The Ottawa Jail (or Carleton) was opened in 1862. Served as the Capital’s local jail for over a century. This was the site for the Hanging of Patrick Whelan. He led a solitary life from as young as 14 years old, travelling all over until ending in Canada.  It’s 1865 and Whelan would serve in … Continue reading The Life and Death of “Murderer” Patrick Whelan