Public Investigations
What happens when the lights go out at Ottawa’s Billings Estate National Historic Site? Find out for yourself. This exclusive small-group investigation isn’t just a ghost tour. It’s an invitation to take part in real paranormal experiments inside one of the city’s most historic and haunted sites. Guided by an experienced host, you’ll attempt to make contact as you delve into the captivating stories of the Billings family and uncover long-hidden secrets. Throughout the night, you’ll participate in a series of suspenseful experiments as you move through dimly lit rooms and peer into shadowy corners, where the past may not be entirely at rest. This authentic and immersive evening offers a rare blend of history, mystery, and hands-on investigation, placing you at the heart of the night’s discoveries. Perfect for ghost story enthusiasts, fearless paranormal investigators, history buffs, urban explorers, or anyone with a curiosity about the unknown. Book your spot now—spaces fill fast! Participants must be 16 or older. Choose curiosity over fear and join us in the dark!
The long, dark nights of winter are the perfect time to explore the unknown! Black Creek Pioneer Village is without question one of the most active sites we tour. Over the years, our inquisitive ghost tour guests have craved a deeper, more immersive encounter with the eerie side of this extraordinary location. Join us for a spine-chilling paranormal adventure where intimate groups of 12 or fewer will have exclusive access to investigate haunted heritage buildings – including the notorious Half Way House – in the dark! Feel the chill of the night and listen to the whispers of the past as we employ ancient and modern techniques to attempt to establish contact with the lingering spirits that call the Village home. Will they respond? Leave skepticism at the door and step into the world of the unexplained. ‘Alone in the Dark’ is as real as it gets, where even the spirits themselves can’t predict the outcome. Nothing is hidden or staged. This unforgettably eerie evening will delight ghost story enthusiasts, fearless paranormal investigators, history aficionados, urban explorers, and anyone with a curiosity about the unknown. Book your spot now—spaces fill fast! All participants must be 16 or older.
There are few spots as picturesque, and as haunted, as the Mill of Kintail, in Mississippi Mills, Ontario. With 200 years of history, the Mill is one of the oldest buildings in Canada available for paranormal investigations. This 3.5-hour special event will begin with a full briefing on the haunted history of the site, the equipment to be used, and the best practices to follow when collecting and analyzing evidence. Then you will have the opportunity to venture inside and investigate three different buildings. What will you discover? With a max of 6 people per group, tickets are extremely limited. Transportation not provided. DATES: September 12 & 13, October 17 & 18, 2025
The Sir John Johnson Manor House (located in the quiet village of Williamstown, Ontario) is a Parks Canada National Historic Site that has reports of ghostly encounters dating back over a century. Your evening will begin with a full briefing on the haunted history of the area, the equipment to be used, and the best practices to follow when collecting and analyzing evidence. Then you will head inside…in the dark…to see if you can capture any sign of paranormal activity. The results of every investigation are different and sometimes unpredictable. With a max of 6 people per group, tickets are extremely limited. Transportation not provided. DATES: September 26 & 27, 2025
NEW FOR 2025! An Unrushed, Deep-Dive Investigation into One of Ontario’s Most Mysterious Historic Sites! For one weekend only, immerse yourself in an all-night paranormal investigation at one of Eastern Ontario’s most historic and haunted locations—The Glengarry Pioneer Museum. With seven hours, it’s a rare opportunity to go beyond the surface, take your time, and experience a chilling encounter with the unknown. With suggestions from experienced investigators from Phantoms of Yore, you’ll explore multiple historic buildings, each with its own eerie reputation. From the phantom voices in the Orange Lodge to the oppressive energy of the Stewart Barn and the tragic history of the Trapper’s Cabin, you’ll have the time, space, and tools to conduct a serious paranormal investigation. Your night begins with a detailed briefing on the site’s haunted history, the investigative equipment, and best practices for collecting and analyzing evidence. Then, you and your small group will have hours of uninterrupted time to explore, experiment, and document what you find. Transportation not provided. DATES: October 3 & 4, 2025.
Join us for a special investigation event at a Kingston, Ontario landmark – Murney Tower! Prior to the Tower, a wood Fort from the war of 1812 stood on the site. After the war, the barracks were used as a hospital until the Tower was built. The land was also heavily used as a landing site for indigenous peoples in the 18th century. The activity could possibly be connected to any or all of these time periods. This 2-hour special event will begin with a full briefing on the haunted history of the site, the equipment to be used, and the best practices to follow when collecting and analyzing evidence. Then you will have the opportunity to venture inside the tower – in the dark – to see what you can discover. With a max of 6 people per group, tickets are extremely limited. Transportation not provided. Special family-friendly investigations Sat & Sun at 3:30 pm. No restrooms on-site – be sure to plan accordingly! DATES: October 11 & 12, 2025.
The Historic SDG Jail (aka the Cornwall Jail) in Cornwall, Ontario, is a site we have been asked about for years and we are thrilled to be able to offer weekends of investigations there with Phantoms of Yore. Constructed in 1833 and active until 2002, the jail served as both a minimum and maximum security facility over that time. Several executions were carried out on-site, in addition to the suicides and murders. Due to the jail’s dark history and frequent ghost stories, it has attracted the interest of ghost hunters from across North America. This 3.5-hour special event will begin with a full briefing on the haunted history of the site, the equipment to be used, and the best practices to follow when collecting and analyzing evidence. Then you will have the opportunity to venture inside the jail – in the dark – to see what you can discover. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to investigate one of the most sought-after haunted sites in Ontario. With such small groups, tickets are extremely limited. Transportation not provided. DATES: October 24, 25, 30 and November 1, 2025
On the anniversary of an execution held on the grounds, dare to explore Ontario’s oldest jail, where tragedy and restless spirits linger. Known for its dark history, including multiple executions, L’Orignal Jail / Ancienne Prison de L’Orignal is believed to be haunted by the restless souls of former inmates. During this exclusive 3-hour investigation, you’ll begin with a full briefing on the jail’s haunted past, an introduction to ghost-hunting equipment, and the best strategies for collecting and analyzing evidence. Once prepared, you’ll venture into the darkness, navigating cells and corridors where history’s shadows loom large. Will you uncover signs of the paranormal—or leave haunted by questions you can’t answer? Every investigation delivers something different and unpredictable. With just 6 people per group, spots are limited and disappearing quickly. Transportation not provided. DATES: November 7 & 8, 2025