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June 21 will be a full day of special programs chosen by viewers. This collection of fan-favourites celebrates the unique heritage and diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, with programs in English, French and Indigenous languages.
APTN Indigenous Day Live 2023 Encore
A celebration of National Indigenous People and the summer solstice through cultural and musical performances. Hosted by Samian and Jessica Matten, the concert features an exciting lineup of artists, including The Halluci Nation, Laura Niquay, Mumu Fresh, Aysanabee and many more.
6:00 AM e/w/n/hd
Buffy Sainte-Marie: Starwalker
This special is a musical celebration of iconic singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie. In addition to a performance from Buffy and her band, those she has mentored take the stage to honour her life’s work as a musician, visual artist, activist and composer.
8:00 AM e/w/n/hd
Le Grand Solstice 2023
« Le Grand Solstice 2023» fait briller la culture musicale autochtone et ses artistes de talent lors de la Journée nationale des peuples autochtones. L'événement combine la musique, la danse et le chant pour donner lieu à un spectacle inoubliable.
9:30 AM e/hd
Yukon Harvest – Family Part 1 (Northern Tutchone)
A Métis man attempts to provide meat for his family in Saskatchewan before heading to the Yukon as a hunting guide. But what seems like a simple journey quickly becomes an unexpected challenge.
9:30 AM
Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet – The Human Element (Cree)
Dr. Savannah’s love for animals shines through as she helps a baby goat with a heart problem, a sickly dachshund, and an anxious hairless guinea pig.
10:00 AM w/n
10:30 AM e/hd
Moosemeat & Marmalade – Seal (Cree)
Art and Dan head to the remote community of Bella Coola to hunt seals. Led by a Nuxalk guide, the pair enjoy their time on the water. Later, the duo travels to a sacred mountain for a spirit bath.
10:30 AM w/n
11:00 AM e/hd
Nations At War – Unlikely Allies (Hul’q’umi’num)
In an age when revolution consumed the Western Hemisphere, the Mohawk communities of present-day Quebec fought to protect their ancient homelands. They were forced to shift their alliances as colonial boundaries changed across North America.
11:30 AM e/w/n/hd
The Other Side – Is Grief Keeping You Here?
In southeast Saskatchewan lies a town called Alameda, where there is a small house that was once the only hospital for miles. An investigation of the house leads Jeff into a risky confrontation with a spirit and the team feels reaffirmed about their work.
12:30 pm e/w/n/hd
Making A Scene
The DIY music scene on the island of Haida Gwaii is something to take advantage of. It's a magical and spiritual place unlike any other in the world, with a rising underground music scene with a history to share.
1:00 pm
Shut Up and Say Something
Follow acclaimed spoken word poet Shane Koyczan on an emotional road trip to reconnect with his estranged father. Koyczan offers us an intimate look at how a master wordsmith mines the scars of his past for truth and acceptance.
2:00 pm
Beachcombers – Halibut Stu
Eccentric musician Halibut Stu is on a mission to foil the Russian whaling fleet. Stu finds himself in a pickle when two uncoordinated men are set on ruining his plan. Fortunately for Stu, Nick and John are ready to help!
4:00 pm
Chuck and the First Peoples’ Kitchen – Beaver and Maple Syrup
Chuck travels to Kitigan Zibi where he meets Cezin Nottaway. Conditions are perfect for Chuck to learn how to tap maple. With snowshoes tightened, they search for the precious springtime liquid and come across an unexpected and delicious surprise.
4:30 pm
Chuck and the First Peoples’ Kitchen – Salmon
Chuck visits Gesgapegiac, a Mi’kmaq community in East Quebec. Alongside Stephen Jerome, Chuck visits a beautiful salmon river, learns about basket-making and fishes for salmon and cooks a traditional recipe.
5:00 pm
Moosemeat & Marmalade – Oyster
Dan introduces Art to local activist and environmentalist Briony Penn. Briony gives the duo a crash course in oysters. Later, the pair visits a farm where oranges and avocados flourish in an energy-conserving greenhouse.
5:30 pm
APTN Indigenous Day Live 2023 Encore
A celebration of National Indigenous People and the summer solstice through cultural and musical performances. Hosted by Samian and Jessica Matten, the concert features an exciting lineup of artists, including The Halluci Nation, Laura Niquay, Mumu Fresh, Aysanabee and many more.
7:00 PM
Buffy Sainte-Marie: Starwalker
This special is a musical celebration of iconic singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie. In addition to a performance from Buffy and her band, those she has mentored take the stage to honour her life’s work as a musician, visual artist, activist and composer.
9:00 PM
Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band
Follow the life of Robbie Robertson and the creation of the legendary rock ensemble, The Band. This film explores it all from Robbie's youth on Six Nations of the Grand River to his later success with The Band.
10:30 PM
Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World
A Canadian documentary that examines the role of Native Americans in contemporary music history. Revealing how Indigenous musicians helped influence popular culture.
12:30 AM
The Other Side – Echoes of Grief
The team heads to a historical village in Fort Saskatchewan to visit the Henry House. Jeff’s intuition hints towards a sorrowful spirit stuck inside. After something follows them into the house, their investigation turns unexpectedly.
2:30 AM
The Other Side – I Feel You Around Us
During the Spanish Flu, Slave Lake had to create mass graves outside of town to bury the dead. Now, lost spirits restlessly wander the town.
3:00 AM
Going Native – Going Fire and Water
Drew explores the relationship between Indigenous Peoples and the sacred elements, water and fire. He visits the ocean, the forest and the rushing water of Niagara Falls while making connections along the way
3:30 AM
Beachcombers – Hooray for Mollywood
Gibsons is transformed into a film set for Molly's latest novel, Logjams of Passion, as all the regulars take on personas from the book. Thankfully, Nick brings everyone to their senses before the zealous producer can destroy the town.
4:00 AM
Beachcombers – Channel Swimmer
An overprotective yet demanding father brings his daughter to Gibsons to train her as a marathon swimmer. When a near-tragic event occurs, and the daughter must swim to save her father’s life, they must re-evaluate their relationship.
4:30 AM
Dr. Savannah: Wild Rose Vet – Into the Wild
From inner-city wildlife rescues to managing local beehives to performing an emergency c-section on a pregnant cow...no job nor animal is too big or small for Dr. Savannah to handle.
5:00 AM
Ghost Hunters of the Grand River – Auchmar Mansion
The ghost hunters explore the abandoned Auchmar Mansion with spiritual medium Kim Hadfield, who hopes to gather evidence of the paranormal events she has experienced within the mansion's walls.
5:30 AM