May 17, 2021

APTN is delighted to invite our audiences to tune in to our new and exciting spring programming. As the weather starts to heat up, so does our schedule 

This new programming explores the power of community, determination, Indigenous traditions and the many ways that Indigenous Peoples are sharing their cultures. Like all our programming, this spring lineup continues to encourage healthy conversations about Indigenous Peoples in Canada, shines a spotlight on their history, stories and cultures and paves the path towards reconciliation. 

Spring 2021 programming 

Friday Night Thunder is a fast-paced documentary series that explores the minds and lives of Indigenous racecar drivers and their families as they compete in one of the most dangerous forms of grassroots dirt track racing. Watch seasoned pros, such as Glenn Styres, burn some rubber alongside up-and-coming stars, such as Derek Miller. 

Going Native follows the adventures of humourist and author Drew Hayden Taylor as he explores and analyzes stereotypes, traditions and contemporary aspects of Indigenous life. On his journey, Drew learns about contemporary Indigenous art, the new practices of cutting-edge Indigenous architects, Indigenous spirituality and much more. 

Merchants of the Wild II continues the adventure in its second season. This exciting series looks at the trials and tribulations faced by a group of Indigenous adventurers as they head out on a 25-day journey where they learn to live off the land and depend on another.  

Sans Réserve II offers up more though-provoking conversations and powerful guests in its second season. This French-language series lifts the veil on Indigenous and non-Indigenous personalities who have a profound social, political and cultural impact. Host Charles Bender facilitates fascinating conversations with amazing guests such as Boucar Diouf, Denis Coderre, Michel Jean and many more in this unique series.  

Yukon Harvest is a brand-new series that chronicles the adventures of Indigenous hunting guides as they traverse the wilds of the Yukon. Some of the guides are seasoned veterans, others are unfamiliar with the practice and are attempting to reconnect with their roots. 

Catch our new spring programming and more on APTN and APTN lumiVisit APTN’s Media Centre show pages for more info and promotional material on our featured shows. 

 

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Friday Night Thunder, Season 1 Episode 1
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Friday Night Thunder, Season 1 Episode 1
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Friday Night Thunder, Season 1 Episode 6
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Friday Night Thunder, Season 1 Episode 1
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Friday Night Thunder, Season 1 Episode 1
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 10
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 1
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 7
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 1
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 10
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Going Native, Season 1 Episode 4
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Merchants of the Wild, Season 2 Episode 1: The cast listen to a lesson from Elders as they receive the gift of their new birch bark canoes.
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Merchants of the Wild: Season 2 Episode 2: Birch bark canoes and mocassins and furs laid out for a makeshift shelter from the elements.
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Merchants of the Wild, Season 2 Episode 3: After cutting open a snake they caught, the group are surprised to find it was pregnant with several baby snakes inside - still alive.
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Merchants of the Wild, Season 2 Episode 2: Cameron and Joshua carry a birch bark canoe across the beaches of Nova Scotia to set up a new camp.
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Merchants of the Wild, Season 2 Episode 8: Logan and Theresa reflect on the journey so far.
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Merchants of the Wild: Season 2, Episode 1: Joshua and Karly set off for the very first time as paddling partners.
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Sans Réserve, Season 2
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Sans Réserve, Season 2
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Sans Réserve, Season 2
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Sans Réserve, Season 2
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Yukon Harvest, Season 1 Episode 3
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Yukon Harvest, Season 1 Episode 2
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Yukon Harvest, Season 1 Episode 2
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Yukon Harvest, Season 1 Episode 2