Canadian True Crime

A brand new four-part series.

In 2024, Canada’s most prolific serial killer was murdered in prison in an act of vigilante justice. The final chapter of Robert Pickton may now be closed, but the story is far from over.

Pickton confessed to murdering 49 women on his pig farm near Vancouver, many of them sex workers and Indigenous women.

The evidence suggests he did not act alone.

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Part 1 begins by tracing a disturbing childhood on the Pickton farm where cruelty was normalized, morality was optional and vulnerable people were exploited and intimidated. It also tracks how that culture escalated after Robert and his brother took over the farm, and the many police failures that followed.

This series revisits the entire case to date, moving past the grotesque caricature of a lone monster in buddy boots, and restores the humanity of the women targeted through personal stories of those who loved them. It examines the culture and systems that failed them for so long, leaving their loved ones with many unanswered questions — and a prevailing sense of injustice.

This miniseries draws primarily from court records, historical news archives, investigative journalism, personal interviews and the Missing Women Inquiry final report.

CONTENT WARNING: this series includes graphic details that will be distressing for many listeners to hear, including mention of sexual assault, residential schools, Indigenous issues, child abuse and suicide.

Crisis referral services:
Free National Indian Residential School Crisis Line: call 1-866-925-4419 toll free
Hope for Wellness free chatline - 1-800-721-0066 or using the chat box on the website
Government of Canada Crisis and Mental Health support
Resources for Sexual assault survivors

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to those facing injustice.
Proceeds from this series are being donated to the WISH Drop-in Centre Society, supporting street-based sex workers on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside since 1984.

Full list of resources, information sources, and more:
www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes

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We're announcing something special for episode 200. Thank you so much for listening!

Launching January 19, Robert Pickton: The Final Chapter is a completely new series that revisits the case to date.
In 2024, Canada’s most prolific serial killer was murdered in prison in an act of vigilante justice. Pickton's final chapter may now be closed, but the story is far from over. Pickton confessed to murdering 49 women - many of them sex workers and Indigenous women. The evidence suggests he did not act alone.

It's been eight years since we first covered this case, and we've gone back to the beginning with a complete re-write, fresh context, a sharper focus and up-to-date information. This four-part series moves past the grotesque caricature of a lone monster in buddy boots, and restores the humanity of the women targeted through personal stories of those who loved them. Why are they left with so many unanswered questions — and a prevailing sense of injustice?

Proceeds are being donated to the WISH Drop-in Centre Society, supporting street-based sex workers on Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside since 1984.

Don't forget to sign the Johnson-Bently family's petition:
Help the Johnson Bentley families prepare for an upcoming Parole hearing - listen to the Wells Gray Park episode.

Learn more about Canadian True Crime:
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Today, we're pleased to share a special episode from another podcast we think you'll enjoy: Crime Story from CBC Podcasts. Each week, award-winning investigative journalist Kathleen Goldhar goes deep into a true crime case with the storyteller who knows it best.

In this year-end episode, Kristi Lee joins Kathleen at CBC Studios to talk about what goes into making Canadian True Crime, share behind-the-scenes insights from past cases, and wrap up with some of their favourite true crime podcasts and documentaries.

You can listen to more incredible tales of true crime every week on Crime Story.

Find more Crime Story episodes in your podcast app, or here: https://link.mgln.ai/CSxCTC
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In August 1982, three generations of a family set out for a two week camping trip in the wilds of British Columbia.

When the entire family failed to return home, it triggered the most expensive and publicized manhunt in Canadian history — and uncovered a horrific truth that shocked the nation.

Additional content warning: this episode includes the murder and sexual assault of a child. Minimal graphic details will be given. Please take care when listening.
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SIGN THE PETITION | The Johnson-Bentley family needs your help. The man who murdered six of their loved ones – including two young girls, is again seeking parole in 2026. The family has asked us to share this updated and remastered episode to remind the public of the danger his release could pose.
Please read and sign the family’s petition now and show your support. The deadline is fast approaching.

Special thanks to Shelley Boden of the Johnson-Bentley family for speaking to us for this updated and remastered episode. The original, titled "The Johnson-Bentley Family Murders" was posted in April 2021.
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Canadian True Crime donates monthly to those facing injustice. This month we’ve donated to the Sexual Assault Centre of Kingston, who are supporting 28 victim-complainants involved in the ongoing sexual violence and child exploitation trial of Michael Haaima who faces nearly 100 charges. Donate here and note “Haaima” in the message box.

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Today, we dive into the high-profile, baffling disappearance of six-year-old Lilly Sullivan and her four-year-old brother Jack, who vanished from their rural Nova Scotia home in May 2025.

Kristi is joined by Jordan Bonaparte of The Canadian Gothic (formerly Nighttime), who has covered the case extensively from the area. Together, they cut through the speculation and conspiracy theories to focus on the confirmed facts.

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Information about Jack and Lilly Sullivan
The Government of Nova Scotia is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for information about the disappearance of Lilly and Jack Sullivan. More details and photos.

Statements referenced in this episode:
Mother Malehya Brooks-Murray
Stepfather Daniel Martell
Daniel Martell's mother (also lives on the property)

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Let us know what you think!
Follow Canadian True Crime on Facebook and Instagram

Canadian True Crime donates monthly to those facing injustice.
This month we’ve donated to the Sexual Assault Centre of Kingston, who are supporting 28 victim-complainants involved in the ongoing sex trafficking trial of Michael Haaima of Kingston. Donate here and note “Haaima” in the message box.

Full list of resources, information sources, and more:
www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.