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Living in Balance through Traditional Moose Teachings - Episode 3

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Release Date: 04/05/2024

Part 3 - Dene Nation Speaks Out on the 2023 Wildfires Devastation and Why An Independent Inquiry Is Needed

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

WHAT - 2023 was an un10recedented year for wildfires in the NWT with almost 70% of the population being evacuated to communities across the NWT and western Canada. A state of emergency was called and 13 communities including Behchoko, Fort Smith, Salt River First Nation, Smith Landing First Nation, Jean Marie River, West Point First Nation, Hay River, K'atl'odeeche First Nation, Enterprise, Ndilǫ, Dettah, Yellowknife and Kakisa were evacuated. The Dene Nation calls for the full independent public inquiry to begin as soon as possible. Dene authority and governance must be recognized and...

Part 2 - Dene Nation Speaks Out on the 2023 Wildfires Devastation and Why An Independent Inquiry Is Needed

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

WHAT - 2023 was an unprecedented year for wildfires in the NWT with almost 70% of the population being evacuated to communities across the NWT and western Canada. A state of emergency was called and 13 communities including Behchoko, Fort Smith, Salt River First Nation, Smith Landing First Nation, Jean Marie River, West Point First Nation, Hay River, K'atl'odeeche First Nation, Enterprise, Ndilǫ, Dettah, Yellowknife and Kakisa were evacuated. The Dene Nation calls for the full independent public inquiry to begin as soon as possible. Dene authority and governance must be recognized and...

Part one - Dene Nation Speaks Out on the 2023 Wildfires Devastation and Why An Independent Inquiry Is Needed

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Health Impacts of Uranium Mining on Indigenous Bodies

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Uranium Mining in Northern Saskatchewan: What You Need To Know Part 3―Health Impacts of Uranium Mining on Indigenous Bodies Join host Beverly Andrews, Dr. Dale Dewar, and Professor Douglas Brugge for a deeper dive into information on the human health impacts of uranium mining. Dr. Dale Dewar is a co-author with Florian Oelck of From Hiroshima to Fukushima to You. She is an associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, an active member of the International Committee of the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, a two-term member of the...

Uranium Mining in Northern Saskatchewan | Part 2: Small Nuclear Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Consent in Saskatchewan: What You Haven’t Been Told

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Uranium Mining in Northern Saskatchewan―What You Need To Know; Part 2, Small Nuclear Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Consent in Saskatchewan: What You Haven’t Been Told Originally broadcast as a live-to-air online webinar, this four-part series was shortened to audio for your listening pleasure. We want to help you learn more about uranium mining in Northern Saskatchewan, why it is happening, and what the future looks like for Indigenous Peoples and allies resisting uranium mining and nuclear waste in their traditional territories. Tori Cress hosts this episode's guests, including Paul...

Uranium Mining in Northern Saskatchewan―What You Need To Know: Part 1, Indigenous Resistance to Uranium Mining

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Uranium Mining in Northern Saskatchewan―What You Need To Know: Part 1, Indigenous Resistance to Uranium Mining Originally broadcast as a live-to-air online webinar, this four-part series was shortened to audio for your listening pleasure. We want to help you learn more about uranium mining in Northern Saskatchewan, why it is happening, and what the future looks like for Indigenous Peoples resisting uranium mining and nuclear waste in their traditional territories. Beverly Andrews hosts this episode's guests, including Leona Morgan and Candyce Paul. Between our guests, you will gain...

Episode 4ㅡBear Teachings on Natural Law, Parenting and Living in a Good Way

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Live-streamed initially on December 2, 2020, the Indigenous Bear Teachings webinar with Daphie Pooyak, Dr. Jeff Lewis, and Jeff Wastesicott was moderated by our executive director, Jesse Cardinal. Keepers of the Water, kâniyâsihk Culture Camps, Indigenous Knowledge & Wisdom Centre, and Indigenous Climate Action produced this collaborative webinar. Numerous species of bears can be found across so-called Canada, and many Indigenous communities and Nations have lived side-by-side with bears. In this podcast episode, we hear from Daphie Pooyak and Jeff Wastesicoot on Traditional Cree Bear...

Living in Balance through Traditional Moose Teachings - Episode 3

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Beyond their ecological significance, moose hold a unique place in the hearts of many Indigenous communities as revered water beings. In this episode, our executive director, Jesse Cardinal, hosts a conversation with Jeff Wastesicoot and Dr. Kevin Lewis, who share their profound Cree moose teachings and experiences of living in harmony with these majestic creatures. The loss of the moose's habitat is not just an ecological concern, it's a pressing water protection issue. The rampant clear-cutting and muskeg clearing are decimating their homes. This episode aims to bridge the knowledge...

We've Been Here Before―Returning to the Land for Healing is Climate Change Direct Action with Dr. Kevin Lewis

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Welcome to As Long As The River Flows, a Keepers of the Water podcast! With this podcast, we hope to uplift our communities' collective voices and their work to protect clean fresh water. We are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, environmental groups, and concerned citizens working together for the protection of water, air, and land. We acknowledge that all water is connected and that water is sacred. Clean, fresh water is vital for the future and survival of all the life we share on this incredible planet. Today's guest, Dr. Kevin Lewis, is from the Miniikwan Lake Cree Nation in Treaty 6. Dr....

Denesuline, The People of the Land and the Paulette Case with Elder François Paulette

As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water

Welcome to As The River Flows Podcast! With this podcast, we hope to uplift the collective work and voices of our communities in the protection of water. We are First Nation, Métis, Inuit, environmental groups, and concerned citizens working together for the protection of water, air, and land. We acknowledge that all water is connected and that water is sacred. This episode features François Paulette, Denesuline from Smith's Landing First Nation, Treaty 8. An advocate of Treaty and Indigenous rights. He has spoken to international audiences on human rights, spiritual healing from colonial...

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The loss of the moose's habitat is not just an ecological concern, it's a pressing water protection issue. The rampant clear-cutting and muskeg clearing are decimating their homes. This episode aims to bridge the knowledge gap by exploring the identity of the moose and our intricate relationship with this animal, highlighting the urgent need for action. Join us as we delve deeper into this crucial topic.

We want to acknowledge the collaborative effort that went into producing this episode. Some of the audio was pulled from a live webinar co-hosted by ourselves, kâniyâsihk Culture Camps, Indigenous Knowledge & Wisdom Centre, and Indigenous Climate Action. The webinar, originally recorded on October 21, 2020, featured the Indigenous Moose Teachings with Jeff Wastesicoot and Kevin Lewis, moderated by Jesse Cardinal and Board of Director member Cleo Reece. This collective effort is a testament to our shared commitment to environmental education and advocacy.

As Indigenous People, we embody remarkable resilience and unwavering determination, and we profoundly understand our connection to the land, water, animals, and plants. Despite the disruptive forces of colonization and residential schools, we are reclaiming our identities. The desire to learn our language and songs, participate in ceremonies, and reconnect with the land is a testament to our strength. As an environmental organization, Keepers of the Water witnesses the far-reaching impacts of the industry across our vast territorial homelands, naturally fueling our determination to protect them.

Through this podcast, we amplify the voices of those who carry the Indigenous Knowledge, a beacon of hope guiding us towards a clean and just transition to a fossil-free world. Our traditional knowledge, deeply rooted in countless generations of storytellers, is not just a key but the key to the leading solutions to climate change. It is a testament to our collective history of resilience in the face of climate challenges.

This episode was edited and produced by Beverly Andrews.

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