Sasquatch Researcher Sabin Ble Shares Her Bigfoot Journey

So I just stumbled across this incredible podcast episode on YouTube from International Public Radio, and I had to share it with you all. It's called "Paranormal Heart" and features host Cat Ward interviewing Sabine Blais, the founder of the Eastern Canada Sasquatch Organization and Organization Sasquatch Quebec. If you haven't checked it out yet, you're missing out. Sabine is one of those rare researchers who brings a holistic approach to the Sasquatch phenomenon. She's a lifelong enthusiast whose curiosity was sparked by shows like In Search Of and Unsolved Mysteries, and like so many of us, the Patterson-Gimlin footage sealed the deal for her. But what really stood out to me during this interview was how she described her first real "evidence" encounter. She talked about being out on a hike in the Gatineau Hills and being hit with this incredibly unusual smell. Not once, but multiple times along the trail. She described it as a strong "eco" odor mixed with manure and something rotting, and then later, an outhouse-type smell in an area where there were absolutely no facilities, no farms, no horses, nothing that could explain it. And here's the kicker, when she turned around and walked back the same trail, the smell was gone. Whatever was there had moved on. That's the kind of detail that makes you sit up and pay attention. What I love about Sabine's perspective is that she's not out there trying to prove anything. She made a really powerful statement during the interview that I think resonates with a lot of us. She said something along the lines of, "The existence doesn't require proof. It requires respect and protection." That's exactly the mindset we need more of in this community. Her research is tied into conservation, environmental protection, and the future of the planet, especially water resources. She sees protecting Sasquatch habitat as part of protecting the planet itself. She also practices energy healing, explores pagan spirituality, and runs the Sasquatch Trading Company. She's a fascinating person with a really grounded approach to the subject. The interview also touched on the upcoming second annual Gatineau Ottawa Sasquatch Conference, which was scheduled for August 15th and 16th. Cat Ward mentioned she'd be attending with a friend, and the excitement was palpable. It's so encouraging to see more events like this popping up in Canada, because as both Cat and Sabine pointed out, most of the activity, conferences, and public events tend to happen in the States. Canada has been a bit quieter on that front, but that's changing. Sabine also shared some really interesting thoughts on where the highest potential for activity might be in her region. Northern Ontario came up a lot, the Niagara region, Algonquin Park (which she's planning to camp in soon), and the Timiskaming region, which borders northern Ontario. She mentioned Timiskaming Shores specifically and noted that there's a lot happening up there. Eastern Quebec, toward Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, was another area she highlighted. Here's a fact that blew my mind: Quebec is roughly twice or three times the size of France, and 90% of it is uninhabited. Think about that for a second. That's an enormous expanse of wild, rugged terrain, and the further north you go, the more remote it gets. Sabine has a theory that the further north you travel, the bigger they get. She's heard stories from people up north describing encounters with individuals who are at least 10 feet tall, giants essentially. She even mentioned reading historical newspaper articles from way back that referenced sightings around Hudson Bay, describing them as "semihuman giants." That's some seriously intriguing historical documentation. The conversation also touched on aggressive encounters, and Sabine mentioned she's heard stories, particularly around the Timagami area, where some people have gone missing under very odd circumstances. Whether those are Sasquatch-related or not is unclear, but the circumstances are strange enough to warrant attention. She noted that rock-throwing or chasing-type behavior isn't something she's heard a lot about in her region, but there have been some stories. One thing that really came through in this interview is how important networking and community-building are for researchers in Canada. Sabine talked about how people tend to stay in their own little corners and hide, and she's trying to change that by being openly public about her work and creating spaces where researchers can connect. That's exactly what's needed to strengthen the community up there. If you're interested in Sasquatch research in Eastern Canada, or if you just want to hear from someone who approaches the subject with genuine respect, environmental consciousness, and a deep love for the outdoors, this episode is absolutely worth your time. Cat Ward is a fantastic interviewer, and the conversation flows naturally between personal experience, regional hotspots, and the broader implications of Sasquatch research. Definitely check it out. And if you're in the Ottawa/Gatineau area, keep an eye out for future conference announcements. The movement is growing, and it's exciting to see.