Canadian Haunting and Paranormal Society

In the Winter of 2005 after 14 years of paranormal enthusiasm and spiritual studies, Dave Gibb felt it was time to organize his studies and turn it to research. He conceived the name and concept of C.H.A.P.S. In the Spring of 2005 where he formed a team of like minded individuals.

C.H.A.P.S. a proud member of the TAPS Family since 2008, is a pragmatic based research group. We go into every investigation with the mindset that we would like to disprove the presence of a haunting. We want to be able to settle the mind of the client that they either have a physical reason for their concerns or that they may indeed have something paranormal present with them.

C.H.A.P.S. runs primarily out of the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa Valley areas.. We have members situated so that we can take care of the largest area possible. Our investigations have taken us to many corners of the province, western Quebec, and the U.S.A.

Our team does enjoy having fun at investigations, however we will present the most professional product to the client that is possible. We use the best technology accessible to facilitate that. These services, are 100% cost free. We are there for you.

Know that our charter with the TAPS Family means we can offer excellence, beware of other teams passing themselves off as paranormal investigators. Check references, ask about the equipment they use and their methods. NEVER pay for an investigation. IF they charge for one, get away from them. NOT make money off you. Please allow us to put your mind at ease

Meet the Team

Dave Gibb

Founder and Director

Dave has been investigating since 1994 and formally formed CHAPS in 2005. Raised in the Spiritualist church he has ties to that "world" but has chosen to rely on the more pragmatic style of research. Use of logic. Dave has lead the team on hundreds of investigations, with numerous team partnerships included across Ontario, NE and Mid United States and overseas. Since 2008 a proud TAPS Family members. Contact Dave at dave@chapsparanormal.ca

Sandy Gibb

Producer

Sandy located in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, has filled a number of roles on the team, originally began by editing videos for clients which she continues Sandy acted as the primary cameraperson. Since that point she has moved on the creation of the you tube videos, production of our commercials and graphics. Sandy has produced commercials for other TAPS Family as well. Since her start on the team June of 2008 she has been an integral part of the investigative team and logistics crew. Contact Sandy at sandy@chapsparanormal.ca

Shannon Cowan

Investigator

Shannon is a very passionate investigator, she is also a bit of a wild child. Clientelle warm up to Shannon as she is willing to talk to anyone, see the positive side in something and express her thoughts truthfully. Since coming on with the team as a guest and forward has attended every investigation. She is not afraid to speak up when needed or inform the team if something is not correct with a clients claims. Shannon is never one to back down from a dare or a challenge which due to her personality can make for some interesting on and off times with the team. You've been warned.

John Tallon

Investigator

John Tallon started with the team as a guest in the fall of 2009, since that time he has amassed a number of investigations. Retired from the Royal Canadian Air Force, his profession as an aircraft mechanic also gives him a perception of the noises that can occur physically and makes him an asset to the technical team. A resident of Petawawa, John has consistently been the 1st to jump on any investigation anywhere and we were proud to make him a full time member of the team November of 2010. John is a natural dramatic ham, which helps the tired mood on any investigation.

Phil Booker

Lead Investigator

Phil and Dave go a way back, to high school. Some years later Phil contacted Dave in regards to the team so in 2015 he began working through all of the roles. In quick fashion it was obvious Phil had a skill for the lead. Phil has a theatrical background but also a mechanical one, so marry the two and you have someone who can contrast an interesting investigation while looking at the physical attributes. As of late Phil has had to take most of the lead work due to Dave having to step back somewhat. It has only further propelled his skills as head of a crew. Patient and passionate about his position as a Lead Investigator. We are sure with many years to come.

Jeff Livesey

Information Technologist

I graduated from Algonquin College, in Ottawa, Canada in 1999, and have been an IT specialist for 19 years, working in a large organization. I joined C.H.A.P.S. because my wife told me to. Just kidding, I have always believed and had interest in "The Other Side." We can thank The Exorcist, Amityville, and the Poltergeist. I personally have not yet had an experience that I know of, but have witnessed some unusual things like "The Balloon" for example (check out my story in our Your Stories page.) My wife joined C.H.A.P.S. and met these amazing people, all sharing the same interest in the paranormal, and they needed an IT guy. It was a great opportunity for me to contribute my expertise to C.H.A.P.S. and in return, I hope to "experience" a paranormal event.... I am truly honoured to be a part of this group.

Fiona Rogers

Investigator / Social Media Director

Fiona quite literally has the paranormal in her blood. Since her birth she has been raised around it. Dave has had Fiona out on investigations as early as the age of 13. She was naturally intuitive and due to her circumstances in life, she was able to be empathetic to troubled spirits (as per claims) Allowing her to ask diverse questions during EVP sessions. Now armed with a degree in Forensic Psychology she possesses the acumen to develop an analytical approach to the investigation which keeping it pragmatic. Fiona handles our social media as well. Being a little more in tune to that crowd than her old man!! Eventually one day she with take over the helm of this organization. But for now....