Episode 20 - The Protection of Treaty with Margo Auger part 1
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
Release Date: 04/10/2025
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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
As Long As The River Flows Podcast by Keepers of the Water
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_outlineEpisode 20 - The Protection of Treaty with Margo Auger part
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What - In Canada, treaty rights are constitutionally protected
under Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982, recognizing
and affirming the rights of Indigenous peoples. This protection
ensures that treaties, including modern treaties, are given the
force of law. Join Keepers of the Water and discuss the
protection of theses treaties with Margo Auger of Treaty 8.
Who - In episode 20 we hear from Margo Auger, a Nehiyaw
Iskew from Bigstone Cree Nation.She is a wife and mother to
three beautiful children and Kokum to one handsome
grandson.She is a working professional with over 26 years of
experience. Her background is in First Nation Governance
and Leadership, Executive Management, Chief Administration
Leadership, and as a Certified Land Use Planner and Project
Manager. She has worked in Municipal Government and the
Energy Sector (oilsands companies) as Managing Growth
Consultant, for the Alberta Government, and currently Treaty
8 First Nations.
Music -
'Shadows and Dust' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY
4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au