Donald Macleod talks about going out to hunt geese in Mistissini with his daughter, Louise. He explains taking part in something their family has done for years. It’s a simple look at a shared routine that brought them closer through time spent on the land.
Up Next in Season 1
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Episode Five - Trees
Glenn Longchap sits down with John Bosum for a thoughtful conversation about the trees that shape their land. Together, they explore the different species found in the region, the practical uses each one carries, and the deeper meaning a single tree can hold within the Inland East Cree dialect. T...
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Episode Six - Fish
Stanley Mianscum, son of the late David Mianscum, sits with his own son, Conrad, to reflect on their long fishing heritage on the lake of Mistissini. Together, they share stories passed down through their family, talk about the techniques they’ve learned over the years, and discuss the different ...
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Episode Seven - Seasons and Wind Dire...
Elder John Bosum sits with Tina Mattawashish for a thoughtful conversation about the seasons and the wind directions as expressed in the Inland East Cree dialect. Together, they talk about how these teachings are understood in the language, how they guide life on the land, and why this knowledge ...
