Tara works the case of a young woman whose cause of death defies logic - the autopsy reveals her heart has been shredded yet there's no visible trauma to her body. The case grows even more disturbing when Tara discovers photos that cast suspicion on her partner Bob. Forensics links the latest victim to the murder of Gabriel and Tara realizes she has an innocent man-Johnny Redden-locked up and a murderer running free. The case explodes in gunfire and tragedy. Tara traces her birth mother to the town of Rabbit Fall.
Eva eases Amanda's return to the Rez to meet the baby she ran out on. Melanie helps Mylo find her way back to treatment for her leukemia, and Healy confronts Farida about her drug use, while Gina's animal rescue operation is busted.
LaRonge, Saskatchewan is home to one of the largest remote response EMT units in Canada. Jody and Kristen know the risks all too well. With all the tragedy they encounter, there also comes much joy. Experience the phenomenal perseverance these women demonstrate on a daily basis.
The mercury rises as Tannis and Mason see the sights of Williams Lake courtesy of world class rider James Doerfling. Caribou Chilcotin Jet boats might help beat the heat.
In this series opener, we meet the four Bears and the first three Indigenous-owned businesses compete for the episode prize of $10,000 and the chance to win the grand prize of $100,000!
The Forest of Eyes joins a family on the Koyukuk River as they fish for their yearly supply of salmon, living and teaching survival skills to the children.
Art takes Dan to BC's Northern Rockies to hunt moose; the iconic Canadian symbol and staple of many First Nations for countless generations. Dan learns a bit about what it takes to hunt moose and is miffed to learn this is the "easy" way.
A Cedar Is Life explores how one critical species, the cedar tree, is central to the cultural life of West Coast First Nations. The film weaves together interviews with elders, artists, and other hands-on practitioners who speak to how all parts of the tree were and still are important to make use of, while also highlighting the importance of protecting this ancient ancestor throughout the film. We look at how cedar is bridging cultural gaps today, and how this passing down of knowledge to the next generation is essential for promoting the strength of culture in so many Indigenous communities.
A heartwarming story about the power of love and family. Embark on a journey of transformation as one family from the Pine Ridge Reservation of South Dakota finds healing through the path of the heart.
Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture say they have worked over the last three years to listen to tribal concerns and act on them. Now Native ag producers are noticing. One told ICT: "I used to think Obama was good for Natives and then came Biden," ICT's Stewart Huntington has more. President Joe Biden recently used the Antiquities Act to expand the nearby Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in cooperation with the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation in northern California. Stewart Huntington spoke with the tribe's chairman Anthony Roberts to learn more about the new protections for the land his nation holds sacred. A new novel from the University of Minnesota Press features themes of self-determination and reclamation, with a twist. This is Conor Kerr's second novel. Shirley Sneve has this interview. In Phoenix, a Navajo man is bottling up the heat. Michael John is the founder of Navajo Mike's Southwestern Style Bar-b-que Sauce. It's featured in Tocabe Indigenous Marketplace.
Being healthy also means being spiritually balanced. Liz, Krystal and Geri get back to their heritage and work up a sweat building a sweat lodge from the ground up. Michele talks about her faith as we take a glimpse into her spiritual side.
Teepee learns about the four seasons; Teepee plays in the park for the first time.
Djinang, Look! It's a yongka, a kangaroo. And can you see the wetj, the emu full of feathers.
Friendly competition can be fun, but what happens when you start to take it too seriously? Jason learns about teamwork at a lacrosse practice with Dad and how trying your best in more important than winning the game.
When Chief Madwe builds the kids their very own fort they imagine themselves as a super rescuers ready to help those in need but Joe keeps raising false alarms. When a runaway kite causes a real rescue need, Joe has to persuade his pals it's not a false alarm and that without them a Maymay will truly end up in distress. Inspired by his father, the Chief, Buddy becomes leader of the trio, giving orders to Nina, Joe and Smudge the puppy as they help neighbours. Buddy doesn't listen to their concerns so Joe and Nina refuse to follow but he realizes his mistake just in time to lead them in rescuing some animals stuck on a roof.
Louis tells Randy that he has to deliver kuhkithuw (all) the blueberries to Mrs. Charles. Randy picks up only one pail. When Randy arrives to Mrs. Charles' house with one pail of blueberries she tells him that she's having a pie sale, and the one pail of blueberries isn't enough for the number of pies she's going to bake. Louis tells Randy he needs to get Mrs. Charles some mihkwekin (red fabric), sipihkwekin (blue fabric), osawekin (yellow fabric). Randy doesn't know what those words mean. Randy and Katie mistakenly think that the Cree words Louis told Randy mean red, blue and yellow or orange skirts instead of red, blue and yellow fabric.
A distant cousin, Betty, visits Wapos Bay. Betty is in a wheelchair because of osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease), and T-Bear tries to avoid her because he knows that he plays too rough.
Amy, Casey and Theodore meet an unusual boy who is on his way to his village. The chief has stolen the sun and has absolute power over night and day. The kids and their new friend convince the Chief to play a "riddle" game show, with the winner receiving the gift of the sun. The lesson learned is not to steal.
Isa, our awesome youth host, welcomes us to Our Great Blue World - and did you know the Oceans make up 70% of Mother Earth?
Barrett Awai known as entertainer, athlete, and mentor for youth shares his cooking skills with us today in the kitchen. He shares one of his favorite recipes with us for Corned Beef and Nori Seaweed Wrap.
In this episode, Chef Kelly is in Paris at the Salon des Outre-Mer et de la Francophonie. She meets with Babette de Rozieres to discover the traditional recipe of the "accras de morue." For her revisit, Chef Kelly meets with Luc, a spice producer, as well as a shopkeeper of a tropical produce delicatessen store.
Officials from the U.S. Department of Agriculture say they have worked over the last three years to listen to tribal concerns and act on them. Now Native ag producers are noticing. One told ICT: "I used to think Obama was good for Natives and then came Biden," ICT's Stewart Huntington has more. President Joe Biden recently used the Antiquities Act to expand the nearby Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in cooperation with the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation in northern California. Stewart Huntington spoke with the tribe's chairman Anthony Roberts to learn more about the new protections for the land his nation holds sacred. A new novel from the University of Minnesota Press features themes of self-determination and reclamation, with a twist. This is Conor Kerr's second novel. Shirley Sneve has this interview. In Phoenix, a Navajo man is bottling up the heat. Michael John is the founder of Navajo Mike's Southwestern Style Bar-b-que Sauce. It's featured in Tocabe Indigenous Marketplace.
Orange Shirt Day, an annual remembrance of the harm of Canada's residential school system; professors of the Ojibwe and Dakota languages discuss the importance of preserving the languages.
The boys get the chance to develop their personal skills with J.P. Vigier in a series of unique drills and exercises. After a long day's work, the boys look forward to a good stretch. However, their yoga session proves to be slightly unorthodox, as a few four-legged friends join the fray.
We meet well-known pro skier KC Deane, who as it turns out, is also fearless on a bike. Tannis is starting to have some doubts about her ability to make it in the action sports world.
The role of spirituality is examined when the group builds a sweat lodge.
Guest artist Redsky Whapeppah, demonstrates bell application on traditional regalia as host Juaquin Lonelodge describes the history and significance of bells.
The Native Drum, hosted by master drum maker, Shawn Littlebear is a how-to television series. Littlebear is a traditional drum maker who shares with us his techniques for making drums.
David Fleming in conversation with Steve Rushingwind and Nelson Rios. We'll be speaking primarily about 'Fuego', the new release from Rushingwind and the Native Groove and will include an in-studio performance.
Art takes Dan to BC's Northern Rockies to hunt moose; the iconic Canadian symbol and staple of many First Nations for countless generations. Dan learns a bit about what it takes to hunt moose and is miffed to learn this is the "easy" way.
Dave explores the world of graphic novels in Winnipeg, and then travels to The Little Bighorn Battlefield in South Dakota to film battle reenactments.
The history and spirituality of the Indigenous People of the American Southwest are deeply rooted in the Land. Since the beginning of time, they have been stewards and protectors of their home lands, past and present. These places intimately connect the People and their beliefs to the natural world. No place is ever abandoned, the landscape is forever living. This is their story, of the Land and who they are.
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Dwayne Tomah has been working to preserve, grow and celebrate his Passamaquoddy culture for years. He's getting an honorary doctorate this weekend and new resources to spread his culture with a year-long fellowship at Colbey College in Maine. ICT's Stewart Huntington has the interview. She's believed to be the first Alaska Native woman to graduate from Columbia University with a degree in civil engineering. However ongoing protests on campus resulted in her missing her chance to walk across the stage. ICT's Renata Birkenbuel reports that while Charitie Ropati may be disappointed that she didn't walk, she still stands proudly in solidarity with her classmates. A nonprofit in South Dakota is investing in its future focusing on the youth. The Cheyenne River Youth Project provides programming, events and services to community members. ICT previously spoke to its CEO Julie Garreau about the non-profit's recent purchase of land. Paris Wise has this follow-up interview. No matter your background, Saturday or Sunday dinners can be a popular reason to gather with loved ones and relatives. That's the case in Oklahoma, especially for five tribal nations that have been creating meals, for generations, out of a celebrated main ingredient. ICT's Aliyah Chavez explores wild onions.
Tom asks Shayla if she's heard about a thing called fey realm. He mentions vague details of a guy who went missing on Bell Island and wants Shayla to go there to find out what happened.
Liz is left reeling after her fiance' is kidnapped. Does Matthew Tommy's shady past connect him to the kidnapping?
Pete Sands is a Navajo musician, filmmaker. You've seen him on Paramount's Yellowstone, and he's a long time contributor to FNX programming.
Art shows Dan where he grew up eating wild snowshoe hares in a Northern BC community near Cowichan River. Dan learns how to snare wild rabbits and forage for plants with a local medicine woman.
David Fleming in conversation with Steve Rushingwind and Nelson Rios. We'll be speaking primarily about 'Fuego', the new release from Rushingwind and the Native Groove and will include an in-studio performance.
SACRED STICK examines the historical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of lacrosse. From the ancient Maya to the world famous Iroquois Nationals team, this program explores the cultural diffusion and transmutation of a uniquely indigenous sport that, like Native people themselves, adapted and endured within the dominant culture. The thirty-minute film is intended for both a general audience, for whom lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in the country, and a Native American-specific audience for whom lacrosse has deep cultural meaning.
In 1928, Andy Payne, a 20-year-old Cherokee, won the Great American Footrace -- the longest footrace in history, stretching 3,422 miles along Route 66, from Los Angeles to New York. Andy's story is remarkable because it reveals an ordinary Native American who triumphed not because of mystical power, but because he believed in himself.