Ending second-generation cut off – what would it mean for First Nations people?
Release Date: 11/21/2025
Violence in Puerto Vallarta and what travellers should consider
Truth & Politics
The tranquility of Puerto Vallarta was shattered by gunfire and arson after members of a drug cartel reacted violently to the killing of their leader by federal authorities in Mexico. Flights into the popular resort city were cancelled or turned around mid-air to avoid the conflict, while tourists already there sheltered in their hotel rooms. What does this violence mean for the Indigenous people in Mexico and for broader political stability? Joining guest host Tiar Wheatle to discuss are Jennifer Laewetz of Paskwâw Strategies and Niigaan Sinclair with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • •...
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Métis Nation-Saskatchewan reduces services for citizens, adds $7k office space
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Métis Nation-Saskatchewan says it is reducing mental health services due to federal funding cuts. The cuts will directly impact citizens who rely on the supports. But the announcement comes at a time when the MN-S also confirmed it is spending just over $7,000 a month for office space in Ottawa. Our Truth & Politics panel weighs in. Joining host Dennis Ward are Jennifer Laewetz of Paskwâw Strategies and Niigaan Sinclair with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: https://aptnnews.ca Hear more APTN News podcasts:...
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Fear-mongering on land rights? Politician accused of spreading misinformation
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The former leader of the Conservative Party of British Columbia is the latest right-leaning politician to be accused of spreading misinformation and fear mongering about Indigenous land rights. According to reporting by our friends at The Tyee, Conservative MLA John Rustad told a packed house that Canada wouldn’t exist without that partnership with First Nations, and equally, First Nations wouldn’t exist without Canada. Our Truth & Politics panel weighs in on this topic and threats made against the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations. Joining host Dennis Ward are Jennifer...
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Inquest into teen’s death, Billie Eilish backlash over ‘stolen land’ comment
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As we've been reporting this week, an inquest is currently underway in Winnipeg into the shooting death of 16-year old Eishia Hudson. Hudson was shot and killed by a Winnipeg police officer in 2020, following a high-speed car chase, prompted by a liquor store robbery. Our Truth & Politics panel discusses the inquest, as well as the Conservative Party convention and pop star Billie Eilish's stolen land comment at the Grammys. Joining host Dennis Ward are Jennifer Laewetz of Paskwâw Strategies and Niigaan Sinclair with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories...
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Poilievre faces confidence vote, and who are the Coastal First Nations?
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Carney urges middle powers to come together in his speech at World Economic Forum
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A speech by Prime Minister Mark Carney at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week has garnered international coverage and high praise from many – with the exception of U.S. President Donald Trump, who took his own shots at the Canadian leader. It all comes against the backdrop of Trump's fixation with acquiring Greenland. Joining the discussion are Jennifer Laewetz of Paskwâw Strategies and Niigaan Sinclair with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: Hear more APTN News podcasts:
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Profanity laced voicemails and ICE arresting Native Americans
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An elected official with the Métis Nation—Saskatchewan was caught on tape leaving a series of profanity-laced voicemail messages. APTN National News obtained the recordings from the sister of the man who says he left them on her phone. We begin this week’s podcast by listening to one of those messages and unpacking what it means for accountability and leadership. We also look at how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is arresting Native Americans south of the Medicine Line and the growing concern this is raising in Indigenous communities. Joining the discussion are Jennifer Laewetz...
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Crisis in Pimicikamak Cree Nation and U.S. expansionism
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Pimicikamak Cree Nation in Manitoba declared a state of emergency after a four-day power outage caused major damage to water and plumbing systems, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate. That’s the focus of this week’s Truth and Politics panel, along with a look at U.S. expansionism and what it could mean for Indigenous Peoples – from the situation in Venezuela to renewed talk about Greenland. Joining guest host Savannah Kelly are Jennifer Laewetz, CEO of Paskwâw Strategies, and Niigaan Sinclair, columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories...
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Video of a man being evicted from a hospital, dumped in the snow sparks outrage
Truth & Politics
A special edition of our Truth and Politics panel, we look back at some of the biggest stories of 2025, including those that did not always get the attention they deserved. The panel also looks ahead, breaking out the crystal ball to discuss the key political and social issues to watch in the year ahead. Joining host Dennis Ward are Jennifer Laewetz, CEO of Paskwâw Strategies, and Niigaan Sinclair, columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our way. Visit our website for more: Hear more APTN News podcasts:
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Video of a man being evicted from a hospital, dumped in the snow sparks outrage
Truth & Politics
Video showing a First Nations man being evicted from a hospital in Prince Albert, Sask., and left in the snow has sparked outrage. The Prince Albert Grand Council is calling for answers and accountability from the hospital, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the security company involved. The panel also marks the 10th anniversary of the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report. Joining host Dennis Ward are Jennifer Laewetz, CEO of Paskwâw Strategies, and Niigaan Sinclair, columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press. • • • APTN National News, our stories told our...
info_outlineA Senate committee's vote to end what's known as the second-generation cut off and implement a one-parent rule is being welcomed by long-time advocates and First Nations organizations across Canada.
That’s the focus of this week’s Truth and Politics panel.
Joining host Tiar Wheatle are Niigaan Sinclair, columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press, and Mi’kmaw lawyer and professor Pam Palmater.
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