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Northern Dark: True Canadian Crime

Northern Dark: True Canadian Crime

Written by: Mark & Leah
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Northern Dark: True Canadian Crime is a documentary-style true crime podcast that explores Canada’s most haunting criminal cases. From mass shootings and serial killers to cold cases and local tragedies, each 30-minute episode offers a gripping, respectful deep dive into the darkest corners of Canadian history.

With powerful storytelling, immersive research, and atmospheric sound, Northern Dark brings you the stories behind the headlines—and the lives forever changed by violence.

Whether it’s the Danforth Shooting, the Highway of Tears, or crimes you’ve never heard of, this is true crime with a Canadian voice.

New episodes released bi-weekly. Listener discretion is advised.

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  • Northern Dark: Episode 1 – The Danforth Shooting

    Northern Dark: Episode 1 – The Danforth Shooting
    Jul 7 2025

    On July 22, 2018, a warm summer night in Toronto’s Greektown was shattered by one of the worst mass shootings in Canadian history. In this premiere episode of Northern Dark, we examine the events of that night, the class-action lawsuit that followed, and the incredible legacy left by the victims’ families — from national advocacy to life-changing community initiatives.

    📚 Primary News Sources

    1. CBC News – Lawsuit Certification (2025) Survivors of Toronto's Danforth shooting get green light on lawsuit against gunmaker Published June 23, 2025 🔹 Source for legal updates, Smith & Wesson lawsuit, and quotes from the court
    2. CBC News – Five-Year Anniversary Coverage (2023) Memorial service on Saturday marks five years since Danforth Shooting Published July 21, 2023 🔹 Source for survivor quotes, memorial event, and victim impact
    3. Beach Metro Community News [Fifth Anniversary article excerpted in full by you] 🔹 Provided quotes from survivors and family members, information about DFSC
    4. Just Do Kindness Foundation (Julianna Kozis) https://www.jdkfoundation.ca 🔹 Source for community initiatives in Julianna’s memory
    5. Reese Fallon Memorial Scholarship at McMaster University https://alumni.mcmaster.ca/s/1439/ifundmac/project.aspx?sid=1439&gid=1&pgid=7470&cid=13445 🔹 Source for scholarship info and Reese’s legacy

    🧠 Mental Health Support in Canada

    If you or someone you know is struggling, you're not alone. These organizations offer support across Canada:

    • Talk Suicide Canada (24/7 support) 💬 https://talksuicide.ca 📞 Call or text 988
    • Wellness Together Canada (mental health & substance use support) 💬 https://www.wellnesstogether.ca
    • Kids Help Phone (for youth across Canada) 💬 https://kidshelpphone.ca 📱 Text CONNECT to 686868
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