Join the Forensic Science Program Officer from the University of Toronto for a discussion about forensic science, debunking of popular media’s interpretations of crime scene investigation and the realities of working in forensics. This workshop introduces one of the most well-known forensic techniques, through an activity in fingerprinting and fingerprint identification, and is appropriate for […]
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Join Bob and Phil, retired Toronto detectives, for a wild ride through the city’s crime history! With 30+ years of police experience, they’ll dish out jaw-dropping tales from Toronto’s underbelly. From shocking scandals to downright bizarre incidents, discover how crime shaped the city over 300 years. This event showcases stories handpicked from their walking tours, […]
Join Laurah Norton and Sarah Weinman for a thrilling conversation about forensic science and true crime! Norton, host of the hit podcast The Fall Line, dives into the history of forensics and the tireless work that goes into solving cold cases in her book Lay Them to Rest. Weinman, author of many acclaimed true crime […]
Join case-active forensic anthropologist, Grace Gregory-Alcock, as she details the day-to-day tasks of missing person searches and recovery, as well as the methods and techniques used to give an individual their identity back after death. From trauma to taphonomy, participants will be able to engage with the professionals who ensure professional recovery and ethical treatment […]
Our Critical Conversation series brings authors and experts together to examine the culture and politics that shape the world around us and the books we read. Moderated by Kevin Donovan (author and podcast host of Billionaire Murders and Death in a Small Town), Looking for a Familiar Face delves into the crucial intersection of representation, justice […]
Our Critical Conversations series brings authors and experts together to examine the culture and politics that shape the world around us and the books we read. The Real World of Investigation will explore the realities of criminal investigation and questioning through the lens of seasoned experts Dave Perry, a former Detective Sergeant with the Toronto […]
Join us for a captivating conversation on women’s experiences with the judicial system, unreported missing women and the ongoing battle for equality with Elizabeth Flock and Sarah Weinman. In The Furies, Flock dives into the stories of three remarkable women who fought against oppressive systems, sparking vital discussions on women’s self-defence and the failures of […]
What mysteries can our blood reveal? From injury, intoxication and infection, our blood tells us a lot about a crime. Learn about presumptive blood testing at the scene, and analyze blood spatter pattern clues to unravel the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of a homicide. This interactive workshop includes a blood spatter assessment activity that allows participants […]
Our Critical Conversations series brings authors and experts together to examine the culture and politics that shape the world around us and the books we read. In this event moderated by Kevin Donovan (author and podcast host of Billionaire Murders and Death in a Small Town), panelists Kelly Bergstrom, Assistant Professor in the Department of […]
Join us for a captivating conversation between author Jon S. Dellandrea and OCAD University professor Charles Reeve as they delve into the intriguing world of art theft, forgery and famous Canadian art crimes. Dellandrea’s The Great Canadian Art Fraud Case uncovers a forgotten trial involving forgeries of Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven’s art, while […]
This talk given by forensic toxicologist, Dr. Karen Woodall dives into the evolution of Ontario’s opioid crisis, and how it ties into criminal behaviour, covering illegal distribution, contraband use in prison, and homicide. Dr. Woodall is an associate professor at the University of Toronto, has been an active scientist for the Centre for Forensic Sciences, […]
