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‘We've never seen [such] fuel dryness’: B.C. officials struggle to get wildfires under control Hear more on APTN News Brief:
APTN News Brief: "Explosive and extremely dangerous": B.C. fire official says dry conditions unprecedented
Our lead story: as the out of control Bradley Creek wildfire rips through an area near Vernon, B.C.—destroying some 230 homes, including thirty Okanagan Indian Band residences—a provincial offi...
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The Alberta government is ending an online mandatory Indigenous training course for new lawyers and those transferring from out of province. To speak more on the matter, Dennis Ward was joined by Melinda Moch, Secretary of the Indigenous Bar Association.
Alberta ends mandatory Indigenous training course for new lawyers | APTN News
The Alberta government is ending an online mandatory Indigenous training course for new lawyers and those transferring from out of province. To speak more on the matter, Dennis Ward was joined by…
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The community of Gull Bay First Nation is still under evacuation due to wildfires burning in their region of northwestern Ontario. However, chief and council are concerned the provincial government may rescind that order while still being at risk.
First Nation concerned Ontario government may lift evacuation orders while still at risk | APTN News
The community of Gull Bay First Nation is still under evacuation due to wildfires burning in their region of northwestern Ontario. However, chief and council are concerned the provincial government…
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The photo of a banner hung from a fence along highway 779 northwest of Edmonton went viral after it was posted online over the Heritage Day long weekend. “The Indians have done nothing in 100 years and now they wanna tell us how to run Alberta,” the banner said.
Banner message along Edmonton area highway deemed ‘racist'
The photo of a banner hung from a barbed wire fence along highway 779 northwest of Edmonton went viral after it was posted online over the Heritage Day long weekend.“The Indians have done nothing in 1...
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Photo of the day today comes from Shania Murdock who recently enjoyed a vacation in Clear Lake, Manitoba with her boyfriend Marc! Looks like perfect weather for some paddle boarding!
Chief and council of the fly-in northwestern Ontario First Nation declared a state of emergency on Tuesday, after sewage backed up and filled the basement of its beleaguered health centre.
Chief of Neskantaga First Nation says nightmare isn't over
Only five days after members of Neskantaga First Nation returned home from the wildfire evacuation, a new emergency has come up.
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Chief says 30 homes of band members and 200 non-band homes had burned in the Bradley Creek fire, which evacuees said was fanned by powerful winds over the weekend.
Okanagan chief says about 230 homes destroyed by B.C. wildfire
The chief of the Okanagan Indian Band in British Columbia says more than 200 homes in the community have been destroyed by wildfires.
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Tonight on APTN National News: A First Nation in British Columbia grapples with over 200 homes destroyed by out-of-control wildfire. A First Nation in Ontario under evacuation orders is concerned it may be lifted while the community is still at risk.
APTN National News: August 4, 2026 – Over 200 homes destroyed, Concerns over evacuation orders
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Syreeta Hector is a Mi’kmaq and Black dancer and choreographer who made waves a few years ago with her solo work, Black Ballerina. Her latest work, No-Body, combines contemporary dance and scriptwriting to explore loss and reconciliation.
Mi’kmaq, Black choreographer speaks on new performance about loss and reconciliation | APTN News
Syreeta Hector is a Mi’kmaq and Black dancer and choreographer who made waves a few years ago with her solo work, Black Ballerina. Her latest work, No-Body, combines contemporary dance and…
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Earlier this week, a Winnipeg police officer says he was confronted by an 18-year-old woman and a 16-year-old youth in the city’s North End. The officer discharged his weapon, injuring the 18-year-old and a later investigation linked the two to a shooting in the area.
Winnipeg police officer discharges weapon, injuring 18-year-old - APTN News
Earlier this week, a Winnipeg police officer says he was confronted by an 18-year-old woman and a 16-year-old youth in the city’s North End. The officer discharged his weapon, injuring the 18-year-ol…
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LIVE: The B.C. Wildlife Service is holding a news conference to update the public on the province’s wildfires.
B.C. Wildlife Service provides update on wildfires | APTN News
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Today on APTN National News: Fatal rollover in First Nation in central Saskatchewan over the weekend claimed the lives of three people.
APTN National News: August 4, 2026
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Regional wildfire updates from British Columbia's North Okanagan and from northwestern Ontario. Hear more on APTN News Brief:
APTN News Brief: "We cannot safely bring people home": Okanagan band flees raging Bradley Creek fire
Our lead stories: regional wildfire updates from British Columbia's North Okanagan and from northwestern Ontario, areas whose First Nations populations are among those forced to evacuate.
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The Okanagan Indian Band issued an evacuation order on Saturday as a wildfire burns near the city of Vernon in British Columbia’s north Okanagan.
Indian Band issues evacuation as wildfire burns near Vernon, British Columbia - APTN News
The Okanagan Indian Band issued an evacuation order on Saturday as a wildfire burns near the city of Vernon in British Columbia’s north Okanagan.
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Saskatoon EX, or The Eight Best Days of Summer Fair is putting Indigenous culture on the map with the Gabriel Dumont Institute having brought the Canadian Geographic Indigenous Atlas to the city’s biggest summer event.
Indigenous atlas brought to Saskatoon’s largest summer event | APTN News
Saskatoon EX, or The Eight Best Days of Summer Fair is putting Indigenous culture on the map with the Gabriel Dumont Institute having brought the Canadian Geographic Indigenous Atlas to the city’s…
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August 4 marks 350 years since the signing of the Great Peace of Montreal Treaty. A signing that would forever change the relationship between Europeans and First Nations peoples in Quebec. More on the anniversary is Host Producer Kim Sullivan.
Great Peace of Montreal Treaty to celebrate 350 years since signing | APTN News
August 4 marks 350 years since the signing of the Great Peace of Montreal Treaty. A signing that would forever change the relationship between Europeans and First Nations peoples in Quebec. More on…
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A fatal rollover on the George Gordon First Nation in central Saskatchewan claimed the lives of three people over the weekend. Saskatchewan RCMP and the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service attended the scene.
Fatal rollover in First Nation in Saskatchewan claims the lives of three people - APTN News
A fatal rollover on the George Gordon First Nation in central Saskatchewan claimed the lives of three people over the weekend. Saskatchewan RCMP and the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service attended the s…
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The prime minister says First Nations involvement in major projects development is essential, however First Nations have had little say in the decision making. To speak on the matter is Ken Coates, a University of Saskatchewan professor emeritus.
First Nations having little involvement with major projects, despite being essential | APTN News
The prime minister says First Nations involvement in major projects development is essential, however First Nations have had little say in the decision making. To speak on the matter is Ken Coates,…
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Pimicikamak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba went into lockdown this past weekend after a 42-year-old man had died from a gunshot wound.
Cree Nation in northern Manitoba went into lockdown after man dies from gunshot wound | APTN News
Pimicikamak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba went into lockdown this past weekend after a 42-year-old man had died from a gunshot wound. #aptnnews #aptnmanitoba • • • APTN National News, our…
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Gull Bay First Nation is calling on Ontario to keep with its implementation and evacuation orders after the province claimed wildfires in the area have improved. www.aptnnews.ca?p=292543
Gull Bay calls on Ontario to extend wildfire evacuation order
Gull Bay First Nation is calling on Ontario to keep with its evacuation orders after the province claimed wildfires in the area have improved.
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Photo of the day today comes from Bailey Wilson in Winnipeg who spotted these geese trying to beat the heat! Hope you are staying as cool as they are in this weather!
Tonight on APTN National News: An update on the ongoing wildfires in the country as the Okanagan Indian band issued an evacuation order in B.C. and in Ontario, the province says there is no end in sight to their wildfires.
APTN National News: August 3, 2026 – Ongoing wildfires across the country
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An exhibit in Montreal is honouring a historic peace treaty. Hear about where you can see it and how the treaty impacted nearly 40 Indigenous nations, tonight on APTN National News. Watch live: www.youtube.com/@aptnnews
Dan Wilson, the chief of the Okanagan Indian Band, says they don’t know the full extent of the wildfire's destruction on their homes and infrastructure, and he can’t say when residents will be allowed back.
Okanagan Indian Band chief says wildfire 'still active' in area
The chief of the Okanagan Indian Band says he doesn't know when citizens will be allowed into the community because of wildfires.
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This year’s SummerWorks Performance Festival in Toronto will feature numerous Indigenous performances from around the world. Cree choreographer Marcus Merasty speaks with us on his performance at the festival, the world premier of Golden Rez Dog.
SummerWorks Performance Festival to feature Cree choreographer’s world premier | APTN News
This year’s SummerWorks Performance Festival in Toronto will feature numerous Indigenous performances from around the world. Cree choreographer Marcus Merasty speaks with us on his performance at…
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Today on APTN National News: Additional evacuations and some structures destroyed as wildfires continue in British Columbia.
APTN National News: August 3, 2026
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Chiefs of Ontario back calls for a public inquiry into the provincial response to recent wildfires but the Ford government will only commit to a review. Hear more on APTN News Brief:
APTN News Brief: As calls for public inquiry into wildfire response mount, Ontario gov't promises review only
Our lead story: the Chiefs of Ontario back calls for a public inquiry into the provincial response to recent wildfires—necessitating the evacuation of several First Nations—but the Ford governm...
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Tonight on APTN National News: A Cree Nation in northern Manitoba is pursuing a lawsuit against Manitoba Hydro, the province and attorney general of Canada. A shelter in Fort Simpson helped change the future for one man who is now looking to give back.
APTN National News: August 1, 2026 – Manitoba Hydro lawsuit, Northern housing crisis
Tonight on APTN National News: A Cree Nation in northern Manitoba is pursuing a lawsuit against Manitoba Hydro, the province and attorney general of Canada. A shelter in Fort Simpson helped change…
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Saskatchewan RCMP initially said they weren’t going to refer a recent viral use of force incident to the Saskatchewan police watchdog. Canadian Press reporter Alessia Passafiume discusses why she thinks the RCMP reversed that decision. Truth & Politics: youtu.be/JJR0KsoNC9E
Louis Riel College and the Manitoba Métis Federation are celebrating the opening of the college’s first campus in Winnipeg.
Louis Riel College celebrates opening of first campus - APTN News
Louis Riel College and the Manitoba Métis Federation are celebrating the opening of the college’s first campus in Winnipeg.
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