Canadian True Crime is a narrative podcast hosted by Kristi Lee that covers major Canadian criminal cases with a trauma-informed approach. The feed lists 242 episodes since 2017, released roughly weekly, with full episodes typically about 72 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 60,000 per episode, with an estimated sponsorship rate of $360 to $1,500. Many cases run as multi-part series.
A top-ranked independent Canadian true crime show with a loyal weekly audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 4,292 ratings averaging 4.7, with most ratings at five stars.
- Weekly cadence over nine years and 242 episodes gives steady, evergreen ad inventory.
- Long full episodes of around 72 minutes keep listeners engaged through mid-roll placements.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue, multi-part series
- Tone
- serious, empathetic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 60 to 85 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description says the show is funded mainly through advertising and offers premium ad-free and early feeds, but no sponsor is named in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag and episodes such as 'The Murder of Sharron Prior' and 'The Gaspé Murders' cover homicide cases.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.canadiantruecrime.ca |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1197095887 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/e3736df1-0f3e-41f3-… |
Benchmark score: 69 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Canadians who want out | 2026-10-09 | 39 min |
| The Gaspé Murders | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 14 min |
| Separation Anxiety | 2026-09-25 | 7 min |
| The Murder of Sharron Prior | 2026-09-18 | 1 h 21 min |
| Major case updates: what happened next [2] | 2026-08-28 | 1 h 15 min |
| Major case updates: what happened next [1] | 2026-08-22 | 1 h 19 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 10 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
From the snowy streets of small-town Canada to the darkest corners of the big cities, join Aussie-Canadian host Kristi Lee for an immersive deep dive into the nation's most compelling crimes. With meticulous research and a trauma-informed approach, Kristi takes you beyond the headlines, weaving the facts of each case together with the bigger picture to unravel what happened, the forces that…
About Canadian True Crime
Canadian True Crime is a scripted, narrative podcast that examines Canadian criminal cases, from small-town incidents to big-city investigations. According to the feed and the show's website, host Kristi Lee combines extensive research with a trauma-informed approach, and the production is independent. Many cases run as two- or three-part series, and the feed also carries bonus and replay episodes.
The feed lists 242 episodes since January 2017, released about every 7 days, with full episodes running around 72 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.7 average from 4,292 ratings, and the website's press page says the show is often in the top 20 podcasts in Canada. Based on those signals, Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 60,000 downloads per episode.
No named sponsors appear in the feed, though the description says the show is funded mainly through advertising and offers premium ad-free feeds. At an estimated $360 to $1,500 per host-read mid-roll, it suits consumer brands that want a Canadian audience for narrative true crime.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Canadian True Crime can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Canadian True Crime
How much does Canadian True Crime charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates $360 to $1,500 per host-read mid-roll, based on 20,000 to 60,000 estimated downloads per episode. The show does not publish rates, so these are estimates from public signals.
What is Canadian True Crime about?
It is a narrative podcast hosted by Kristi Lee that covers Canadian criminal cases with detailed research and a trauma-informed approach. Many stories run as multi-part series, and the feed adds bonus episodes.
How do I contact Canadian True Crime about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Shows that are boosted on Starbooked can also be booked directly through the platform, without an outside email thread.
Similar creators
Podcast and other creators in true crime, ranked by score.
| Creator | Niches | Est. downloads | Median views | Rate | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Crimes of the Centuriespodcast | true crimehistory | 15k | – | $90–620 | 100 |
Morbidologypodcast | true crimemurder cases | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
MURDERISHpodcast | true crimecase recaps | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 98 |
Crime Beatpodcast · CA | true crimecanadian news | 15k | – | $90–620 | 86 |
| historical true crimetrue crime | 15k | – | $90–620 | 85 | |
| true crimecold cases | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 80 |