Lecture – Silas Carpenter, Montréal’s Sherlock Holmes

Following in the footsteps of Sherlock Holmes

Explore the fascinating story of Silas Carpenter, a Montréal detective whose investigative methods bear a striking resemblance to those of Sherlock Holmes. One of the most renowned Canadian investigators in North America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Silas Carpenter left his mark on the era by leading several significant investigations, including the Donald Morrison case. Becoming Chief Detective in Montréal, Carpenter played a key role in changing attitudes in police practices. His intelligence, composure, and profound knowledge of the criminal underworld were frequently praised in the newspapers of the time. Learn about his exceptional career, which contributed to the modernization of detective work in Montréal.

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Laurent Busseau

Historian, consultant, and lecturer Laurent Busseau holds a master’s degree in history and a certificate in journalism from the Université de Montréal. Since 2010, he has worked as a cultural heritage consultant in the Eastern Townships, while also writing about some of Québec’s lesser-known stories. Drawing on his expertise in historical research, Laurent Busseau also writes about history and lectures for cultural institutions and various public organizations, under the banner of Historien sans Frontière (Historian Without Borders).