Hank and Josie are called to the hospital when Vicky and Bobbie are in a car accident. Everyone is banged up badly, especially Mick who is back in town. Bobbie and Vicky get grounded. Hank, Tazz, and Walt are called to an emergency repair job at a work camp.
Bannock: native treat, colonialism, or both? From traditional farming to award-winning native wineries and food trucks, Drew is dining all-indigenous.
Kris walks through the Sheguiandah Quarry on Manitoulin Island, an unmarked prehistoric site that proves Indigenous settlement since the Ice Age. Sarain visits with Anishnaabe Singer/Drummer/Teacher Tasheena Sarazin who creates safe places for women around the drum, on the pow wow trail, and in their own families and communities. Kris and Sarain get a glimpse into the food sustainability programs created by Enaadmaagehjik: Wikwemikong Development Commission on Manitoulin Island.
Gracey is commissioned to shoot photos of the Mudderella event in Whistler, BC. This event is a 5 to 7 mile obstacle course challenge, designed by women for women. They expect to have five to ten thousand participants so Gracey's opportunity to get a good shot is endless.
A rotating compilation of music videos featuring diverse talents of Native American & World Indigenous cultures. Different genres such as hip hop, rap, dance, rock, and many more are featured on The AUX.
Art and Dan create a modern version of a West Coast pit cook in the Nuuchanulth community of Estowista near Tofino. With the beautiful backdrop of the Pacific's long sandy beaches, our hosts are taught to harvest shellfish.
DJ Shub, the Godfather of PowWowStep brings us a live visual performance of his JUNO award-winning, chart-topping electronic Indigenous album: War Club. Filmed at the Ska-Nah-Doht Village & Lower Thames Conservation, DJ Shub partners with special guests and Indigenous dancers bringing a message of protest and power. This celebration of Indigenous music and culture follows a narrative of a young girl who finds her long-lost brother with the guidance of an enchanted Indigenous War Club. Set on conservation land, The War Club special is an immersive, high-energy electronic music experience that places the viewer in the midst of the show. DJ Shub energetically performs at the turntable decks against dynamic movement from Indigenous dancers and featured artists.
An immersive traditional story woven into a stunning visual feast. Indigenous Dancer /Choreographer Santee Smith tells the story of her intimate and powerful new work against a dazzling cinematic performance featuring her and her dance company. The piece is Kaha:wi and it illustrates a traditional, but incredibly universal story, one that shows the power of dance, music, language and culture to heal, renew and re-emerge with greater vitality.
"A New Island" Between 1946 and 1958 the United States tested 67 nuclear weapons in the Marshall Islands. Claims between the United States and the Marshall Islands are ongoing, and the health effects have created a legacy that still lingers from these tests. A New Island is a documentary about the displaced people of this region who have immigrated to Springdale, Arkansas. They come for better jobs, education, and health care. And they come legally. A New Island introduces us to some of the people who have made this journey, as they try to preserve their island culture while adapting to life in the middle of America.
Tribal citizens weigh in on President-elect Donald Trump's selection for the Interior Department. Montana's Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians is no longer landless. An Indigenous architect's work reflects tribal cultures. The Navajo Nation strengthens its power grid. Nearly 150 Indigenous people ran for office this fall. A look at the results.
Four unhealthy and overweight individuals set out on a journey towards a healthy living.
Teepee makes bannock; Teepee washes the dishes by himself for the first time.
Keeping walang, staying healthy can be a lot of fun ana. Waabiny, playing and eating moordtij mereny, good food are two ways to keep walang every day.
Everyone has treasures - things that are special to them that they keep. Some people and puppets even have special boxes to keep their treasures in. The kids learn all about treasures and the memories that they hold.
It's unseasonal Christmas at Dr. Pok's! The travelers go to the Great North where Pam meets Amak, a husky puppy. Pam is caught in a dilemma when the puppy makes her promise not to tell anyone about the tunnel under the snow that he wants to dig. Pam considers the tunnel dangerous, but is afraid of losing the dog's friendship if she reveals her secret. In the end, driven by her sense of worry, she decides to tell the dog's older sister and break the secret. We will then see that Pam did the right thing: she felt worried and spoke up.
Randy learns about wooden blocks and dolls. Katie teaches Randy how to make two kinds of jewelry.
Raven and her puppet friends learn the Cheyenne word for "my younger sibling" along with additional Cheyenne phrases. Featured puppet skits include lessons about getting along with family, lying, and not being selfish. Justin and Flash get a surprise when they try to order a pizza.
The carnival comes to Wapos Bay, and T-Bear is smitten by the carnival owner's daughter, Evelyn, and will do anything to help out at the carnival. T-Bear's dad Jacob tries everything to keep his son away from the "carnies," as he calls them, because of his own earlier experiences. Raven is bedridden with chicken pox and develops an overactive imagination by watching too many soap operas on TV.
After tearful farewells, Kyanna heads back to Alice Springs. But, the twins remain determined to sort out the mystery of why they were separated at birth.
Chef and instructor Ben Genialle creates a fusion of traditional Aboriginal and contemporary foods. He hunts duck, grouse, and snowshoe hare; and gathers skunk cabbage, gooseberries, and Oregon grapes near BC?s Shuswap Lake.
In this episode, Chef Kelly is in Mayotte. The young commis chef Mohammed takes Chef Kelly to meet with Zali to discover the traditional recipe of the "achards de bilimbi" (bilimbi achars). For her revisit, Chef Kelly meets with Maoulida, a "bilimbi" producer in Cambani, as well as a "hanga" producer in Pamandzi, Benny.
Tribal citizens weigh in on President-elect Donald Trump's selection for the Interior Department. Montana's Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians is no longer landless. An Indigenous architect's work reflects tribal cultures. The Navajo Nation strengthens its power grid. Nearly 150 Indigenous people ran for office this fall. A look at the results.
FNX NOW is the station's flagship news series and the first interstitial community engagement series created by the channel after its initial launch in 2012. This new half-hour block looks to house all the most recent FNX NOW interstitial segments and showcase them in one spot.
An injury forces one player to sit out the end of the camp. The rest of the team put all their focus on the coming game during final practice, and then go to Montreal for a challenging escape game.
Gracey is commissioned by Landyachtz to shoot photos of their team in the Landyachtz World Cup Race. Riders will reach speeds up to 70 km/h and face a gnarly 1/6 km road that features a 1000 foot vertical drop and seven 180 degree hairpin turns with 12 corners.
Four unhealthy and overweight individuals set out on a journey towards a healthy living.
On this episode, Juaquin Lonelodge continues construction on the jingle dress project.
Simon Baker travels to the remote south pacific island of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) to see how the recent growth in tourism is threatening the sanctity of its ancient Polynesian treasures, the indigenous Rapa Nui people and the environment.
Art and Dan create a modern version of a West Coast pit cook in the Nuuchanulth community of Estowista near Tofino. With the beautiful backdrop of the Pacific's long sandy beaches, our hosts are taught to harvest shellfish.
A maestra of artesania and her two 15-year-old students during their Mayan embroidery tour in Yucatan, Mexico. The trio traveled in early March, days before the pandemic shutdown, to various Mayan villages to meet artisans working in their homes and shops. They reflect on their experiences with candor and insight while capturing vibrant colors and cultural life with sincerity and appreciation.
On Manitoba's sacred site of Manito Api, a young boy nearing the end of his vision quest is visited by seven sacred animals who share with him the teachings of Mino-Pi-Mati-Si-Win-A Good and Peaceful Way of Life. Grandfather Buffalo - Respect An apparition of a Buffalo appears from the sacred fire and teaches the boy about the Law of Respect. Grandfather Eagle - Love The young boy looks to the sky as an enormous Eagle flies down to teach the Law of Love. Grandfather Bear - Courage A giant Grizzly Bear emerges from the forest, and the boy learns about the Law of Courage. Sabe - Honesty A large and imposing creature similar to Bigfoot, the Sabe, appears to teach the boy about the Law of Honesty. Beaver - Wisdom A Beaver scurries up to the boy from behind a fallen tree to provide the Law of Wisdom. Wolf - Humility The boy is startled as a Timber Wolf steps out of the shadow to explain the Law of Humility. Grandmother Turtle - Truth A beautiful traditional song draws the boy to a special encounter with a Turtle, who helps him understand the importance of the Law of Truth. All people, from all walks of life, are encouraged to create strong relationships with Indigenous Peoples and the land, guided by the Seven Sacred Laws.
Ojibwemotaadidaa! is a children's show highlighting Ojibwemowin and Anishinaabe culture. Go on an adventure with the Waasabiik Ojibwemotaadiwin Immersion Program in Red Lake, meet artist Jonathan Thunder and visit kids from the Leech Lake Head Start, and Cass Lake Elementary.
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Tribal citizens weigh in on President-elect Donald Trump's selection for the Interior Department. Montana's Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians is no longer landless. An Indigenous architect's work reflects tribal cultures. The Navajo Nation strengthens its power grid. Nearly 150 Indigenous people ran for office this fall. A look at the results.
A Rama police officer responding to a call never knows what's going to happen.
Aboriginal women serving in Canada's armed forces are often introduced to military service through an Aboriginal program such as Raven, Bold Eagle or Black Bear. But once they integrate as regular soldiers, they are treated just like anyone else. No favouritism means equal opportunity for all - whether for promotion, or for postings in war zones overseas.
Old wounds are stirred when a missing American tourist washes up on the notorious Dog Island. His body is half eaten and the people of Rabbit Fall are convinced the Weetigo?a creature who takes over humans' souls and turns them into cannibals?is back. The discovery coincides with the return of John Spence, a child killer who cannibalized his victim in one of Rabbit Fall's most haunting crimes. Fear morphs into frenzy and a group of vigilantes sets out to destroy the alleged Weetigo before he strikes again. The case spirals out of control when Tara brings Spence into protective custody.
Art takes Dan to the northern end of Vancouver Island in search of black bears. Art showcases one of his favourite meals at a traditional Metis gathering. Micisok!
Pivot is a play on words. It is a skateboard trick, and an art exhibit showcasing the use of skateboard decks as a canvas. But the word "Pivot" itself has a deeper meaning. This documentary explores the meaning of the word "pivot" in many indigenous communities, and showcases the artwork, history and people behind this unique display of talent from native artists of all ages.
"Local schoolchildren from Paakuma' K-8 School in San Bernardino, CA experience California Native American Day by taking a field trip to California State University, San Bernardino's campus to interact with Native tribal educators from San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and others in the Southern California area and learn about native culture and history in the region."
A maestra of artesania and her two 15-year-old students during their Mayan embroidery tour in Yucatan, Mexico. The trio traveled in early March, days before the pandemic shutdown, to various Mayan villages to meet artisans working in their homes and shops. They reflect on their experiences with candor and insight while capturing vibrant colors and cultural life with sincerity and appreciation.
A documentary featuring the participants, vendors, and viewers from 3 of Southern California's Pow Wows. The program presents voices from every facet of the community to invite viewers to experience the emotional and dramatic underpinnings of what it means to be a Native American in this modern age. What forces continue to drive us back to the pounding medicine of the drums and dance on the arena floor?