Indigenous History Month

Dakelh filmmaker Joy Haskell explores the intricate spiritual and cultural relationship between wild salmon and Indigenous people in BC. Embark on a breathtaking journey from the West Coast through the Chilcotin to Stuart Lake (Nak'albun).

In 1985, a small group of Haida blockaded a muddy road on Lyell Island to protect their ancestral lands from logging. Using only archival footage, Haida filmmaker Christopher Auchter captures the Haida Nation's resolute act of vision and conscience.

Cree filmmaker Neil Diamond sets out to uncover the profound, yet hidden, Indigenous influences on Western culture and identity. He reveals the surprising truths behind stereotypical imagery found throughout pop culture - so buried in history that even most Indigenous people don't know about them.

Cowichan filmmaker Harold C. Joe explores how the cedar tree is central to the cultural life of West Coast First Nations. Weaving together interviews with Elders, artists and other hands-on practitioners, the film highlights the relationship between the people and “The Tree of Life.”

A new generation of chefs are reclaiming and reinventing Indigenous cuisine. Follow chefs Cezin Nottaway, Rich Francis and Shane Chartrand to communities across BC and Alberta as they discover their people's story on a plate, using ingredients like beaver tail, moose nose and cougar.

In this heartfelt stop-motion animated film, ‘Nakwaxda’xw Elder Colleen Hemphill tells the story of growing up on a float-house in the Pacific Northwest. Colleen recounts moments of wonder and awe, as well as those that inspired both fear and growth.

Anishinaabe author Drew Hayden Taylor investigates how and why Indigenous identity, culture and art are being appropriated by those who are not Indigenous.

Filmmaker Trevor Solway explores the life and lessons of his grandfather, a lifelong rancher whose strong work ethic and quiet determination helped shape Trevor's identity as a Blackfoot man.

A young Siksika woman prepares for one of the most dangerous horse races in the world - the Indian Relay.