As the autumn leaves begin to fall and the daylight fades, something unseen begins to awaken in Thunder Bay…
Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal investigator or simply curious about the unexplained, everyone is welcome at the 2nd Annual Lake Superior Paranormal Convention. This unique event offers something for all levels of interest — from hands-on workshops and chilling investigations to expert speakers and over 50 vendors of the strange and unusual.
This year, ParaCon returns bigger and bolder, expanding from a one-day event into a four-day supernatural experience. Brought to life by Lucky Paranormal — a dedicated local investigation team — the convention now features more speakers, more vendors, and a packed schedule of add-on events, including fireside storytelling and a gallery reading with psychic medium Kerrilynn Shellhorn.
The inception of the Lake Superior Paranormal Convention was inspired by the couple’s shared passion for the paranormal and their desire to create a platform for like-minded individuals to connect and share experiences. Their dedication to the field is evident in their extensive investigations across various locations, including the Silver Islet General Store, Fort William Historical Park, and the Carl Beck House in Penetanguishene. Through their endeavors, they aim to shed light on the mysteries surrounding haunted sites and provide insights into the unexplained phenomena that captivate many.
Dive into cutting-edge research on UFOs, spirits, and cryptids, hear firsthand stories from renowned investigators, and connect with the vibrant and growing paranormal community in Northern Ontario.
This year’s speakers include:
Shawn Leonard – Indigenous Spirit Talker (APTN) Shawn Leonard is a Mi’kmaq Spirit Talker, Indigenous medium, and best-selling author from Nova Scotia, Canada. He is widely known for his work as a spiritual communicator, using his abilities to deliver messages from loved ones who have passed on.
SNIPE – Ghost of the Grand River (APTN) SNIPE stands for Six Nations Investigating Paranormal Encounters, and they bring a beautifully authentic, Indigenous lens to the paranormal world. Based out of the Six Nations of the Grand River territory—Haudenosaunee land—this team integrates cultural wisdom, ancestral stories, and modern investigative methods with deep respect and profound curiosity
Mike Ricksecker – Shadow people and time slip researcher Mike Ricksecker is a well-known author, researcher, and paranormal investigator with over 30 years of experience exploring the unknown. He’s internationally recognized for his work on shadow entities, time slips, hauntings, and ancient mysteries, blending historical research with paranormal theory.
Chris Rutkowski – Canada’s leading UFO expert Chris A. Rutkowski is a Canadian science writer and educator with academic roots in astronomy and education. For more than four decades—since the mid-1970s—he has immersed himself in the study of UFOs and unexplained phenomena.
Jason Kenzie – Cryptic explorer and filmmaker Jason Kenzie began his career as a wildlife photojournalist, traveling the globe to capture exotic animals—tigers, wolves, alligators—always insisting on filming without cages to preserve true connection and authenticity in the wild. Jason is best known for creating and hosting the award-winning docu-series Searching for Sasquatch, where he ventures into deep forests across North America in search of the legendary cryptid.
Beyond the Haunting – History’s Most Haunted (T&E) Beyond the Haunting Investigations is a paranormal team made up of sisters and best friends—Corine Carey, Leanne Sallenback, and Kelly Ireland—based in British Columbia, Canada. Their bond and shared connection to the supernatural are at the core of everything they do. They film with a purpose: to merge historical storytelling with supernatural exploration. Their 2022 two-part documentary, Haunted Gold Rush, traced British Columbia’s historic Gold Rush Trail, connecting ghostly echoes to real-life tragedies and untold folklore. The project earned them a BC Tourism Innovation Award. Their new Series Destination Haunted: Leap Castle premiers on October 10th on T&E.
Kerrilynn Shellhorn – Renowned Psychic Medium Kerrilynn Shellhorn is an internationally respected psychic medium based in Guelph, Ontario, renowned for her compassionate approach to spiritual guidance and paranormal exploration. With a deep commitment to helping individuals find healing and closure, she utilizes her intuitive gifts to bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual realms. Kerrilynn is also the host of Spirit Switchboard, a show on the United Public Radio Network and the UFO Paranormal Radio Network, where she engages in conversations about all things paranormal and high strangeness
Come curious, see what’s waiting on the other side and leave amazed. October 18-19, 2025
Get your tickets today! www.lakesuperiorparacon.com
