ParaGhoul Paranormal: Discoveries from the Dark

For a building that played such a major role in Gravelbourg's history, College Mathieu is surprisingly quiet. In this episode of What Haunts Saskatchewan: Investigating Gravelbourg, I dig into the history of one of Saskatchewan's oldest French-language educational institutions. From its roots in the fight to preserve French education to fires, wartime buildings, and decades of community history, C...

After releasing my investigation of the Convent of Jesus and Mary, something unexpected happened. The stories kept coming. What began as a search for answers inside one of Gravelbourg's most famous landmarks is quickly growing into something much larger. Reports are now emerging from across town, including stories connected to the hospital, College Mathieu, the old monastery, the Gaiety Theatre, a...

For more than a century, the Convent of Jesus and Mary has watched over Gravelbourg. Students whispered about footsteps on the fourth floor. Teachers reported hearing doors open and close after dark. Visitors claim to have seen a young boy wandering into the auditorium, only to vanish moments later. In this episode of What Haunts Saskatchewan: Investigating Gravelbourg, I investigate the history,...

Season 3 or ParaGhoul Paranormal begins with a new format. Welcome to What Haunts Saskatchewan? Investigating Gravelbourg, a season-long paranormal investigation that follows the stories, history, and unexplained experiences connected to one of Saskatchewan's most fascinating communities. Most people know Gravelbourg for the ghost stories surrounding the Convent of Jesus and Mary. But after a pers...

Welcome to the end of Season 2! In this episode, I share the top 5 episodes from the second season, as well as what you can expect to hear next! I'm excited for the new creative direction I'll be taking with Season 3. I am so excited about the changes coming, and I'm sure you will love them! Thanks, everyone, for another great season! I can't wait to see where this crazy, creative direction takes...

In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal: Discoveries from the Dark, I explore the unsettling history of Skeleton Park in Kingston, Ontario. Today it looks like a peaceful green space, but beneath the grass lies the former Upper Burial Ground, a cemetery where as many as 10,000 people may still be buried. First established in the early 1800s as the Garrison Burying Ground, the cemetery expanded as...

I'm frequently asked for recommendations on haunted places to visit when coming to Regina. In this episode, I share my top 5 favourite places to recommend. Some of which I've had personal experiences in, and others I would love to visit more in hopes of having one. Listen now, and let me know - did your favourite make the list? Want more haunted places and ghosts from Regina? Download my free YQR...

In this episode, I’m talking about Cressie, a lake monster that people say lives in Crescent Lake near Robert’s Arm in Newfoundland. From what I could find, the stories go back at least to early newspaper reports, loggers on the water, and even much older Indigenous stories about water spirits in the area. I walk through some of the reported sightings from the 1930s, 1960s, early 1990s, and 2000s,...

Ever wonder who writes the Haunted Canada books that share true ghost stories from across the country? In this episode, I’m joined by Canadian horror author and librarian Joel A. Sutherland, whose work has introduced generations of readers to haunted places, forgotten history, and real paranormal encounters. We talk about why horror works so well for young readers, how Haunted Canada became one of...

The Weyburn Mental Hospital was once the largest building in the British Commonwealth… and one of the most unsettling. Overcrowding, experimental treatments, underground tunnels, and a fourth‑floor woman who walked the halls long after they were sealed shut ... this place has no shortage of shadows. In this episode, I’m taking you back to the now‑demolished Souris Valley Mental Hospital to uncover...

In this episode, I’m joined by Bonnie Milner, founder of Ghost Hunt Alberta, to talk about what more than 30 years in the paranormal has taught her. Bonnie has investigated haunted locations across Alberta, BC, and parts of the United States, and she brings a grounded, scientific approach to every case she works. We dig into how her grandmother’s spirit sightings pulled her into the paranormal, wh...

Before Paul Bunyan swung his axe, Canada had its own towering lumberjack legend: Joseph Montferrand, better known as Big Joe Mufferaw. Tonight, we’re heading deep into the Ottawa Valley to uncover the truth behind the man who supposedly fought off 150 men using one of them as a weapon. From the real Shiners’ Wars and bridge brawls to tall tales that grew into folklore, we’ll separate fact from fab...

Before the Hotel Saskatchewan became a luxury landmark hosting royalty and rock stars, it was built from the bones of a failed dream - the steel skeleton of a ghost hotel that never lived. In this episode, we uncover the haunted legacy of one of Regina’s most iconic buildings, from the ballroom dancer who never left the floor to the grieving woman who still waits for her soldier. These are the gue...

In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, I’m joined by Elliot from Phantoms of Yore - paranormal historian and ghost tour guide whose passion for haunted heritage runs deep. We talk about how he first got drawn into the paranormal, the inspiration behind starting Phantoms of Yore, and some of his most unexplained (and downright chilling) experiences on investigations.  He even brought along a coup...

There’s something about old jails that holds onto more than just history. The walls seem to remember. In this Listener Collection, I explore Regina’s eerie correctional past, from the first hangings in Wascana Park to ghostly lights and echoes in the old Regina Jail. You’ll hear stories shared by a local paranormal seeker, along with the chilling claims that linger long after the buildings are gon...

In this special episode, Kathy and I sit down to share the story behind Regina’s newest haunted experience: YQR Haunts Ghost Tour. From the spark that started it all (yes, it began with my ghost guide PDF) to the eerie encounters that inspired us, we’re pulling back the curtain on how this ghost tour came to life. Kathy shares one of her own chilling experiences, and we talk about why we believe S...

In 1863, a man with no legs was found on the beach at Sandy Cove, Nova Scotia. He never revealed his identity, refused to speak, and lived in silence for over forty years. Locals called him Jerome, and his story became one of Canada’s most enduring legends. In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, we explore the real history behind Jerome’s discovery, the theories about who he was, and why his mys...

In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, we journey to Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan: a town with deep Francophone roots and one seriously haunted convent. I share the rich history of the Convent of Jesus and Mary, from its founding by the Sisters of Jesus and Mary to its unfortunate decline and closure. You’ll hear chilling tales of ghostly nuns, shadowy figures, and a mysterious girl who may have su...

This week on ParaGhoul Paranormal, I’m joined by Chelsea and Evan, the hosts of It Came from the Maritimes; a podcast all about the folklore, ghost stories, and cryptid sightings from Atlantic Canada. We talk about what inspired them to start collecting and sharing these tales, the unique haunted history of the Maritimes, and why folklore plays such an important role in connecting people to place....

Prince Albert, Saskatchewan has a haunted history all its own. In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, I share stories from our Haunted Saskatchewan Listener Collection that reveal the strange and eerie side of this northern city. From chilling encounters to lingering spirits, these tales remind us that the past never truly disappears. Do you have a Saskatchewan ghost story of your own? I’d love...

What’s hiding in the shadows of Banff’s history? In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, we dive into one of Canada’s strangest curiosities: the Banff Merman. Is it a genuine cryptid, a clever hoax, or just a bizarre piece of taxidermy art? We’ll explore the origins of this eerie figure, the folklore surrounding it, and why it continues to fascinate visitors to the Canadian Rockies. From sideshow...

Paranormal mystery author HP Bayne returns to the show to talk about her latest release - sparked by a late-night scrolling rabbit hole - and how she weaves ghostly elements into crime fiction. We also dive into the ups and downs of self-publishing, writing series with supernatural twists, and why the paranormal continues to inspire her work. Whether you're a writer, reader, or just love a good gh...

In this episode, we head to northeastern Saskatchewan to explore the hidden hauntings of Nipawin—my hometown. From the eerie Crooked Bridge to ghostly legends surrounding the newer highway bridge, and even a few unexplained lights and UFO sightings in the surrounding fields, this episode blends local history with personal stories and mysterious encounters. Whether you're from the area or just love...

In this Haunted Saskatchewan Listener Collection episode, we return to one of the province’s most enduring legends: the St. Louis Ghost Light. After first covering the phenomenon in Season 1, two guests shared their own firsthand experiences. In this follow-up, we revisit the original lore, share new witness accounts, and explore fresh theories that might shed light on what’s really happening in t...

In this episode, we dive into one of Canada’s most compelling UFO mysteries—the 1967 Shag Harbour Incident. Was it a downed aircraft, a secret military operation, or something not of this world? Join me as we explore the official reports, eyewitness accounts, and lingering questions surrounding this strange event off the coast of Nova Scotia.  --- Want more haunted history?   Visit https://kdkulpa...