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Sounding Thunder: The Stories of Francis Pegahmagabow
Francis Pegahmagabow (1889-1952), a member of the Ojibwe nation, was born in Shawanaga, Ontario. Enlisting at the onset of the First World War, he became the most decorated Canadian Indigenous soldier for bravery and the most accomplished sniper in North American military history.
Honouring Indigenous Heroes: Tommy Prince Commemorative Project
Honouring Indigenous Heroes: Tommy Prince Commemorative Project.
Grandpa's Girls
A young girl delights in a visit to her grandpa's farm. The visit is also an opportunity for this child to ask Grandpa what her grandmother, Yayah, was like, and explore the "secret room,"with its old wooden trunk of ribbons, medals and photos of Grandpa in uniform.
Aboriginal People in the Canadian Military Chapter 5: The World Wars
Forgotten Warriors
This documentary introduces us to thousands of Indigenous Canadians who enlisted and fought alongside their countrymen and women during World War II.
The Jerry Cans - Northern Lights
The Jerry Cans - “Northern Lights”, live at The 2018 JUNO Awards.
Ayoungman
After her son, Kristian, a 24-year-old hockey player from Siksika Nation, is fatally shot in a vehicle near Strathmore, Alberta, Melodie Ayoungman challenges two communities to work together and face difficult conversations.
Reel Injun
The evolution of the depiction of Native Americans in film, from the silent era until today, featuring clips from hundreds of movies and candid interviews with famous directors, writers and actors, Native and non-Native: how their image on the screen transforms the way to understand their history and culture.
Fast Horse
This is Indian Relay, where jockeys ride horses bareback and jump from one horse to another in the middle of the race.
Fort McKay - Past, Present, and Future
A past, present and future journey in Fort McKay.
Forward Summit
Forward Summit prioritizes Indigenous prosperity by supporting open dialogue between communities and businesses.
Powwow Trail: Keeping the Beat | The Ways
In Powwow Trail, Dylan Jennings shares a weekend of singing with Midnite Express and dancing at the Oneida Powwow. This video is part of The Ways, an ongoing series of stories on culture and language from Native communities around the central Great Lakes.
Wab Kinew 500 Years in 2 Minutes
Wab Kinew explain 500 years in 2 minutes.
The Harvard Project On Amarican Indian Economic Development
The Harvard Project is the recognized leader in practical research, teaching, leadership development, policy analysis, and pro bono advising for Native communities.
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's final report
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Final Report is a testament to the courage of each and every survivor and family member who shared their story.
Owls See Clearly At Night
This picture book is a small glimpse, from A to Z, of some of the sights and sounds of the Michif language and its speakers. The language of the Métis, Michif is a combination of French and Cree with a trace of other regional languages.
Hiawatha and the Peacemaker
Born of Mohawk and Cayuga descent, musical icon Robbie Robertson learned the story of Hiawatha and his spiritual guide, the Peacemaker, as part of the Iroquois oral tradition. Now he shares the same gift of storytelling with a new generation.
Blackflies
One day Helen wakes up and it's SPRING! The snow has melted and the sun is shining. But Helen knows that the blackflies will be coming out soon.
The Mishomis Book
The Ojibway is one of the largest groups of Native Americans, belonging to the Anishinabe people of what is today the northern United States and Canada. The Mishomis Book documents the history, traditions, and culture of the Ojibway people through stories and myths passed down through generations.
The Thundermaker
Mi'kmaw artist Alan Syliboy's The Thundermaker is based on Alan's spectacular mixed-media exhibit of the same name. In the book, Big Thunder teaches his son, Little Thunder, about the important responsibility he has making thunder for his people. Little Thunder learns about his Mi'kmaw identity through his father's teachings and his mother's traditional stories. Syliboy's spectacular, vibrant artwork brings the story of Little Thunder to vivid life.