nicole and Dean’s home.

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Missing Emily Bailey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1364395594001265

the Unedited and Uncut Nicole Margerison Interview (from Ep3): https://youtu.be/gByVlWL5GsA

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the Disappearance of Mekayla Bali (Last Seen April 12, 2016 | Yorkton, SK)

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In April 2016, sixteen-year-old Mekayla Bali vanished from Yorkton after a day marked by strange movements, unsettling interactions, and a timeline that remains one of the most detailed and puzzling in any Canadian missing persons case.

Over the years, this story has continued to evolve and Mekayla’s disappearance has stayed in the public eye through surveillance video releases, reported sightings, and the relentless efforts of her family to find answers.

Now, on the 10th anniversary of her disappearance, this two-part series presents a fully re-edited and updated version of prior Canadian Gothic episodes on the case, bringing together the known timeline, the key developments, and the questions that still remain unanswered.

In part one we are joined by Mekayla’s mother, Paula Bali, who shares her perspective on the investigation, the challenges of navigating years without answers, and her ongoing fight to keep Mekayla’s story alive.

In part two we are joined by Madelayne Klein to discuss a series of significant developments in the case that had surfaced in the years after the interview with Paula Bali we featured in part one.

Part 1 - Where is Mekayla Bali? | with Paula Bali

Part 2 - Developments, Updates, and Unanswered Questions

A Basic Timeline of Mekayla Bali’s Last known Activities on April 12, 2016

  • 8:10–8:20 a.m. – Arrives at Sacred Heart High School

  • 8:21 a.m. – Seen placing a binder in her locker

  • ~8:25–8:30 a.m. – Leaves the school through a back entrance

  • 8:30–8:40 a.m. – Walks east along Smith Street toward downtown

  • ~8:40–8:50 a.m. – Enters Terry’s Pawn and Bargain, attempts to pawn a ring

  • ~8:50–8:55 a.m. – Visits TD Bank, withdraws approximately $55

  • ~9:00 a.m. – Seen walking east on Broadway Street

  • 9:00–9:15 a.m. – Enters Tim Hortons, buys a drink, sits down

  • 9:15–9:50 a.m. – Leaves and circles the area around Tim Hortons

    • Walks north on 8th Avenue

    • Moves along Broadway Street and nearby parking lots

    • Appears to be waiting or looking for someone

  • 9:50–10:40 a.m. – Returns to Tim Hortons

    • Uses her phone repeatedly

    • Sends message: “I need help,” followed shortly by “Nevermind I figured it out”

    • Asks a woman for help renting a hotel room

  • 10:40–10:45 a.m. – Leaves Tim Hortons

    • Walks west along Broadway Street

    • Briefly changes direction, then continues west

  • 10:45–11:55 a.m. – Whereabouts unknown

  • ~11:00–11:45 a.m. – Seen at bus depot asking about a bus to Regina (no ticket purchased)

  • 11:55 a.m.–12:05 p.m. – Returns briefly to Sacred Heart High School

    • Meets with other students

    • Mentions plans to travel to Regina

  • 12:15–1:00 p.m. – At Trail Stop Restaurant (bus depot), eats a meal

  • 1:00–1:45 p.m. – Leaves the bus depot

    • Last confirmed sighting

The Baldoon Mystery | 1800s Haunting in Ontario

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In the early 1800s, a quiet farming family in southwestern Ontario found themselves targeted by one of Canada’s most bizarre hauntings.

It started subtly, with unexplained noises and objects moving on their own, but the disturbances quickly escalated into something far more violent, destructive, and unusual.

Desperate for answers, the McDonald family turned to religion, paranormal investigators, and eventually to a young girl said to possess second sight for a solution.

Was the Baldoon Mystery the work of a poltergeist? a curse? a gifted storyteller? Or something else entirely?… that’s a debate has been raging on for nearly 200 years.

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The Baldoon Mystery | Modern Translation (originally published 1870 by Neil McDonald) - https://thecanadiangothic.com/shorts/baldoon-mystery-modern-translation

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the Disappearance of Deeanna Erickson (Last Seen June 6, 2025 | Calgary, AB)

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UPDATE: Calgary police have confirmed that Deeanna’s remains were discovered on April 16, 2026, and have stated that her death is not considered criminal in nature. Our thoughts are with Shelby and all of Deeanna’s loved ones during this difficult time.

When Deeanna Erickson boarded a bus in Calgary on the night of June 6, 2025, something went wrong.

Surveillance footage shows the 31 year old visibly distressed, crying and rocking back and forth, before suddenly stepping off in the Walden area, more than 10 kilometres from her home.

She hasn’t been seen since.

In this episode, we are joined by Deeanna’s sister, Shelby Erickson, who shares the story of that night, the search that followed, and the ongoing fight to find answers.

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The 2025 Canadian UFO Survey (with Chris Rutkowski)

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In 2025, more 1052 UFO sightings were reported across Canada, an average of one every eight hours.

In this episode, we are joined by Canadian UFO researcher Chris Rutkowski to break down the findings of the 2025 Canadian UFO Survey, an annual report that collects and analyzes sightings from civilians, researchers, and government sources to better understand what people are seeing in Canada’s sky.

The discussion unpacks the common characteristics such as colour and shape, where reports are coming from, when they are most commonly seen, why Nova Scotia stands out, notable cases, and how things like satellites, drones, and social media are changing what we think of as a UFO.

the Murder of Paul Schmidt (the Starbucks stabbing) and the piece of crap that filmed it

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This week on The Canadian Gothic, we’re revisiting a past episode that continues to playout in the headlines.

Due to travel, we’re taking a short break from new releases, but rather than leave you without an episode, we’re bringing back our coverage of the murder of Paul Schmidt, a shocking and deeply disturbing act of violence that unfolded in downtown Vancouver on March 26, 2023.

In broad daylight, outside a busy Starbucks, Paul was attacked and killed following a brief confrontation while standing with his young daughter. The incident, which was partially captured on video and widely shared online, left a lasting impact on the public and raised difficult questions about violence, bystander behavior, and the justice system.

At the time of this original episode, many details were still emerging. Now, as the trial of the accused continues to work its way through the courts, this case is once again in the spotlight.

This rerelease offers an opportunity to revisit what happened that day, and to better understand the events at the center of a case that is still unfolding.

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Paul Schmidt’s family gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-support-the-family-of-paul-stanley-schmidt

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Obama, Trump, The American UFO Files, and Witness Reports of UFOs Above Canada

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In this episode, we break down a truly unexpected UFO story. A recent interview with former U.S. President Barack Obama ended with a rapid-fire round of questions, and one of them, about the existence of aliens, set off a strange chain reaction. The moment quickly spiraled beyond the interview itself, leading to current President Donald Trump announcing a full release of government files on UFOs, and even resulting in Hillary Clinton being asked about the topic during a deposition connected to Jeffrey Epstein.

In the episode’s second act, we dig into a collection of listener-submitted UFO sightings from across Canada. The stories include two mysterious cylindrical objects appearing over Alberta, a triangular craft spotted in the sky above Ontario, and a strange, deeply spiritual encounter reported in British Columbia.

Episode Links:

UFO POV Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NI__zsAuAs

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Submit a UFO report: https://thecanadiangothic.com/report-a-canadian-ufo-sighting

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The Tumbler Ridge, BC Shooting

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On February 10, 2026, Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia became the site of one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history when 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar killed their mother and half-brother at home, then went to Tumbler Ridge Secondary School where they murdered five children and an educational assistant before taking their own life.

In this episode of The Canadian Gothic, we walk through the timeline of the attacks, the history of family at the heart of this story, and the many unanswered questions surrounding warning signs, access to weapons, and mental-health support in remote Canadian communities.

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BAD NEWS CANADA - Pilot Episode / Feb 2026 - The Vernon, BC Horse Assault, Skye Atoa, Shabaz Ahmed

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In BAD NEWS CANADA Jordan and Jack Luna unpack the WORST Canadian news story of the past month.

In this episode your hosts discuss;

  • the bestiality case involving a horse near Vernon, BC

  • Skye Atoa’s 30 minutes of freedom (Lethbridge, AB)

  • the woman who survived, and killed, Shahbaz Ahmed (Calgary, AB)

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The 1973 Kenora Bank Robbery Explosion

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On May 10, 1973, a stranger walked into a bank on Main Street in Kenora, Ontario, carrying guns, duffle bags, and a homemade bomb that was armed to a switch he clenched between his teeth. For more than an hour the standoff dragged on inside the bank as a growing crowd of onlookers crowded the street outside it’s doors.

At 4:12 p.m., a single rifle shot ended the robbery in an explosion that shattered windows, scattered money through the air, and erased the man at the center of it all.

More than fifty years later, his identity and his motives remain unknown.

In this episode of The Canadian Gothic, I’m joined by Jack Luna, host of the Dark Topic podcast, to examine the Kenora Bank Robbery Explosion.

Episode Links:

the Dead Man (Dark Topic Podcast Episode) - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vi0tKj0o93GOFGmBaIl8c

Joe Ralko’s the Devil’s Gap - https://a.co/d/0rxCjmD

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the Sydney River McDonald’s Murders

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Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, 1992 

When 18 year old McDonald's employee Derek Wood finished his shift, he lingered for a time in the closed restaurant before exiting. Unknown to the staff remaining to complete overnight tasks, Derek had propped open a basement door and in a matter of moments he would return with two friends armed with knives, a shovel, and a gun.

The resulting robbery gone wrong will lead to mass murder and an entire community struggling to understand how this could happen and who was responsible.

During this series, the story will be told by retired journalist Phonse Jessome who led the local reporting at the time of the crime and wrote the bestselling book on the case 'Murder at McDonald's'. 

Part 1 - the Crime

Part 2 - the Investigation

Part 3 - the Trials

Bonus - recap, discussion, and bonus audio

 

the Disappearance of Dylan Ehler? (missing from Truro, Nova Scotia Since May 6, 2020)

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On May 6, 2020, three-year-old Dylan Ehler vanished while playing in his grandmother’s backyard in Truro, Nova Scotia

His grandmother claims she had briefly turned away to leash a dog, and in that fleeting moment, Dylan disappeared.

A massive search followed, but the only trace ever found were his two rubber boots—discovered caught in debris in a shallow brook not far from the property.

With little progress in finding Dylan, the case has taken on a life of its own online. Fueled by speculation and emotion, it has become a magnet for conspiracy theories, unrelenting armchair detectives, disturbing ransom hoaxes, and a cyberbullying case that ended up before the courts.

In this series, we explore all of it—from the facts of Dylan’s disappearance to the chaos that followed.

In part one we are joined by Dylan's father Jason Ehler to discuss his missing son Dylan Ehler.

In Part two our guest is the last person to see Dylan prior to his disappearance, his grandmother Dorothy Parsons who shares her memories of Dylan’s last known day.

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