Category Archives: Ontario

Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital

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Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital (Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada)

Although the former psychiatric hospital (the “Asylum by the Lake”) has been closed since 1979, and the buildings are now part of the Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, there’s still nothing like gothic old asylum buildings to fill a morbid heart with contentedness.  And you can visit the cemetery and remember all the poor, misunderstood souls who suffered there over the years. (Thanks to Lady Morgana for the suggestion.)

Ottawa Jail Hostel

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Ottawa Jail Hostel (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

Okay, who can possibly resist spending the night in an old jailhouse? Not I! Here’s the description from the website: “Centrally located in Canada’s capital, HI – Ottawa Jail is sure to deliver a unique overnight experience. Formerly a prison and the site of Canada’s last public hanging, this historical landmark retains much of its original character. Sleep in a former jail cell, and visit death row and the gallows during a Jail Tour. Check out The Hostel Shop, the one-stop shop for all of your travelling needs.” Thanks to Heather for sending the link!

Criminals Hall of Fame Wax Museum

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Criminals Hall Of Fame Wax Museum (Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada)

Who would have thought that in Niagara Falls, Ontario there would be something as delightful as a wax museum with a likeness of Jeffrey Dahmer looking in his fridge for a late night snack? Yet – it appears to be truth! I haven’t been here yet, but Roadside America has. (Special thanks to Morbid Mike for the link/suggestion.)

The Donnelly Homestead

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The Donnelly Homestead (Lucan, Ontario, Canada)

In the early hours of February, 4, 1880, five members of The Donnelly family met their bloody demise at the hands of their neighbors. Since that time, a mythology of sorts has sprung up about the Donnellys in Canada. Go to the site where the massacre occurred, visit the Donnelly’s graves nearby, and hear all about a great Canadian tragedy. Check out the wonderful Official Donnelly Homepage too, while you’re here. (Special thanks to Dwayne Mahoney for the link/suggestion.)