Daily update on what's making headlines in Indigenous country across Canada and beyond.
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APTN News InFocus explores the stories and issues affecting Indigenous Peoples through expert interviews and meaningful conversations. Hosted by reporter Cierra Bettens, each episode offers unique insights and context from people who know the stories best.
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July 30, 2025—Quebec foster family worries Jordan's Principle not being upheld after human rights complaint against youth protection body dismissed
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10:54Our lead story: a Quebec foster family caring for two Indigenous children worries Jordan's Principle is not being upheld in the province after their human rights complaint against a youth protection body dismissed.Par APTN
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‘Choices and changes’: Dylan Cloud’s journey through healing and storytelling
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20:35This week on APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens sits down with Dylan Cloud, a former APTN News intern and recent media grad, to talk about his healing journey and growth as a storyteller. Cloud, who joins us from Long Plain First Nation, shares how he went from incarceration and addiction to sobriety, reconnecting with his culture, enrolling in…
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July 29, 2025—York Factory Cree Nation declares state of emergency due to wildfire, as low river levels prevent evacuation by ferry
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Our lead story: York Factory Cree Nation declares a state of emergency due to northern Manitoba wildfires, warning that 600 residents are unable to leave by ferry due to low water levels on the nearby Nelson River.Par APTN
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July 28, 2025—James Smith Cree Nation in SK announces forensic audit of its finances by Indigenous Services Canada and KPMG
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Our lead story: the James Smith Cree Nation in Saskatchewan announces it will be subject to a forensic audit—dating back to April 2018—to be jointly carried out by Indigenous Services Canada and accounting firm KPMG.Par APTN
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July 25, 2025—After meeting with PM in NWT, ITK president reassured Bill C-5 won’t violate modern treaties
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Our lead story: following prime minister Mark Carney’s meeting with Inuit leaders in the Northwest Territories about the controversial One Canadian Economy Act—aka Bill C-5—Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) president Natan Obed says, so far, he’s assured it won’t violate modern treaties.Par APTN
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July 24, 2025—Indigenous leaders' takeaways from this week's premiers meeting; remains of Sherry Michelle Ahenakew found in SK
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Our lead story: With this week’s three-day meeting of premiers now over, some reflections from those who attended a roughly two-hour session with Indigenous leaders early on in the event. > Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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July 23, 2025—QC watchdog agency opens investigation into Nunavik Police Service’s third fatal interaction since Nov. 2024
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Our lead story: the identity of a man shot and killed July 17 in Inukjuak QC by the Nunavik Police Service—its third fatal interaction since November 2024—is confirmed as 34-year-old father James Kavik.Par APTN
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July 22, 2025—Premiers’ gathering in Huntsville, ON includes sit-down with Indigenous leaders like AFN’s Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak
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Our lead story: as part of this week’s annual premiers gathering in Huntsville, ON, the provincial leaders spend part of their day sitting with Indigenous leaders like Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak.Par APTN
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July 21, 2025—MB gov’t officially ends Winnipeg-area landfill search that recovered remains of Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran
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Our lead story: the province of Manitoba announces the search of a Winnipeg-area landfill for the now-recovered remains of two First Nations women—Morgan Harris and Marcedes Myran—has officially ended.Par APTN
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July 18, 2025—Carney gov't meeting with chiefs continues on new law fast-tracking major projects, Bill C-5
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10:48Our lead story: day two of this week’s federal meeting with chiefs in Gatineau, QC, as the Liberal government follows up with First Nations on Bill C-5, the new law meant to fast track major economic projects.Par APTN
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Beyond borders: Ellen Gabriel’s activism from Kanehsatà:ke to Gaza
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19:49This week on APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens is joined by Mohawk activist, artist and filmmaker Ellen Gabriel. During the 1990 siege at Kanehsatà:ke, Gabriel was chosen by the People of the Longhouse to speak for the community during a 78-day standoff with the Canadian military. Thirty-five years later she continues to speak out, not only fo…
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July 17, 2025—Chiefs from across Canada gather in Ottawa ahead of Bill C-5 discussion with PM Mark Carney
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Our lead story: several chiefs gather in Ottawa ahead of Thursday's meeting with prime minister Mark Carney on Bill C-5—the recently-enacted law enabling quicker approvals for major projects—a meeting some chiefs say is as rushed as the legislation itself. Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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July 16, 2025—Calgary police officer charged with two counts of second-degree murder in 2023 shooting deaths; study finds Indigenous fire death rates to be 5x that of non-Indigenous communities
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Our lead story: Calgary Cst. Craig Stothard is charged with two counts of second-degree murder following an investigation by the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) into the May 2023 shooting deaths of Levon Fox and Wesley Davidson during a slow-speed chase.Par APTN
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July 15, 2025—MB’s Chief Medical Examiner calls for inquests into 7 men's deaths at correctional institutions
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Our lead story: Manitoba’s Chief Medical Examiner calls for inquests into the 2020-21 deaths of seven men at correctional institutions, including the in-custody death of William Ahmo. Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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Our lead story: members of the Innu Nation set up a road blockade on disputed lands in Labrador, forcing Hydro-Québec to pause geological work for a proposed hydroelectric dam site. Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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July 11, 2025—MB's second state of emergency in under two months due to wildfires; Trump signs bill allowing oil/gas drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
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Our lead story: for the second time in under two months, Manitoba declares a province-wide state of emergency due to wildfires, forcing thousands to flee their homes.Par APTN
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Build fast: Alberta and Ontario push ahead, Nunavut looks back
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12:52This week on APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens digs into the growing push from provinces to fast-track major infrastructure projects, even if it means sidelining environmental protections and Indigenous rights. Ontario and Alberta have signed a new agreement aimed at building more pipelines and rail lines, calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney…
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July 10, 2025—Native Women's Association of Canada puts headquarters up for sale 3 years after its grand opening
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Our lead story: three years after its grand opening in Gatineau QC, the headquarters of the Native Women's Association of Canada (NWAC) is put up for sale.Par APTN
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July 9, 2025—Independent body looking into Eagle Gold mine disaster in YK says mandated review board could prevent future such incidents
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Our lead story: an independent body looking into what caused the 2024 Eagle Gold mine disaster in the Yukon says a mandated review board could prevent future incidents.Par APTN
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July 8, 2025—Wildfires in MB force some to flee homes for a second time; $200M Indian day school survivors fund launches
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Our lead story: some First Nations residents in Manitoba are among those forced to flee their homes for a second time due to wildfires.Par APTN
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July 7, 2025—MB premier breaks silence over accessibility minister's controversial comments; 4-day ON blockade over major projects legislation
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Our lead story: Manitoba premier Wab Kinew breaks his silence over the controversy surrounding NDP accessibility minister Nahanni Fontaine, who continues to face calls to resign over 'hot mic' comments about an ASL interpreter. . . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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July 4, 2025—First Nations protests continue against Quebec’s Bill 97, “An Act mainly to modernize the forest regime”
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Our lead story: Quebec’s Bill 97—promoted as the ‘modernization’ of its forestry regime—continues to meet with First Nations opposition, from blockades of logging roads to protests in Montreal and, later this month, Québec City.Par APTN
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No invites, no updates: What happened to Carney’s promised summit?
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28:41This week on APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens revisits Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy Act, which became law on June 26. The legislation promises to remove interprovincial trade barriers and fast-track development projects deemed to be in the national interest. But critics say that promise comes at a steep cost. Indigenous leaders across t…
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July 3, 2025—Controversial comments about ASL interpreter by MB accessibility minister Nahanni Fontaine draw criticism
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Our lead story: reaction to controversial comments by Manitoba accessibility minister Nahanni Fontaine about an ASL interpreter, caught on camera at an Indigenous women grads event. ............................. Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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July 2, 2025—Reaction to Bill C-5’s passage; MB accessibility minister apologizes for comments about ASL interpreter caught on tape
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Our lead story: reaction to Friday's passage of Bill C-5—the contentious Carney government legislation fast-tracking resource projects—which received royal assent not two weeks after its introduction in the House of Commons. ............................. Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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June 27, 2025—Passage of controversial Bill C-5 by Senate follows heightened debate over expected effects on Indigenous rights
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Our lead story: the controversial major projects legislation Bill C-5 passes third reading in the Senate, but only after some heightened debate over its anticipated effects on Indigenous rights. . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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Sacrifice Zones: the hidden impact of microplastics on Indigenous communities
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17:13This week on APTN News InFocus, guest host Mark Blackburn looks at what it means to live in the shadow of heavy industry. Factories and refineries are a familiar sight along roads and highways. They make the products we use every day. But for people living nearby, they are more than just part of the view. In places known as ‘sacrifice zones’, chemi…
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June 26, 2025—Carney government promises Indigenous consultation over summer as senators debate controversial Bill C-5
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Our lead story: with the controversial Bill C-5 at second reading in the Senate Tuesday, the Carney government promises Indigenous consultation will happen over the summer.Par APTN
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June 25, 2025—Mohawks of Kahnawake launch land back awareness campaign for 24,000 acres south of Montreal
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Our lead story: the Mohawks of Kahnawake Council launches a new campaign to raise awareness about their efforts to regain some 24,000 acres of traditional lands south of the island of Montreal.Par APTN
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June 24, 2025—Survivors of Shingwauk Indian Residential School a driving force behind future Makwa Waakaa’igan cultural centre
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11:34Our lead story: an earth-turning ceremony at the former site of the Shingwauk Indian Residential School heralds the future construction of Makwa Waakaa’igan ("Bear's Den"), a cultural centre designed in partnership with survivors.Par APTN
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June 23, 2025—Bill C-5 passes in House of Commons, but Métis leader seeks clarity on its proposed Indigenous advisory council
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Our lead story: as Bill C-5 passes third reading in the House of Commons, the leader of the Manitoba Métis Federation seeks clarity on its proposed Indigenous advisory council.Par APTN
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June 20, 2025—Members of Garden River First Nation upset with leadership over Robinson–Huron Treaty court settlement payouts
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Our lead story: some members of the Garden River First Nation demand answers from leadership over payouts stemming from the 1850 Robinson–Huron Treaty court settlement.Par APTN
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One Canadian economy, many Indigenous concerns: what’s at stake with Bill C-5?
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39:54This week on APTN News InFocus, host Cierra Bettens looks at what’s at stake for Indigenous communities as governments across Canada move to accelerate energy and resource projects. In Nova Scotia a ban on uranium mining and fracking has been reversed. Quebec is proposing changes that could make it easier for companies to clear-cut forests. Manitob…
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June 19, 2025—60s Scoop survivors in MB seek greater provincial recognition and resources; Nunavik to finally get emergency response call centre
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Our lead story: a gathering of Sixties Scoop survivors in Winnipeg call for greater recognition and resources from the province. - - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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June 18, 2025—First Nations lead rally against Bill C-5 on Parliament Hill; lasting harms of mid-1970s MB hydro development sparks new lawsuit
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Our lead story: an array of First Nations voices take to Parliament Hill to express their shared opposition to Bill C-5, the federal legislation proposing to fast track resource projects.Par APTN
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June 17, 2025—Day 2 at G7 summit in Kananaskis, AB; update on Indigenous opposition to proposed forestry changes under QC's Bill 97
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Our lead story: on Day 2 at the G7 summit in Kananaskis AB—where leaders of some of the world’s wealthiest countries are meeting—the specific contents of their discussions remain unknown. - - - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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June 16, 2025—Parliament debates Bill C-5
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10:13Our lead story: On Friday, MPs were given their first chance to debate the controversial Bill C-5 in Parliament.Par APTN
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June 13, 2025—Liberals grilled about Bill C-5
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10:35Our lead story: The federal Liberal government held a press conference to provide a wildfire funding update on Thursday, but questions directed the conversation to Bill C-5.Par APTN
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Skin-Deep: How tattoo removal is helping people rewrite their stories
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13:06Tattoos can be badges of pride or painful reminders of the past. For some, especially those impacted by gangs, incarceration or violence, their body art tells a story they no longer want to carry. APTN’s Tamara Pimentel joins Cierra Bettens this week on APTN News InFocus to share the story behind Skin Deep, an APTN Investigates episode that looks a…
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June 12, 2025—Chiefs get set for next week's virtual meeting on Bill C-5’s proposed fast-tracking of major development projects
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Our lead story: ahead of next week’s virtual meeting of chiefs on Bill C-5—federal legislation aiming to fast track development projects deemed to be in Canada’s national interest—a look at what might be on their agenda.Par APTN
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June 11, 2025—Saskatchewan ombudsman says some wildfire evacuees feel abandoned by province’s response to crisis
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Our lead story: Saskatchewan’s ombudsman says some wildfire evacuees are critical of the government’s handling of the crisis, and offers a list of urgently-needed solutions. . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.com
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Our lead story: updates on wildfire situations in northwestern Ontario, northern Manitoba and northern Saskatchewan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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June 9, 2025—Mi’kmaw protest the lifting of ban on uranium exploration and mining in Nova Scotia
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Our lead story: some Mi’kmaw and supporters gather to protest the lifting of a ban on uranium exploration and mining in Nova Scotia.Par APTN
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June 6, 2025—Indigenous reaction to Ford government’s passage of Bill 5, fast-tracking resource extraction in Ontario
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10:29Our lead story: NDP MPP Sol Mamakwa hints that the resilience and resistance of First Nations—“ready to defend their treaty rights”—should not be underestimated following the passage of legislation fast-tracking resource extraction in Ontario. .................... interstitial: ZapSplat.comPar APTN
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APTN News at 25: The stories that shaped us
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34:36This week on APTN News InFocus, we’re celebrating a milestone: 25 years of APTN News. From mailing tapes to digital transformation and award-winning journalism, APTN has grown into a network of Indigenous reporters telling Indigenous stories on their own terms. Guest host Karyn Pugliese is joined by Dan David, Bruce Spence, Todd Lamirande and Charm…
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June 5, 2025—Despite fierce opposition of some First Nations, Ontario passes Bill 5 to allow fast-track approvals of mining projects
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Our lead story: Ontario controversially passes Bill 5—sharply opposed by some First Nations—legislation which will enable the creation of special economic zones where provincial and municipal laws can be suspended to speed up approvals for mining projects like the Ring of Fire.Par APTN
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June 4, 2025—Chiefs in MB call for more federal support for First Nations fire-fighting equipment and infrastructure
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Our lead story: ahead of yesterday’s emergency House of Commons debate about northern wildfires in the Prairies, chiefs in Manitoba issue a collective plea for more federal support for First Nations fire-fighting equipment and infrastructure. - - - - - - - - Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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June 3, 2025—Northern MB wildfires force thousands to Winnipeg and elsewhere; NDP MP Leah Gazan criticizes feds for not responding to fires sooner
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Our lead story: with wildfires still raging in Manitoba—twenty-five in all, according to the province—thousands of evacuees are now in Winnipeg, while others make their way elsewhere.Par APTN
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June 2, 2025—Some northern MB residents trying to flee wildfires stuck with nowhere to go; family of man fatally shot by police advocate against excessive use of force
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Our lead story: as wildfires overwhelm domestic firefighting resources, Canadian jurisdictions like Manitoba reach out for international assistance. . . . . . . . . . . Interstitial: zapsplat.comPar APTN
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Introducing The Place That Thaws: Climate and Sovereignty in the North
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36:08This week on APTN News InFocus we go to the High Arctic, where climate change, sovereignty and survival intersect. We’re featuring the first episode of The Place That Thaws, a six-part podcast from APTN News and Danielle Paradis, recently nominated for a Canadian Association of Journalists award. Set in Resolute Bay and Grise Fiord, the series shar…
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