Luke Macleod sits down with Diane Coon-Come to talk about pow-wows and the origins of these events in Mistissini. Their conversation reflects on how the community first began organizing pow-wows, the cultural significance they carry, and the sense of pride and connection they bring to people of all ages. Together, they highlight how these gatherings continue to grow, celebrate identity, and strengthen the bonds within Eeyou Istchee.
Up Next in Season 1
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Episode Fourteen - Education System P...
Georgina Forward and BettyAnne Forward sit down to discuss the education system in Mistissini. Together, they reflect on their roles within the local schools, the work of the Cree School Board, and the day-to-day experiences that shaped their careers. Their conversation also touches on how the Cr...
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Episode Fifteen - Crafts
Elder Mary Sandy Shecapio shares her traditional Cree crafts with Alexandria Coon Shecapio, speaking in the iinuu ayimun (Southern Inland East Cree) dialect. Their exchange highlights the skills, teachings, and cultural knowledge passed down through generations. Both women are from Mistissini—ᒥᔅᑎ...
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Episode Seventeen - Traditional Medicine
Geraldine Shecapio and Joseph Awashish, both from Mistissini, sit down to talk about traditional medicine in their region. They reflect on the plants, remedies, and teachings that have supported their families for generations, and how this knowledge continues to guide wellness in the community to...
