Public Investigations
What Awaits in the Depths of Winter’s Dark? Step into the shadows with us at Ottawa’s Cumberland Heritage Village Museum for one of the city’s most unique winter activities—a spine-tingling paranormal adventure! Get exclusive access to explore four heated heritage buildings, each steeped in history and chilling tales from the past. Feel the stillness of the night and listen for whispers from forgotten voices as we use ancient and modern techniques to reach out to any spirits that call the Village home. Will they respond? Leave skepticism at the door and enter into the world of the unexplained. ‘Alone in the Dark’ is an authentic experience where the outcomes are as unpredictable as the spirits themselves. Nothing is staged. This unforgettable evening will captivate ghost story enthusiasts, paranormal investigators, history buffs, urban explorers, and anyone curious about the unknown. Spaces are vanishing fast—secure your spot now before this one-of-a-kind experience slips away into the shadows! Participants must be 16 or older. Choose curiosity over fear and join us in the dark!
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: May 9 & 10, June 20 & 21, 2025
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.
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: Apr 11 & 12, May 23 & 24, 2025
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!
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: June 27 & 28, 2025