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Fort St. James National Historic Site

Rooted: A CBC & Parks Canada Indigenous Stories Screening Series

Culture and entertainment History Nature
Time: 10:45 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Chief Kw'eh Theatre
Cost: Free

Join CBC and Parks Canada for two family-friendly films that celebrate Indigenous perspectives and traditions, and spotlight stories from local communities.

10:45 am: Creator Network Compilation (25 min, English)

Description: A compilation of Indigenous stories by the Creator Network, with opening and closing remarks by CBC Cree journalist Vanna Blacksmith. Miyo-Kiyokâwin (Visiting in a Good Way) , Farmers at Tea Creek grow Indigenous food sovereignty with ancient varieties of potatoes, This artist decolonizes climate conversations with stunning salmon beadwork, Indigenous land stewardship is key to the survival of this rare ecosystem

12 pm: Manaachihtow : À la rescousse des animaux sauvages (23 min, French)

Description: Épisode 1: Le castor, les hiboux moyens-ducs et les polatouches
Kwé! Follow your guide Maïtée Labrecque-Saganash, facilitator of Manaachihtow, which means rescued or fished out in Méchif, the language spoken by the Métis of North America! With her, you will discover the secrets of Wildlife Haven Centre, an animal shelter and hospital in Manitoba. At the centre, veterinarian Dr. Fanny and her team work passionately to provide the best care to their patients, who can be funny and endearing or even majestic and imposing. There's no denying that helping wildlife is in their nature! Please note that this film is in French only. 

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