The Move (Sam Fife)
A non-denominational charismatic Christian group with a complex legacy of spiritual ambition and alleged abuse.
John de Ruiter
A controversial spiritual leader mesmerizing followers with silent gazes and profound teachings.
John Volken Academy
Transforming lives through a holistic recovery program that addresses substance abuse and personal development.
Church of God (Restoration)
A controversial Christian sect with a focus on eschatology, plain dress, and a history of divisive beliefs and practices.
Romana Didulo
A self-proclaimed monarch with a blend of QAnon conspiracy theories and theosophical elements, leading a movement with controversial decrees and spiritual claims.
United People of Canada
A Canadian not-for-profit embroiled in legal and community disputes over its controversial activities and associations.
Apostolic Pentecostal Church of Plaster Rock
A dynamic revival church with deep historical roots and a vibrant community of believers.
Toronto Blessing
A unique spiritual revival marked by ecstatic experiences and miraculous manifestations.
Hutterites
An Anabaptist community known for their communal living and agrarian lifestyle.
Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS)
A polygamous sect that split from mainstream Mormonism, known for its secretive practices and controversial leadership.
St. Priapus Church
A church centered around the worship of the penis
Church of the Universe
A Canadian religion promoting nudism and cannabis as a sacrament
Trickle Creek (Wiebo Ludwig)
A secluded religious group that bombed oil wells that they believed were poisoning the community
Children of Peace (David Wilson)
A 19th-century Canadian group, known for their music and distinctive architecture.
Orange Order
A Protestant fraternal organization famous for its colorful marches and strong commitment to the British Crown and Protestant faith.
Goler Clan
An isolated community in Nova Scotia known for shocking criminal cases and intergenerational poverty.
Freedomites
A radical offshoot of the Doukhobors, known for nude protests, arson, and a vehement rejection of government control.
Family Worship Center of Plaster Rock
A small, independent Christian congregation fostering Pentecostal worship and community engagement amid controversy.
Doukhobors
A pacifist Christian sect known for radical protests and a distinctive culture developed from their separation from mainstream society.
Apostles of Infinite Love
A small yet fervent sect claiming to possess the true Catholic doctrine, led by a man who declared himself Pope.
Ant Hill Kids
A notorious cult marked by extreme physical abuse and psychological control
Aetherius Society
A spiritual organization known for its claims of extraterrestrial communication.