APTN celebrates 30 Canadian Screen Award nominations, including 19 for “Little Bird”

March 6, 2024

APTN is honoured to have received 29 nominations for the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards, with “Little Bird” topping the list at 19 nominations.

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APTN National News podcast “The Place That Thaws” explores resilience and climate change in Canada’s High Arctic

February 27, 2024

The APTN National News team is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest podcast series, “The Place That Thaws.”

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Joint APTN and CBC News investigation examines the impact of rising food prices in Canada

February 15, 2024

In a joint investigation, “APTN Investigates” and CBC’s “The Fifth Estate” are speaking with industry leaders and Canadian families, farmers and food producers to understand the reasons behind soaring food prices.

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“Hockey Night in Canada in Cree” is back on APTN!

January 16, 2024

“Hockey Night in Canada in Cree” is geared up and ready to go with an all-new schedule.

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APTN’s winter broadcast and streaming lineup embraces kinship and warmth for the months ahead

January 4, 2024

This winter, APTN is pleased to launch a new slate of programming that is equal parts educational and heartfelt.

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“Star Wars (Anangong Miigaading), A New Hope”: An alliance to revitalize the Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language

December 18, 2023

Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council and the University of Manitoba announced today that they have an alliance with Disney/Lucasfilm to create an official Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) version of “Star Wars: A New Hope.”

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Actor Anna Lambe and director Anya Adams sign on to upcoming Arctic comedy series for CBC, Netflix and APTN

December 11, 2023

CBC, Netflix and APTN, with production partners Red Marrow Media and Northwood Entertainment, have confirmed the lead cast and director of the first episode for the new untitled Arctic comedy series.

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A special holiday celebration of music, philanthropy and community: Tom Jackson’s “The Huron Carole” airing on APTN and APTN lumi this December

December 7, 2023

Following its enchanting live performance at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in Halifax, the 36th annual “The Huron Carole,” a cherished Canadian benefit concert founded by renowned musician, actor and activist Tom Jackson, is set to captivate viewers across the country with a series of presentations on APTN.

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APTN National News podcast pushes past the stigmas to amplify the voices of people experiencing homelessness in Winnipeg

November 30, 2023

APTN’s award-winning news team, APTN National News, is launching a five-part podcast series titled Our Relatives which unpacks the multifaceted reasons for the homelessness crisis in Winnipeg and shares the stories of the people who are directly affected by it.

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Indigenous Screen Office, APTN and CBC support two Indigenous scripted pre-development projects

October 16, 2023

APTN, CBC and the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) are excited to announce the selection of two Indigenous scripted series that will soon be in pre-development through the CBC-APTN Early Stage Scripted Development Program in association with the ISO.

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Two thrilling new APTN lumi Originals to premiere at imagineNATIVE

October 10, 2023

APTN is excited to announce the premiere of two highly anticipated APTN lumi Originals, “Tales from the Rez” and “D dot H,” set to debut at the upcoming imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival.

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Riveting investigative series that delves into the mysterious deaths on the Bay of Quinte launches October 6

October 3, 2023

APTN’s award-winning investigative news program, “APTN Investigates,” aims to uncover the truth behind the unexplained disappearance of two Mohawk fishermen on the Bay of Quinte eight years ago.

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Media Invite – Remembering the Children: National Live Event from Ottawa

September 21, 2023

APTN and NCTR invite you to join them at the commemorative gathering “Remembering the Children” for an opportunity to conduct in-person interviews with spokespeople for their respective organizations, as well as with artists, speakers and Survivors who are involved in the event.

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APTN and NCTR to host national live event “Remembering the Children” on Parliament Hill

September 12, 2023

In honour of the third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), APTN, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) and the Algonquin Nation will join forces to produce a 90-minute multilingual commemoration.

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Changing leaves, inspiring stories: APTN unveils fall programming with Indigenous resilience at its core

August 29, 2023

Coming soon to APTN is another incredible lineup of Indigenous stories.

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CALL FOR NEW BOARD MEMBERS: APTN invites passionate leaders to help shape the future of Indigenous media

August 22, 2023

APTN, the world’s first national Indigenous broadcaster, invites qualified individuals to apply to join its board of directors.

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“Remembering the Children” returns to Ottawa for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

August 10, 2023

APTN and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation will unite once again on September 30 at 1 p.m. ET to co-host Remembering the Children, a commemorative gathering in honour of the third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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APTN seeks public support for licence amendment process

July 12, 2023

APTN is seeking public support for its licence amendment process.

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Official statement: APTN pulls ads from Facebook, Instagram

July 6, 2023

In solidarity with media outlets across Turtle Island, APTN has decided to cease all its advertising on Facebook and Instagram.

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Production underway on new Crave & APTN Indigenous-led original comedy series, “Don’t Even”

July 6, 2023

Crave and APTN, in association with Pier 21 Films, Frantic Films Manitoba, and Sekowan Media, announced today that production is underway in Winnipeg on the all-new dramatic comedy series, “Don’t Even.”

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APTN’s fall lineup shines light on Indigenous resilience

June 29, 2023

Coming to APTN this fall are three stories of survival, resilience and the journey towards reconciliation.

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APTN Indigenous Day Live celebrates emerging leaders

May 16, 2023

On June 17, join APTN at The Forks in Winnipeg to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) with APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL).

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From Jennifer Podemski, Hannah Moscovitch, and Jeremy Podeswa, the Crave and APTN Original Drama Series, LITTLE BIRD, Premieres May 26

April 17, 2023

Crave and APTN premiere their much-anticipated original limited series, LITTLE BIRD, Friday, May 26, which follows an inspirational journey of self-discovery and truth.

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CBC, Netflix and APTN greenlight new Arctic comedy series

March 30, 2023

Inuit co-creators Stacey Aglok MacDonald and Alethea Arnaquq-Baril are set to executive produce with Miranda de Pencier.

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Save the date – mark your calendars: APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL) returns in full force for 2023

March 29, 2023

After an abbreviated return in 2022, APTN IDL 2023 is set to return to The Forks in Winnipeg on Saturday, June 17.

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“APTN Investigates” gets behind the bars and behind the headlines

February 28, 2023

APTN’s award-winning investigative news program, “APTN Investigates,” is taking viewers inside corrections facilities to see what’s really behind the overrepresentation of Indigenous Peoples in Canada’s justice system.

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Crave debuts trailer and key art for upcoming Crave and APTN original drama series, “Little Bird”

February 2, 2023

Following a first look at the Canadian Media Producers Association Prime Time conference in Ottawa, Crave has released the trailer and key art for upcoming Crave and APTN original drama series, “Little Bird.”

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WITBN promotes Indigenous stories to new audiences and platforms

December 14, 2022

The World Indigenous Television Broadcasters Network has held a successful meeting in Uluru, Australia, and confirmed its strategic priorities for 2023.

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World Indigenous Television Broadcasters reprise network

December 9, 2022

Indigenous broadcasters are reuniting this December in Uluru, Australia, to strengthen shared aspirations to revitalize and promote Indigenous languages and cultures at the 2022 World Indigenous Television Broadcasters Network (WITBN) meeting.

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“Hockey Night in Canada in Cree” is back as of December 10 on APTN

November 29, 2022

Hockey Night in Canada in Cree is gearing up for a stellar year as it returns to APTN!

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Indigenous Screen Office, APTN and CBC support three Indigenous scripted pre-development projects

October 12, 2022

APTN, CBC and the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO) are excited to announce their support of three Indigenous scripted series that will soon be in pre-development through the CBC-APTN Early Stage Scripted Development Program in association with the ISO.

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Remembering the Children: APTN and NCTR host national live event from Ottawa — MEDIA INVITE

September 20, 2022

In honour of the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), APTN and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) have come together to produce a one-hour commemorative gathering at LeBreton Flats Park in Ottawa on September

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Remembering the Children: APTN and NCTR host national live event from Ottawa

September 1, 2022

In honour of the second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, APTN and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation have come together to produce a one-hour commemorative gathering at LeBreton Flats Park in Ottawa on September 30.

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Celebrate Indigenous storytelling this fall with APTN

August 23, 2022

APTN is coming in hot this fall with another powerful roster of Indigenous programs. Audiences can expect returning favourites as well as diverse new offerings in English, French and a variety of Indigenous languages.

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APTN Indigenous Day Live returns to in-person celebrations

May 17, 2022

Welcome the summer solstice and National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) with APTN Indigenous Day Live 2022 (IDL). For the first time since 2019, this year’s free event marks the return to an in-person celebration at The Forks in Winnipeg, Man., on Saturday, June 18.

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National Film Board of Canada announces distribution path for “Inconvenient Indian”

March 21, 2022

After a series of meaningful consultations involving all the Indigenous participants whose stories the film presents and the National Film Board of Canada’s Indigenous Advisory Committee, the NFB, 90th Parallel Productions and producer Jesse Wente have arrived at an accountable path forward for Inconvenient Indian, one that acknowledges the collective contribution of the on-screen Indigenous participants.

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APTN and CBC/Radio-Canada to collaborate more closely on Indigenous content creation

March 3, 2022

APTN and CBC/Radio-Canada today announced a new collaboration to create more Indigenous content for all Canadians.

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APTN scores 14 nominations for the 2022 Canadian Screen Awards

February 16, 2022

The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television has announced the nominees for the 2022 Canadian Screen Awards, which celebrate special achievements in cinema, television and digital media.

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“Hockey Night in Canada in Cree” hits the ice on APTN

February 14, 2022

After a brief delay in January, the upcoming season of Hockey Night in Canada in Cree is geared up and ready to go with an all-new schedule.

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Changes to APTN’s social media handles

February 11, 2022

As of Feb. 8, 2022, APTN has changed the URLs of its official social media handles.

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“Hockey Night in Canada in Cree” on APTN: 2022 season statement

January 6, 2022

After careful deliberation, APTN will be moving the premiere of Hockey Night in Canada in Cree on APTN to Saturday, March 5, 2022 for the Vancouver vs. Toronto game at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

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Sportsnet and APTN hit the ice with “Hockey Night in Canada in Cree”

December 16, 2021

Premiering January 15, Sportsnet and APTN return to Canadian screens with six national NHL matchups in Plains Cree. Clarence Iron, John Chabot, Earl Wood and Jason Chamakese return as APTN’s NHL broadcast team.

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APTN lumi launches the Alanis Obomsawin collection

November 29, 2021

Winnipeg, Man. – On Dec. 1, 2021, Indigenous-focused streaming service APTN lumi, will be adding 11 of Alanis Obomsawin’s films to its lineup. A member of the Abenaki Nation, Obomsawin is an award-winning director and producer, and a distinguished Canadian filmmaker.

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Indigenous musicians step into a national spotlight in the Indigenous Music Accelerator, presented by RBCxMusic

September 28, 2021

Winnipeg, Man. – Today, APTN announced the winners of the first annual 2021 Indigenous Music Accelerator (IMA), presented by RBCxMusic. This program will support Indigenous musicians actively working in the music industry who are looking to take their career to the next level.

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First National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: APTN honours residential school survivors, families and communities with day of special programming

September 15, 2021

Winnipeg, Man. – The federal government has declared September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDT&R), a statutory holiday to pause and reflect on the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools. To welcome this day of remembrance, APTN will be offering a full day of programming to raise awareness about the significance and meaning of NDT&R.

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APTN announces fall 2021 lineup

September 1, 2021

Winnipeg, Man. – This fall, APTN is bringing the heat with new and returning shows that celebrate the many sides of Indigenous lives. From Indigenous change makers and visionaries, to the rustic kitchens of global Indigenous chefs, to survivalists, supernatural

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Turn up the volume on your career! APTN invites Indigenous musicians to apply for the Indigenous Music Accelerator, presented by RBCxMusic

May 27, 2021

APTN is pleased to announce that applications for the Indigenous Music Accelerator (IMA), presented by RBCxMusic, are now open. This new mentorship program will support First Nations, Inuit and Métis musicians actively working in the music industry who are looking to take their career to the next level.

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Welcome the summer solstice with APTN Indigenous Day Live

May 18, 2021

APTN is thrilled to announce that APTN Indigenous Day Live is back on June 20 to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with a lineup of incredibly talented performers!

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APTN names new board chairperson

May 13, 2021

Winnipeg, Man. — APTN welcomes Julie Grenier as the newly appointed chairperson of its board of directors, succeeding Jocelyn Formsma, who will continue to serve as a board member. Grenier is from Kuujjuaq, a small community in Nunavik, northern Quebec. She is the director general of Taqramiut Nipingat Inc. (TNI),

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APTN supports Bill C-10, an act to amend the Broadcasting Act

May 6, 2021

APTN supports the passage of Bill C-10, An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts.

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Arctic Inspiration Prize announces ambitious, pan-Arctic virtual celebration in partnership with APTN

January 28, 2021

The Arctic Inspiration Prize (AIP) announced today an exciting new broadcast partnership with APTN. Every year, the AIP celebrates its new laureates at a live ceremony that showcases the AIP finalists, winners and performances by artists from across the North.

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APTN lumi now available through Apple TV channels in Canada

December 17, 2020

APTN announced today that its innovative content streaming service, APTN lumi, is now available to customers in Canada through Apple TV channels on the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch, Mac, select Samsung, LG, Sony, and VIZIO smart TVs, Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices, and PlayStation and Xbox consoles.

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Celebrate the holidays with a special winter edition of APTN Indigenous Day Live

December 8, 2020

In belated honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day, APTN invites you to illuminate the night with a unique adaptation of APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL).

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Coming this fall to APTN

September 2, 2020

APTN is excited to announce its fall 2020 schedule – a season filled with authentic new educational programming and the latest seasons of returning favourites. APTN is committed to revitalizing Indigenous languages and cultures while providing learning opportunities for viewers through television.

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APTN and The Discourse launch IndigiNews, a new local journalism platform

May 5, 2020

APTN and The Discourse launch IndigiNews into the economic headwinds of COVID-19 with the goal of developing a new business model for independent Indigenous news.

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Dozens of additional Canadian artists, athletes and icons announced for historic STRONGER TOGETHER, TOUS ENSEMBLE broadcast this Sunday

April 23, 2020

Canadian artists, activists, actors, and athletes will share their stories of hope and inspiration in a national salute to frontline workers combatting COVID-19 during the 90-minute show.

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STRONGER TOGETHER, TOUS ENSEMBLE extends to 90 minutes as new broadcasters join the largest single-show broadcast event in Canadian history

April 22, 2020

After incredible response and interest, the previously announced all-Canadian special, STRONGER TOGETHER, TOUS ENSEMBLE, has been extended to a 90-minute broadcast now airing 30 minutes earlier at 6:30 p.m.

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MEMBERTOU – WINNIPEG – WHITEHORSE
host 2020 APTN Indigenous Day Live celebrations across Canada

March 3, 2020

On Saturday, June 20, APTN will host the 14th edition of IDL for the very first time in a First Nation community: Membertou First Nation in Nova Scotia. IDL will also be returning to Winnipeg, Man., and Whitehorse, Yukon.

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Announcing the 2020 Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellow

February 10, 2020

The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) and APTN are pleased to announce Damian Frazee as the fourth recipient of the Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellowship.

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Sportsnet and APTN partner to broadcast more NHL games in Plains Cree over next three seasons

December 16, 2019

Following the historic first NHL broadcast in Plains Cree last season in conjunction with Rogers Hometown Hockey’s visit to Enoch Cree Nation, Sportsnet and APTN are expanding their partnership to deliver more games over the next three seasons.

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APTN and CAJ seeking Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellow

November 21, 2019

The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) and APTN are pleased to announce a call for applications for the forth Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellowship.

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APTN releases results of the first-ever National Indigenous Music Impact Study

November 13, 2019

APTN has just published the first-ever National Indigenous Music Impact Study (NIMIS). This landmark Canadian study looked at the contributions made by the Indigenous music community and the impacts that this community has on the Canadian economy and on the social fabric of this country.

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APTN announces Monika Ille as new CEO

November 4, 2019

APTN is pleased to announce the selection of Monika Ille as the new CEO of the network. The announcement comes after a comprehensive national executive search process aimed at selecting a new leader for the national Indigenous television network.

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APTN rolls out fall programming and new streaming service APTN lumi

September 16, 2019

In celebration of its 20th anniversary on Sept. 1, 2019, APTN presents its Fall 2019 schedule and announces the launch of APTN lumi, an Indigenous-focused streaming service.

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APTN launches its very first national news program in French

August 15, 2019

A new national news program called Nouvelles Nationales d’APTN will debut Aug. 26, 2019 on APTN, the first Indigenous national television network in the world. The weekly program will air on aptn e in Eastern Canada, at 6:30 p.m. ET.

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APTN announces new executive director of News and Current Affairs

July 22, 2019

APTN is excited to announce Cheryl McKenzie is the new executive director of News and Current Affairs. McKenzie is a proud Anishinaabe and Cree woman from Hollow Water and Peguis First Nations.

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Radio stations to broadcast APTN Indigenous Day Live throughout North America

June 11, 2019

Indigenous radio stations will broadcast concerts from the 13th annual APTN Indigenous Day Live on June 22, 2019. Communities across Canada and the U.S. can join in the largest celebration of Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples Day in a variety of ways.

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Hit APTN show, The Laughing Drum, is bringing the laughs to Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival

May 24, 2019

March 12, 2019, Winnipeg, Man. – In a first for APTN, The Laughing Drum is making its debut at the world-renowned Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival on March 15, 2019. Two episodes will be recorded in front of a live audience

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Three cities, 20+ acts, One Great Gathering: 2019 APTN Indigenous Day Live lineup announced

May 16, 2019

On June 22, Turtle Island will rock across the nation as well-known artists and new emerging talent unite to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at APTN Indigenous Day Live (IDL).

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Winnipeg- Calgary- Whitehorse – APTN hosts 2019 Indigenous Day Live celebrations in three cities

April 18, 2019

National Indigenous Peoples Day is right around the corner, and that can mean only one thing: Indigenous Day Live is almost here! On Saturday, June 22, APTN will host Indigenous Day Live in Winnipeg, Whitehorse and, for the very first time, Calgary.

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After 17 years of service, APTN CEO leaving the network to pursue new challenges

April 12, 2019

Jocelyn Formsma, APTN Chairperson announced today that Jean La Rose, APTN CEO, will be leaving the network on Dec. 31, 2019 to pursue new challenges. The announcement comes at a time that suits both the organization and its leader, given the recent renewal of the network’s licence for a five-year term.

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Media availability invite: Rogers Hometown Hockey in Cree broadcast team, March 23

March 22, 2019

On Saturday, March 23, please join Sportsnet and APTN for a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the upcoming Rogers Hometown Hockey in Cree broadcast. This will include in-person and conference call media availabilities with the Cree-language broadcast team, as well as APTN and Sportsnet spokespeople.

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Sportsnet and APTN team up to deliver first Cree-language NHL broadcast, March 24

March 14, 2019

Scoring a milestone for Canadian television history, Sportsnet and APTN are teaming up to deliver the first-ever NHL game in Plains Cree. The historic broadcast hits airwaves on Sunday, March 24, as the Montreal Canadiens meet the Carolina Hurricanes on Rogers Hometown Hockey in Cree on APTN at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

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Sportsnet ēkwa APTN wītahpisohtawak ta cikāstēpayitācik māci nistam nēhiyaw-pīkiskwēwin NHL cikāstēpayicikēwin, niska pīsim akimihci niso mitanow nēwosāp

March 14, 2019

Sportsnet ēkwa APTN wītahpisohtawak ta cikāstēpayitācik māci nistam nēhiyaw-pīkiskwēwin NHL cikāstēpayicikēwin, niska pīsim akimihci niso mitanow nēwosāp

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APTN’s CAUTION: May Contain Nuts immerses fans in popular show with launch of VR comedy sketches

March 1, 2019

With the launch of season five of APTN’s CAUTION: May Contain Nuts comes an exciting experience for fans: six new virtual reality sketches featuring well-known characters and worlds from the popular sketch comedy series.

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APTN is conducting the first-ever National Indigenous Music Impact Study

January 8, 2019

APTN is conducting a National Indigenous Music Impact Study (NIMIS), the first of its kind in Canada. The study will look at the challenges and successes that the Indigenous music community faces, and will estimate the economic contributions and other impacts that this community has on Canada.

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APTN and CAJ seeking Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellow

November 6, 2018

The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) and APTN are pleased to announce a call for applications for the third Indigenous Investigative Journalism Fellowship.

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First Peoples Radio Inc. launches ELMNT FM in Toronto and Ottawa

October 24, 2018

First Peoples Radio Inc. (FPR) is proud to announce the launch of ELMNT FM, an urban radio entirely devoted to Indigenous Peoples. Listeners can tune-in at noon today to 95.7 FM in Ottawa and 106.5 FM in Toronto to discover The New Beat of Radio.

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APTN Investigates’ tenth season set to launch

September 20, 2018

Oct. 5 marks the beginning of Season 10 of APTN Investigates. The first and only Indigenous investigative news program in Canada, APTN Investigates now has more than 150 episodes to date. Founded in 2008 by veteran journalist Paul Barnsley, the half-hour show offers viewers hard-hitting investigative reports and stories that change lives.

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APTN’s First Contact premieres this September, takes six Canadians on an extraordinary journey through Indigenous Canada

August 15, 2018

APTN, in association with Animiki See Digital Productions, Nüman Films, and Indios Productions, announced today that it will premiere the documentary-series, FIRST CONTACT (3 X 60).

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Coming this fall to APTN

August 7, 2018

APTN announced its Fall 2018 schedule today, highlighting a slate of new original series, returning favourites and thought-provoking documentaries. The new season starts on Sept. 3.

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Award-winning journalist joins Dennis Ward as co-anchor of APTN National News

May 29, 2018

APTN’s award-winning investigative journalist Melissa Ridgen has been named co-host/producer for APTN National News and host of APTN’s interactive talk show InFocus. Ms. Ridgen will join Dennis Ward on the desk Monday, June 4th, 2018.

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More than 30 Indigenous artists – One Great Gathering – 2018 Indigenous Day Live lineup announced

May 22, 2018

On June 23, Turtle Island will be introduced to freshand award-winning talent from across the nation. Live and on location from Winnipeg, Toronto and Ottawa, APTN’s Indigenous Day Live (IDL) will showcase solo and collaborative performances bringing the nation together in celebration, proving once again that Indigenous culture and identity are thriving.

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Winnipeg – Toronto – Ottawa host the 2018 Indigenous Day Live celebrations

April 5, 2018

National Indigenous Peoples Day is right around the corner, and that can mean only one thing —the largest national celebration in recognition of that day —Indigenous Day Live!

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NFB and APTN enter partnership to strengthen role of Indigenous Peoples and creators in the Canadian audiovisual industry

February 15, 2018

The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) and APTN announced today the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will pool the organizations’ efforts and expertise in implementing protocols, programs, training and other initiatives aimed at strengthening relations with Indigenous Peoples and creators.

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Critically-acclaimed drama North of 60 returns to APTN

February 12, 2018

Several generations grew up watching the popular series North of 60 before it left the TV screen a little over a decade ago. Today, fans are still enthralled with the drama.

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APTN named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2018

February 9, 2018

APTN has been acknowledged by MediaCorp Canada Inc. as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, now two years running. This designation distinguishes employers that offer the nation’s best workplaces and programs for young professionals.

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APTN named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers

November 29, 2017

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is celebrating its 10th year among Manitoba’s Top Employers,which was announced this morning on Eluta.ca.

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APTN remains one of Canada’s Top Employers

November 7, 2017

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) maintains its title as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This marks the sixth consecutive year MediaCorp Canada Inc. has recognized the network as a workplace champion.

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First Peoples Radio back on track, to launch by National Indigenous Peoples Day 2018

October 24, 2017

First Peoples Radio Inc. (FPR) is back on track after Canadian and Radio Television Commission’s (CRTC) decision to grant the non-profit corporation established by Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) two Type B Native FM radio stations, was challenged.

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Aboriginal Peoples Television Network seeks public support for licence renewal process

October 23, 2017

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) has submitted an application to renew its broadcasting licence to the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).

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APTN National News – We tell stories others don’t and won’t

October 2, 2017

The APTN National News team — winner of the Canadian Association of Journalists’ Charles Bury Award for its contribution to Canadian journalism — returns for a new season starting today.

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Powerful, important, authentic television

August 29, 2017

This fall Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) will be taking its viewers on a journey through the lens of Indigenous Canada and beyond. APTN is unleashing some very powerful new series that give an authentic and important voice to those on the forefront, capturing and responding to the nationwide call to action through reconciliation. The new fall lineup rolls out September 4, 2017.

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First Peoples Radio Inc. granted 2 radio licences to serve urban Aboriginal communities in Ottawa and Toronto

June 14, 2017

Winnipeg, Manitoba –First Peoples Radio Inc. (FPR), a non-profit corporation established by Aboriginal Peoples Television Network Inc. (APTN), has been granted licences to operate English and Indigenous-language Type B Native FM radio stations to serve the urban Indigenous communities in

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APTN partners with radio stations to broadcast Aboriginal Day Live

June 14, 2017

Live and on location from Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, Yellowknife, Edmonton, and Vancouver, Aboriginal Day Live will feature some of the most recognized entertainers in Aboriginal music and television, including award-winning and those on the rise.

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Join the circle for Canada’s largest Round Dance – An Aboriginal Day Live community collaboration

June 6, 2017

The cities will be united, despite the distance, through significant traditions. One will be the Round Dance or Drum Dance, which vary from community to community. Originally, a healing dance —it has also become known as a social dance in the form of a celebration.

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Aboriginal Day Live line-up revealed – Eight cities, One Great Gathering

May 25, 2017

The nation is already buzzing about this year’s Aboriginal Day Live (ADL) going coast-to-coast-to-coast for Canada 150. Today, the lineup with over 70 of some of the biggest names in music and television, including award-winning and on-the-rise artists was announced.

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APTN brings new stories for a new year

December 22, 2016

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced its new winter schedule today. The fresh lineup blends exciting new shows with returning favourites.

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APTN named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers

November 30, 2016

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) has been acknowledged as Manitoba’s Top Employers for the 9th consecutive year, as announced this morning on Eluta.ca.

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Edmonton journalist selected for Aboriginal Investigative Journalism Fellowship

November 24, 2016

The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) and Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) are pleased to announce Edmonton journalist John W. Murray has been selected for the inaugural Aboriginal Investigative Journalism Fellowship.

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Set the bar for content creation

November 21, 2016

APTN (Aboriginal Peoples Television Network) invites Aboriginal digital content creators to submit their fresh story idea for the production of Canadian linear web series.

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APTN receives national Top Employer award

November 8, 2016

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) has been acknowledged by MediaCorp Canada Inc. as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, for its fifth consecutive year. This national award recognizes the leaders in innovative and forward-thinking workplaces.

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Mohawk Girls, Second Screen Experience are back and even better

October 20, 2016

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) has announced the exciting Second Screen Experience (SSEX) returns for the new season of its hit dramedy series – Mohawk Girls premiering on October 25.

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APTN News- Uncovering the stories that others won’t

October 6, 2016

The award-winning APTN National News revealed its 2016 fall schedule today, exploring beyond the national headlines and asking the tough questions. Providing unprecedented perspectives, the APTN News team will continue to raise the bar for national news and current affairs.

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APTN and Canada’s Music Incubator at Coalition Music get you one beat closer to your music career

September 9, 2016

APTN (Aboriginal Peoples Television Network) and Canada’s Music Incubator at Coalition Music are pleased to announce the creation of a new program in support of emerging First Nations, Inuit or Métis artist managers.

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Cheryl McKenzie of APTN National News to report the latest from Standing Rock, ND

September 9, 2016

APTN National News will spend the next several days reporting from Standing Rock, North Dakota, where thousands of Indigenous Peoples are gathering to oppose a controversial oil pipeline.

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APTN reveals exciting 2016 primetime fall programming

August 30, 2016

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced its fall 2016 schedule today, highlighting a slate of new original series, returning favorites and thought-provoking documentaries – launching on September 5.

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APTN among Manitoba’s Top Employers for the 8th consecutive year

November 23, 2015

The winners of the Manitoba’s Top Employers Award were announced this morning, and Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is proud to be part of the list for the 8th consecutive year.

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APTN wins Take Our Kids to Work™ national award for a third year in a row

November 20, 2015

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is pleased to announce it is one of 15 companies across Canada recognized by The Learning Partnership for its involvement in the Take Our Kids to Work™ initiative. For a third consecutive year, the network received the Canada’s Outstanding Employers Award as a symbol of its commitment to the youth.

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APTN congratulates Tanya Tagaq, winner of Aboriginal Album of the Year at 2015 JUNOS

March 16, 2015

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) congratulates Tanya Tagaq, winner of the 2015 JUNO Awards – Aboriginal Album of the Year Award for Animism. The prestigious award was presented to Tagaq at the 2015 JUNO Gala Dinner & Awards held at the Hamilton Convention Centre on Saturday, March 14.

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APTN’s Aboriginal Day Live and celebration coming to Winnipeg and Edmonton on June 20, 2015

March 3, 2015

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today it will host this year’s Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration in Winnipeg, MB and Edmonton, AB, on Saturday, June 20, 2015.

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APTN congratulates 2015 JUNO Award Aboriginal Album of the Year nominees

January 28, 2015

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) congratulates the 2015 JUNO Awards – Aboriginal Album of the Year Award nominees.

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APTN proud sponsor of 2015 JUNO Awards

January 27, 2015

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) welcomes the opportunity to once again support the JUNO Awards as an award sponsor for the Aboriginal Album of the Year Award. The award will be presented at the 44th Annual JUNO Awards, on Sunday, March 15th, 2015 at the First Ontario Centre in Hamilton, Ontario.

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APTN announces international roster for Aboriginal Day Live concert broadcast

May 8, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today the lineup and hosts for Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration, the fastest-growing event of its kind in the nation. The free event is held this upcoming National Aboriginal Day on Saturday, June 21, 2014.

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APTN and RBC Foundation announce new creative partnership

April 22, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is pleased to announce RBC Foundation as the title Supporter of its regional Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration Flag Contest.

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APTN unveils waterfront celebration and website for Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration

April 14, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today its Halifax plans for Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration and launched the event’s new website. The free events are Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21, 2014, and are part of Canada’s largest celebration of National Aboriginal Day.

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Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration unveils Celebration Village and website

April 14, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today plans for the Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration Cultural Stages and launched the event’s new website. The event is on Saturday, June 21, 2014, and is Canada’s largest celebration of National Aboriginal Day.

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First Nations schools to benefit from harmony created by APTN and MusiCounts

March 18, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today its partnership with MusiCounts, a program that is helping to keep music alive in schools across Canada. MusiCounts is Canada’s music education charity associated with The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) that provides grants which impact thousands of young Canadians and supports diverse music programs.

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World Indigenous Television Broadcasters Network conference program is “breaking the barriers”

March 17, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) and the World Indigenous Television Broadcasters Network (WITBN) announced today the roster of speakers for the World Indigenous Television Broadcasting Conference (WITBC) 2014, to be held June 19 to 23 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

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APTN redesigns Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration Flag Contest

March 10, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) announced today the eighth annual Aboriginal Day Live & Celebration Flag Contest.

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APTN congratulates Alanis Obomsawin and makers of “We Were Children” for winning 2014 Canadian Screen Awards

March 5, 2014

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is pleased to congratulate the winners associated with the network that were awarded a Canadian Screen Award in the Documentary and Academy Special Awards categories.

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APTN receives national award for its participation in Take Our Kids to Work Day

December 12, 2013

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) is one of 10 companies across Canada being recognized with The Learning Partnership Canada’s Outstanding Employer Award for its commitment to young people after its success this year in the Take Our Kids to Work program.

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APTN director of human resources second person in the world to receive international certification for mentoring

December 11, 2013

Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) wishes to recognize and congratulate APTN director of human resources, John Stott on attaining his Certified Mentor Practitioner (CMP) – International Certification for Mentoring designation.

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APTN Investigates team recognized for outstanding human rights reporting

December 20, 2012

APTN Investigates Executive Producer, Paul Barnsley and Senior Researcher Writer, Kathleen Martens have received the Amnesty Canada Media Award – category Online Presentations, for their story exposing a Calgary law firm who exploited vulnerable members of First Nations in their effort to obtain a settlement for residential school abuse.

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Winnipeg, Manitoba: Fresh faces, fan favourites and a coastal classic

December 17, 2012

APTN’s winter programming gets you going with journeys of adventure, discovery and modernistic youth series from every corner of the country.

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