See Women of This Land, and 5 more docs to celebrate National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to celebrate the rich culture and history of Indigenous peoples. We’re highlighting some of the powerful Indigenous content produced in Atlantic Canada that you can watch on CBC Gem.
Women of This Land – a four-part documentary series that spotlights an Indigenous woman from each province in Atlantic Canada and how they connect to land and culture. You can watch all four episodes on CBC Gem here. Click the player below to see an episode on Dr. Imelda Perley Opolahsomuwehs.
Forgotten Warriors – This Absolutely Canadian documentary tells the story of the 1983 Miawpukek hunger strike. You watch it on CBC Gem here, or read more about the documentary and its emotional premiere in this story by Jessica Singer.
Land & Sea: The Gathering – Every fall in Gull Island, Labrador, Innu communities reconnect with nature and live off the land at the annual Manishan Nui gathering. Watch the Land & Sea episode about the 2023 gathering now on CBC Gem or in the player below. Read host Jane Adey’s article about the episode here.
Words Matter – The documentary Words Matter follows the journey of Rebecca Thomas, a Mi’kmaw writer from Lennox Island on her journey to reclaim the language stolen from her father at residential school. Watch here.
Land & Sea: Moose Youth Camp – Moose have historically played a vital role to the Mi’kmaw way of life in Cape Breton. Now, a moose hunting camp is bringing it back for a new generation. Watch the Land & Sea episode here.
Wabanaki Modern – This documentary explores an influential art movement within the Indigenous community in New Brunswick in the 1960s. Watch the documentary here.
In addition to these documentaries, you can also check out the Indigenous Stories collection, featuring documentaries, shows and movies on Gem here.
