Category Archives: Canadian Legends & Monsters

Canadian Legends + Monsters: The Kingston Park Built on 10,000 Graves (S2EP63)

In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal: Discoveries from the Dark, K.D. Kulpa explores the unsettling history of Skeleton Park in Kingston, Ontario. Known today as McBurney Park, the quiet green space was once the Upper Burial Ground, a cemetery where as many as 10,000 people were buried during the 1800s. After the cemetery closed and was converted into a public park, thousands of remains were left beneath the surface, leading to decades of eerie discoveries. From bones uncovered by frost heaving to reports of ghostly figures, invisible children at play, and unexplained whispers in the park, Skeleton Park has become one of Kingston’s most chilling historical locations.

Canadian Legends & Monsters: What lives in Crescent Lake, Newfoundland? (S2EP61)

In this Canadian Legends & Monsters episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, K.D. Kulpa explores the mystery of Cressie, the lake monster said to inhabit Crescent Lake near Robert’s Arm, Newfoundland. From early newspaper reports and Indigenous lore to modern sightings and skeptical explanations, this episode dives into one of Canada’s lesser-known water creature legends.

Canadian Legends & Monsters: Jos the Canadian Lumberjack Legend (S2EP57)

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 fable and explore how this French-Canadian hero became one of the country’s most unforgettable legends.

If you love eerie history and homegrown myths, this one’s for you.

Canadian Legends + Monsters: The Mystery of Silent, Legless Jerome (S2EP52)

n 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 mystery still haunts the Maritimes. Was he a war officer, a political exile, or something else entirely?

Canadian Legends + Monsters: The Mysterious Origins of the Banff Merman (S2EP48)

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 oddities to paranormal speculation, this story has it all: mystery, myth, and a dash of the macabre. Tune in and decide for yourself: is the Banff Merman a relic of the past or a creature of legend?

Canadian Legends & Monsters – Shag Harbour UFO (S2EP44)

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.

Canadian Legends & Monsters: The Great Amherst Mystery (S1EP39)

In this episode, we are returning to the Canadian Legends and Monsters theme before we wrap up season 1. Have you ever wondered about whether there have been incidents of poltergeist activity within Canada?

Although we might not have as many stories of intense poltergeist activity as the United States or even Europe, that doesn’t mean it never happens. So I found a story from the late 1800s that takes place in Nova Scotia, where a young woman was plagued with supposedly poltergeist activity or possible possession after a tragic event. So turn down the lights and come with me to 1878 in Amherst, Nova Scotia.

Canadian Legends & Monsters: The Ghost Ship of Northumberland Strait (S1EP35)

Tonight, we’re diving into the eerie legend of the Ghost Ship of Northumberland Strait.

In this episode, we’ll explore the mysterious sightings of a phantom ship that has been reported for over 200 years in the waters between Prince Edward Island and the Canadian mainland. We’ll delve into the historical accounts, the various explanations proposed by skeptics, and the chilling stories shared by witnesses.

Join me as we uncover the secrets and stories behind the Ghost Ship of Northumberland Strait and discuss the scientific theories that attempt to explain this haunting phenomenon.

Canadian Monsters & Legends: The Shrieks of the Dungarvon Whooper (S1EP30)

In this episode,  we are travelling to New Brunswick, which is in eastern Canada, for listeners who don’t know. There is a river there, called the Dungarvon River, which has an interesting legend or ghost story at least that I hadn’t heard of before.

The Dungarvon River is located in central New Brunswick. It is connected to many lakes in the Miramichi Highlands, which is also part of the Appalachian Mountains, which is an interesting little fact. Apparently, it isn’t easy to access the Dungarvon River, as there are limited roads to the area, because it has such thick forests. However, some people have been known to fish along the water, as Atlantic salmon is known to pass through the river.

The Dungarvon Whooper (‘hooper’) is a ghost story about a tragic incident in the middle of a lumberjack camp in the 19th century. First, let’s dive into the story shared since the late 19th century.This is a question I sometimes receive in my inbox from those who want to start paranormal investigations, so let’s talk about it! I will also create a download based on the information I’ve collected, sort of a paranormal investigation guide, that you can download on my website if you’re interested.

Canadian Legends & Monsters: The Loup Garou of Quebec (S1EP26)

In this episode, we are travelling to Quebec this time! We are revisiting another segment of the Canadian Legends and Monsters. So, turn off the lights, light a candle, and step back with me to the mid-1700’s when a werewolf, also known as the Loup Garou in French, was said to arrive in Quebec.