The Tree Spirits: Watching Gault

Gentleman,
Have you reviewed my last report?

CONFIDENTIAL DOSSIER

SUBJECT: Gregory Rejean Gault
DATE: September 30, 2023
PREPARED BY: [Redacted]
FOR: [Redacted]

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

SUBJECT OVERVIEW

Gregory Rejean Gault, age 36, investigative journalist based in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Gault has built a formidable reputation for his investigative work in environmental justice, Indigenous rights, and corporate corruption. He has received multiple journalism awards and is known for fearless reporting on high-risk topics.

Since August 2023, Gault has been making inquiries into the April 2023 drowning of Métis environmentalist Daniel LaChance. While the official cause of death was ruled accidental, local sources have suggested foul play, citing threats LaChance allegedly received before his death. It is unclear what, if any, direct information LaChance shared with Gault before his death, but Gault’s continued inquiries about the case suggest that he may have received key intel that has yet to surface.

Gault has no criminal record and no outstanding financial liabilities, including parking tickets, which have been settled. He has no children and no known personal vulnerabilities—except for his current girlfriend and his half-sister, Grace Parker Gault. The sister appears to be his greatest emotional weakness.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

  • Bachelor of Journalism, Concordia University (Montreal, 2010)
  • Freelance Journalist, Montreal (2010-2012)
  • Investigative Reporter, Winnipeg Independent News (2012-Present)
  • Awards & Recognitions:
    • National Investigative Journalism Award – Environmental exposé on corporate contamination of Indigenous lands
    • Excellence in Environmental Reporting Award – Climate change coverage in northern Manitoba
    • Canadian Press Award for Social Justice Reporting – Systemic racism in Canadian institutions

Gault has established strong connections within media, academic, and activist circles both in Canada and abroad. His current networking efforts have expanded beyond Manitoba, suggesting that his work on the LaChance case may be part of a broader investigation

ACTIVITIES (AUGUST – SEPTEMBER):

Since August, Gault has:

  • Traveled multiple times to northern Manitoba, including Lake Athapapuskow, where LaChance was found drowned.
  • Spoken with at least four sources tied to environmental and Indigenous rights groups.
  • Made inquiries about financial transactions connected to government contracts in northern infrastructure projects.
  • Communicated with journalists in Ottawa and Washington, D.C., suggesting an effort to connect local findings to a larger issue.

While there is no direct evidence that Gault possesses classified or sensitive documents, his pattern of inquiry suggests he may be in possession of information LaChance gathered before his death. If this is the case, Gault’s next move remains uncertain.

Additionally, on September 21st, Gault was visited by his half-sister, who arrived by train from Boston. They spent two days together before she continued to Thompson, Manitoba, on September 24th. Although Grace has no known involvement in Gregory’s work, her timing and proximity make her a potential concern.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS & POTENTIAL VULNERABILITIES

Current Partner: Dr. Celeste Fontaine

  • Political analyst & investigative journalist specializing in government corruption and Arctic sovereignty.
  • Publicly critical of corporate influence on Canadian resource policies
  • Relationship is ongoing but undefined.
  • Potential risk factor if she is drawn into Gault’s work.

Other Past Relationships of Note:

  • Freja Madsen – Environmental activist, currently in Denmark. No threat level.
  • Angela Chouinard – Former contemporary dancer, based in Paris. No threat level.
  • Vanessa Laurent – PR executive with corporate ties. Potential source of insight into corporate interests.
  • Lily Carter – War correspondent with intelligence contacts. Moderate risk if involved.

Gault is known to maintain amicable ties with his past partners, though none appear to be directly involved in his current work

BACKGROUND: GRACE PARKER GAULT

Age: 45
Current Location:  Thompson, Manitoba
Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Emerson College (Boston, 2000)
  • Masters in library science, McGill University (Montreal, 2005)

Occupation: Reference Librarian, Boston Public Library

Marital History:

  • Previously married to Craig Anderson, a Boston attorney.
  • Divorce ended in 2016 after documented psychological abuse and harassment.
  • Police reports were filed against Anderson for stalking and threats, but he was never charged.
  • Grace sought therapy for depression following the divorce.
  • Police records note she may have experienced a miscarriage following a questionable fall before leaving the marriage, though no formal allegations were made.

Criminal Record: None. No known legal or major financial issues.

Observations & Risk Assessment:

  • Contributes to liberal causes and has signed several petitions.
  • There are indications that someone forced Craig Anderson to leave her alone in 2017. Anderson abruptly ceased all harassment and left no further public trace of interest in Grace. The nature of this intervention is unclear.
  • Psychological profile suggests a quiet but determined personality—not easily manipulated, family oriented, highly protective of her brother.
  • No significant dating history since the divorce
  • Spends most of her time at work, volunteering or with friends.
  • Her ability to research and analyze information could become a problem if she becomes curious about Gregory’s work.

RELEVANCE TO ONGOING INVESTIGATION:

  • Grace Gault is Gregory’s chief vulnerability.
  • Her destination, Thompson, Manitoba, is an area of strategic interest.
  • If Gregory perceives her to be in danger, he may act erratically.

Grace’s potential curiosity or research ability could make her an unintentional risk.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  1. Continuing the discreet surveillance of Gregory Gault, focusing on:
    • His communications with Indigenous and environmental groups
    • His interactions with Dr. Celeste Fontaine
    • Any travel or financial transactions tied to his investigation.
  2. Initiate passive surveillance on Grace Parker Gault upon her arrival in Thompson.
    • Primary concern: Unintentional involvement in Gregory’s work
    • Secondary concern: Possible exposure to sensitive information
  3. Investigate the circumstances surrounding Craig Anderson’s sudden withdrawal from harassing Grace.
    • Determine whether external pressure was applied and by whom.
    • Assess whether this party has any ongoing interest in Grace’s safety.
  4. Monitor Gregory’s activities for signs that he has acquired classified or proprietary information.
    • While there is no direct evidence that he has Power_Play.zip, his pattern of inquiry suggests he is working from privileged data.

If he progresses toward publication, intervention may be required.

ASSESSMENT:

Gregory Gault’s increased scrutiny into corporate and foreign interests in the Arctic places him at moderate-to-high risk for intervention. He has yet to publish anything directly implicating key figures, but his actions suggest that he is closing in on potentially damaging information.

Grace Gault’s presence in Manitoba introduces an unpredictable element. While she does not appear to be involved, her connection to Gregory and personal history indicate that she could be a problem. If she becomes suspicious or drawn into his work, containment efforts may need to extend to her as well.

Ongoing monitoring and, if necessary, preemptive actions are advised. END OF REPORT

“Recommendations, approved.”

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