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
Release Date: 01/17/2025
Episode 32- The Criminalization of Indigenous Land Defenders in Canada — Our Truth Part one, Chief Na’Moks and Jesse Stoeppler
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
Episode 32- The Criminalization of Indigenous Land Defenders in Canada — Our Truth Part one, Chief Na’Moks and Jesse Stoeppler WHAT This is part one of a four part series on the criminalization of land defenders across Canada, highlighting firsthand experiences and legal injustices. WHO Chief Na’Moks is a Hereditary Chief of the Tsayu (Beaver Clan), one of the five clans of the Wet’suwet’en Nation. The traditional name he carries is thousands of years old and, as part of their matrilineal society, was also held by his grandmother—who wore the very same regalia he wears today. The...
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Episode 31 - Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa, with Waasekom Niin
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Episode 31 - Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa, with Waasekom Niin WHAT Saskatchewan Waterwalk: Carrying on the Legacy of Josephine Mandamin Baa WHO Waasekom Niin is Turtle Clan Anishinaabe from Saugeen First Nation and the Kettle & Stoney Point First Nations on the southeastern shores of Lake Huron. He is an avid paddler, having led 4 ceremonial canoe journeys throughout the Great Lakes to raise awareness about Water, Climate Change, and Indigenous sovereign responsibilities. His journey began in response to the Waterwalks, where he has been a...
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Episode 30 - Part 3, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis
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Episode 30 - Part 3, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. WHO Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a Nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor,...
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Episode 29 - Part 2, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis
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Episode 29 - Part 2, Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, with Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. WHO Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a Nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor, researcher and...
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Episode 28 - Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams
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Episode 28 - Part 1 Decolonization of Our Diets and Reclaiming Traditional Foods, Jared Qwustenuxun Williams WHAT Food sovereignty traces back to our original teachings, to learn about the connection between the land and our food supply and connection to community through traditional foods. Decolonizing our diet means incorporating traditional foods to preserve and nurture our mind, body and spirit and eliminate diseases that have long impacted Indigenous peoples. Jared Qwustenuxun Williams - is a passionate Indigenous Foods educator who spent much of his youth with his late grandmother,...
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Episode 27 Water is sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 2
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Episode 27 Water is sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 2 WHAT August 1st to 3rd in 2024, Keepers of the water partnered with Kátł’odeeche First Nation and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), to hold the Water is Sacred Conference, in Katlodeeche First Nation. The conference looked within First Nations communities for guidance from traditional knowledge Keepers, for direction and solutions for watershed management within their territories. Keepers of the Water offers our support in uplifting Traditional Indigenous Knowledge as the path forward for...
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Episode 26 Water is Sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 1 Jesse Stoepler
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Episode 26 Water is Sacred Tu' de'gha' Conference Part 1 WHAT August 1st to 3rd in 2024, Keepers of the water partnered with Kátł’odeeche First Nation and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), to hold the Water is Sacred Conference, in Katlodeeche First Nation. The conference looked within First Nations communities for guidance from traditional knowledge Keepers, for direction and solutions for watershed management within their territories. Keepers of the Water offers our support in uplifting Traditional Indigenous Knowledge as the path forward for solutions...
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Episode 25 - Indigenous Bear Teachings Part 3 - Jeff Wastesicoot
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Episode 25 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Jeff Wastesicoot, part 3 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Jeff Wastesicoot explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 25 we hear Jeff Wastesicoot is currently an adjunct professor with the University of Mantioba. He currently serves on the thesis...
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Episode 24 - Indigenous Bear Teachings part 2 - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis
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Episode 24 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis, part 2 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 24 we hear Dr. Kevin wâsakâyâsiw Lewis is a nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) instructor, researcher and writer....
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Episode 23 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Daphine Pooyak part 1
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Episode 23 - Indigenous Bear Teachings - Daphine Pooyak part 1 What - In numerous Indigenous cultures, the Bear, or Muskwa, holds profound significance. Numerous narratives and teachings delve into the importance of bear wisdom, medicines, and lodges. The bear imparts many lessons through its way of life, with courage standing out as one of the most significant teachings. Join Keepers of The Water as Daphne Pooyak explores Bear teachings… Who - In episode 23 we hear Daphine Pooyak is a traditional teacher and cultural presenter from Nakota Cree Sweetgrass First Nation. Daphine is an amazing...
info_outlineWHAT - 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 included in all response plans going forward.
This podcast was created from the WEBINAR: Dene Nation Speaks Out on the 2023 Wildfires Devastation and Why An Independent Inquiry Is Needed which was streamed live on Mar 11, 2024
Part one - Moderator Bill Erasmus introduces The Dene Nations request for an inquiry into the 2023 Wildfires, then opening remarks are delivered by Dene National Chief Gerald Antoine and panel speaker Francois Paulette discusses climate change and the need for traditional knowledge protocols.
Bill Erasmus- Mr. Erasmus was born in Yellowknife in 1954, and has spent much of his career in his homeland Denendeh. He acquired a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Alberta. Chief Erasmus’ political expertise and strong leadership skills have brought significant change and advancement to all Peoples of the NWT (North West Territories).
Gerald Antoine is the Dene National Chief and he was raised in a traditional Dene way in a community called Rabbit Skin. When he first left his home community, he went to Fort Simpson, where there was an administrative centre, residential schools, a day school and he later ended up in foster care. Antoine was motivated to learn more about his culture, language, worldview and social context after living through those experiences.
Francois Paulette - A Denesuline and member of the Smith’s Landing Treaty 8 First Nation Francois Paulette survived the residential school system before going on the become the youngest Chief in the NWT Indian Brotherhood in 1971.
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