Podcasts about Manitoulin Island

On the Saturday June 14, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet meet JUNO Award-winning Indigenous artist Crystal Shawanda. Born and raised on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario, Crystal began her career in country music, signing with RCA Nashville. After parting ways with the label, she launched New Sun Records and shifted her focus to the blues. Her highly anticipated new album “Sing Pretty Blues,” blends blues and Southern country soul with Stax, Chess and Motown influences, is available now via her very own label, New Sun Records on all streaming platforms. Then, Canadian director, playwright, and screenwriter, Celine Song stops by. In 2023 she became a Hollywood darling with her Oscar nominated feature film debut, “Past Lives.” The film, nominated for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay, follows two childhood best friends who reunite in adulthood years after one emigrates from South Korea to the United States. She returns to theatres with a new film staring Dakota Johnson. Set against the backdrop of New York City, the Rom Com Capitol of the World®, “Materialists” sees Johnson play Lucy, a matchmaker for the rich and famous. She has arranged nine marriages but personally keeps romance at arm's length after a messy break-up. Things change for the “eternal bachelorette” when she meets wealthy charm-bomb Harry Castillo, played by Pedro Pascal. As romance blossoms, Lucy's life is upended by the return of her broke ex-boyfriend, John, played by Chris Evans, forcing her to choose between a perfect match and her imperfect ex. Then, Eric McCormack, you know him as as Will Truman of the TV series Will & Grace, a role that won him won a Screen Actors Guild Award and an Emmy Award stops by to talk about his new Hollywood Suite show “Hell Motel.” On the creep new show, 10 true crime obsessives are invited to the opening weekend of the newly renovated Cold River Motel, the site of a 30-year-old unsolved Satanic Mass Murder. History repeats itself when the guests get start getting knocked off one by one. Eric plays Hemmingway, a chef with a wickedly sinister flair. In this interview we talk about Hell Motel, and how to play dead on camera.

Join Brad & Jess as we chat with two of our long-time Brand Ambassadors, Rob Ouellette and Al Benoit. Both Rob and Al reside in Sudbury Ontario, made their careers as corrections officers, and both own recreational property near Manitoulin Island where they do a lot of fishing for Salmon and Lake Trout. On this podcast, we talk about the local fisheries, fish allergies, trolling techniques, spoons and tournaments. We also dive into the important topic of fishing as a tool to improve mental health. Mental Health & Fishing: https://www.lenthompson.com/blog/mental-health-fishing Rob's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@robbytheoutdoorsguy_channel Al's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albenoitfishing/ Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html

On the Saturday April 26, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet JUNO Award-winning Indigenous artist Crystal Shawanda. Born and raised on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario, Crystal began her career in country music, signing with RCA Nashville. After parting ways with the label, she launched New Sun Records and shifted her focus to the blues. Her highly anticipated new album “Sing Pretty Blues,” blends blues and Southern country soul with Stax, Chess and Motown influences, is available now via her very own label, New Sun Records on all streaming platforms. Then we’ll meet actor, comedian, writer and producer Susan Serrao, who started acting at the age of 35 after raising 4 boys. The Calgary based performer always encouraged her kids to go after whatever they wanted in life. Then one day her kids encouraged her to do the same thing, so she finally went after her dream to be an actor. Since then, she’s kept busy, appearing on shows like :”Frago” and “Homeland,” appearing on stages across Western Canada and elsewhere. She has a YouTube channel called Susan Serrao Sketch ‘N Stuff which is home to her sketch series “got milf?,” her podcast “Completely Off Topic, With Susan Serrao.”

Juanita “Winnie” Migwans, a 31-year-old Indigenous woman from M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island, has been missing since October 4, 2024. She was last seen walking along Riverside Drive in M'Chigeeng. She disappeated without her phone, identification, or personal belongings . Her sudden disappearance has left her family and community deeply concerned.Migwans is described as 5'6" tall, weighing approximately 100 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes . She was last seen wearing a light-colored jacket and dark pants.​In an effort to find her, a $100,000 reward is being offered for information leading to her whereabouts or the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her disappearance . Billboards have been placed across Manitoulin Island and along major highways to raise awareness, and a crowdfunding campaign is underway to fund additional signage.If you have any information about Juanita Migwans' disappearance, please contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Your assistance could be crucial in bringing Juanita home.--This podcast is recorded on the territories of the Coast Salish people.Music Composed by: Sayer Roberts - https://soundcloud.com/user-135673977 // shorturl.at/mFPZ0Subscribe to TNTC+ on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/TNTCJoin our Patreon: www.patreon.com/tntcpodMerch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/true-north-true-crime?ref_id=24376Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tntcpod/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tntcpodFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truenorthtruecrime Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWe're on a mission to inspire others to get outside and enjoy camping adventures, and today we're exploring some of Ontario's favorite hiking spots that range from easy day trips to challenging wilderness experiences.• The Crack Trail in Killarney Provincial Park features spectacular views over the La Cloche Mountains with white granite outcroppings• Bruce Trail near Lion's Head offers views of turquoise water that looks almost tropical, with its own dedicated hiking community• Centennial Ridges and Mizzy Lake trails in Algonquin Provincial Park provide multiple viewpoints and wildlife sighting opportunities• Cup and Saucer Trail on Manitoulin Island features some of the best cliff top views overlooking Lake Huron's North Channel• Sleeping Giant Provincial Park's Top of the Giant trail is challenging but rewards with spectacular views 250 meters above Lake Superior• Barren Canyon Trail offers dramatic views of a 100-meter deep canyon in a short, easy 1.5km loop• Hardy Lake Loop in Muskoka provides a peaceful wilderness experience without crowds• Silver Peak in Killarney requires canoeing to access but offers 360-degree views from the highest point in the park• Devil's Punch Bowl near Hamilton features a dramatic waterfall and millions of years of geological history in an easy hikeIf you would like to talk to us, feel free to reach out on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Blue Sky, Twitter, or email us at hi@supergoodcamping.com.Note: The Algonquin kilometer markers run along Highway 60 from the West Gate to the East Gate.Support the showCONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING:Support the podcast & buy super cool SWAG: https://store.skgroupinc.com/super_good_camping/shop/homeEMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.comWEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.comYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampinFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@supergoodcamping Support the show

On the Saturday April 26, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we'll  meet JUNO Award-winning Indigenous artist Crystal Shawanda. Born and raised on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario, Crystal began her career in country music, signing with RCA Nashville. After parting ways with the label, she launched New Sun Records and shifted her focus to the blues. Her highly anticipated new album “Sing Pretty Blues,” blends blues and Southern country soul with Stax, Chess and Motown influences, is available now via her very own label, New Sun Records on all streaming platforms. Then we'll meet actor, comedian, writer and producer Susan Serrao, who started acting at the age of 35 after raising 4 boys. The Calgary based performer always encouraged her kids to go after whatever they wanted in life. Then one day her kids encouraged her to do the same thing, so she finally went after her dream to be an actor. Since then, she's kept busy, appearing on shows like ”Fargo” and “Homeland,” appearing on stages across Western Canada and elsewhere. She has a YouTube channel called Susan Serrao Sketch ‘N Stuff which is home to her sketch series “got milf?,” her podcast “Completely Off Topic, With Susan Serrao.”

Three listeners make the case for their favourite vacation spots to be included in The Current's travel bucket list. Ellie Poirier tells us why she loves Manitoulin Island in Ontario, Yvonne Kyle fights for Quttinirpaaq National Park in Nunavut, and Nancy Edwards explains why you can't miss the Saguenay fjord in Quebec. You can see the full shortlist and vote for your favorite on cbc.ca/thecurrent.

This episode features Part 1 of 2 with Paul Francis Jr. the Vice President of N'doo'owe Binesi (Healing Thunderbird), the Indigenous Health, Partnerships and Wellness division of St. Joseph's Care Group in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Paul is a graduate of the Master of Social Work Indigenous Field of Study Program at Wilfrid Laurier University, is a registered social worker and a member in good standing with the OCSWSSW. Paul is committed to his Anishinaabe spiritual practices and enjoys attending and helping with traditional ceremonies. Paul believes in the power of integrating Indigenous healing practices within the mainstream healthcare system for the benefit of all. Paul is Odawa (Anishinaabe) and mixed European ancestry, a member from Wiikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island and is a member of the Bear Clan. Paul is a proud father to Tristan, Royal, Harlow, Ailee and Siinese, with his wife Kyla. https://sjcg.net/services/Indigenous-Relations/health.aspx http://amshealthcare.ca/    

Brian interviews Marie McGregor Pitawanakwat. Marie is an Anishinaabe kwe (woman) from Daawganing on Manitoulin Island in Northeastern Ontario, Canada. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA), a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and a Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA). Marie is a dedicated housing advocate committed to ending homelessness among Indigenous women. She serves as the Chair of the National Indigenous Women's Housing Network (NIWHN), a movement focused on improving living conditions for Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals across Turtle Island. Her lived experiences and professional endeavors have made Marie a prominent figure in advocating for housing rights and addressing homelessness among Indigenous populations in Canada.

How many 16-year-olds these days love Ella Fitzgerald? Young musician Ellie Maxwell sure does. After being adopted from South Africa, Ellie now lives with her family on Manitoulin Island. She joins us in studio to share her story and to sing an original song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode features part 2 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island.  A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation. Edna's profound contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, but her humility and focus remain on passing forward the ancestral knowledge to future generations. Her voice continues to be a guiding light for those seeking to reconnect with Indigenous teachings and reclaim their identities. In this podcast, we are honoured to hear Edna share her invaluable stories and teachings, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding. amshealthcare.ca

This episode features part 1 of 2 with Edna Manitowabi, an esteemed Anishinaabe Elder, Traditional Knowledge Keeper, Educator, and Storyteller from the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island.  A respected leader in Indigenous education, she has dedicated her life to preserving and sharing the teachings of the Anishinaabe people. As a Professor Emerita at Trent University, Edna played a pivotal role in the Indigenous Studies program, inspiring countless students with her wisdom and commitment to cultural revitalization. Her work emphasizes the importance of traditional healing practices, ceremonies, and storytelling as tools for personal and collective transformation. Edna's profound contributions have been recognized through numerous accolades, but her humility and focus remain on passing forward the ancestral knowledge to future generations. Her voice continues to be a guiding light for those seeking to reconnect with Indigenous teachings and reclaim their identities. In this podcast, we are honoured to hear Edna share her invaluable stories and teachings, bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary understanding. Part 2 will be released on Thurs. December 12th, 2024.  amshealthcare.ca    

Ottawa 67's forward Chris Barlas joins the show to talk about the season so far, and to look ahead to the team's upcoming games

Today I am chatting with my friend Rebecca about YA magical realism novel, The Stones of Burren Bay, by Emily De Angelis. Take a listen as Rebecca and I chat about the plot, characters, Irish/Celtic spiritualism, Native American culture and spiritualism, grief/grieving, and more! The first fifteen minutes are spoiler free!A little about The Stones of Burren Bay: In a tragic car accident, 15-year-old Norie loses her deadbeat father while her distant mother is injured. Her prized possession, an antique artist's box that traveled from Ireland with her great-great-grandmother, is destroyed along with her deep connection to her art. As Norie grapples with her self-identity, obscured by grief and anger, she and her physically and emotionally fragile mother are forced to relocate. With no other relatives to rely on, they call on the kindness of her mother's oldest friend Dahlia and her daughter Wil, who run the Jolly Pot Tearoom and Burren Bay Lighthouse Museum on Manitoulin Island. Dahlia introduces Norie to ancient Irish Celtic spiritualism and opens the thin veil between the past and present where Norie encounters the echo of a century's old spirit, Oonagh. Through Oonagh's own story Norie comes to terms with her father's betrayal and death and rediscovers her passion for art. As her mother's emotional wounds reach a crisis, Norie realizes they must face their guilt and grief together in order to heal and become reunited as mother and daughter.Send us a textHave a question about today's book or author? Have a book you want me to review on the podcast? Just want to say hi? Send me an email at yabookchat@gmail.comDon't forget to give the podcast a 5 star rating, and leave a review! Thank you for your support!

This week Morning North broadcasts from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario and Sault Ste.Marie Michigan to hear from voters in the U-S election, we also hear about a woman from Manitoulin Island who went missing a month ago, and we get an update on the fate of the YMCA in Sault Ste. Marie.

It was a family effort but Morning North Mystery Game contestant Kerri from Manitoulin Island picked up all five prizes available to win. Could you have done the same? Have a listen and find out.

This episode features Randy Trudeau.  Randy Trudeau is a hunter, trapper, fisher, artist, and traditional medicine harvester from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, located in Northeastern Ontario. Deeply connected to the land and its teachings, Randy's life revolves around Indigenous practices and traditional ways of living. As a skilled hunter and trapper, he has extensive knowledge of the land's resources and cycles, which he combines with expertise in fishing and traditional medicine harvesting. Randy's art draws inspiration from the natural world and his deep-rooted cultural heritage. His work reflects the beauty and wisdom of his community's traditions. Through his various crafts, Randy continues to share and preserve the stories and teachings of his ancestors, ensuring that these vital practices remain strong in the present and for future generations. amshealthcare.ca/  

On the eve of the final session of the Synod on Synodality, a diverse group of women working in ministry at the margins of the church had the opportunity of a lifetime: a private audience with Pope Francis at the Vatican. They brought their stories of serving Indigenous communities, working to protect the planet and bringing the Gospel to the peripheries. Among this global delegation was Rosella Kinoshameg, who is from the Odawa/Ojibway people and lives in the Wikwemikong Unceded Reserve in Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada.  Zac and Ashley talk with Rosella about: - Her experience in Canada's residential schools, state- and church-sponsored institutions that sought to strip Indigenous children of the language, traditions and heritage - Her work in the “Diocesan Order of Service,” a unique ministry that empowers mostly Indigenous women to serve their own communities through communion services, praying at funerals and wakes and ministering to the sick and dying - What she makes of the conversation about women's ministry at the synod  In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley recap the latest news from Rome, including Pope Francis' announcement that he will create 21 new cardinals; the pope's letter to Catholics in the Middle East on the anniversary of Oct. 7; and what the synod delegates are discussing in the Paul VI Hall this week.  Links from the show:  Pope Francis names 21 new cardinals, including Timothy Radcliffe, O.P. Pope Francis to Catholics in the Middle East: Thank you for being able to pray and love despite everything Jesuitical's synod coverage is sponsored in part by the Jesuit School of Theology at Santa Clara University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the second largest landmass in the world, famous for its lakes and spectacular forests, yet Canada's travel industry has faced challenges since the Covid pandemic hit in 2020. International visitor numbers still haven't recovered, and extreme weather events like wildfires have destroyed some of its best-known resorts. Plus difficult diplomatic relations have meant a reduction in tourists from a key market - China.But Canada's government says it has a plan for the sector which is worth $38bn CAD to Canada's GDP.We'll hear about it from the country's tourism minister and from business owners and tourists too.Presented and produced by Megan Lawton(Image: Jack Rivers is an indigenous cultural guide on Manitoulin Island, he runs tours around the Wiikwemkoong Reserve. Before the pandemic, indigenous tourism was the fastest growing sector of Canadian tourism, with significant gains in job creation and contributions to Canada's GDP)

Welcome to part one of this two-part special, co-hosted with Dr. Karen Hill of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and host of Two Row Medicine podcast. Two Row Medicine is a new podcast navigating relationships from a traditional Indigenous perspective in the 21st century. On June 8th and 9th, 2024, Indigenous healers, elders, health administrators, and physicians gathered at the Six Nations of the Grand River in Southern Ontario to discuss strategies for addressing the growing demand for Indigenous healers. It was the third gathering, with the previous two taking place on Manitoulin Island and in Rama in 2022. This gathering brought together healers and Indigenous physicians in meaningful dialogue to explore ways of collaborating on health issues, such as addiction. We invited participants to share their perspectives on collaboration. This episode features: Heather McIntyre – Regional Indigenous Cultural Safety Coordinator, Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Team, BANAC Mike Bisson – Cultural Coordinator, Nogdawindamin Treatment Centre, and Koognaasewin Child Well-being Law Brandon Waindubence – Sheshegwaning First Nation Troy Monague – Traditional Healing Coordinator, Mamaway Wiidokdaadwin Team, BANAC Esstin McLeod – Healer and medicine practitioner in Northern Ontario Dr. Ojistoh Kahnawahere Horn – Family Physician in the Kahnawake and Akwesasne communities Dr. Karen Hill – Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University, and host of the Two Row Medicine podcast We would like to acknowledge the financial contributions to this podcast made by the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and AMS Healthcare. Listen to the Two Row Medicine podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts amshealthcare.ca

Welcome to part two of this two-part special, co-hosted with Dr. Karen Hill of the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and host of Two Row Medicine podcast. Two Row Medicine is a new podcast navigating relationships from a traditional Indigenous perspective in the 21st century. On June 8th and 9th, 2024, Indigenous healers, elders, health administrators, and physicians gathered at the Six Nations of the Grand River in Southern Ontario to discuss strategies for addressing the growing demand for Indigenous healers. It was the third gathering, with the previous two taking place on Manitoulin Island and in Rama in 2022. This gathering brought together healers and Indigenous physicians in meaningful dialogue to explore ways of collaborating on health issues, such as addiction. We invited participants to provide their perspectives on collaboration in this episode: Kevin Deer – Lead Cultural Advisor at First Nations Technical Institute Terri Debassige – M'Chigeeng First Nation Randy Trudeau – Artist, designer, and educator Dr. Annelind Wakegijig – Lead Physician at the Baawaating Family Health Team We would like to acknowledge the financial contributions to this podcast made by the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University and AMS Healthcare. Listen to the Two Row Medicine podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts amshealthcare.ca

Send us a textAhead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation next week, host Louie Butko was joined by artist and scholar Anong Migwans Beam, from the M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island, to discuss her new book "Carl Beam: Life & Work."The book, written about her father, is a timely tribute to the life and legacy of one of Canada's most groundbreaking Indigenous artists and activists who brought contemporary Indigenous art into the national spotlight.

Send us a textAfter years of court battles, the federal and provincial governments recently reached a $10-billion settlement with beneficiaries of the Robinson Huron Treaty. Simply put, members of those 21 First Nations in northern Ontario did not see an increase to annual treaty payments for nearly 150 years, even as wealth generated in their territory from mining, forestry and fishing sectors continued to grow. Earlier this month, the settlement money finally started flowing to individual beneficiaries — in many cases, more than $100,000 per person. For Scott Flamand, the payouts represent a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity — and he's been telling anyone who will listen to think hard about where to put all that newfound money. A member of Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, Flamand is a management consultant who specializes in personal finance and on-reserve housing. He joins Scott and Frisco for a fascinating conversation — not just for treaty beneficiaries, but for anyone looking to improve their money management skills. Also on the podcast this week: The countdown continues until we officially launch TorontoToday!

This week we meet a high school valedictorian in Sudbury, a family loses their home to fire on Manitoulin Island, a cartoonist in Sault Ste. Marie launches an art school, the Laurentian University track turns 50, and a conversation with future Olympic soccer player Chloe Lacasse. 

In this episode of the Third Eye Awakening podcast, I'm so excited to welcome Matthew Assiniwe on the show! Matthew is from Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation located on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario, Canada. In this episode, Matthew and I chat about some amazing, spontaneous, and intentional spiritual development experiences he's had over the years. We also chat about: -Matthew's spiritual awakening, healing journey & spiritual growth -facing dark energies -Matthew's relationship with spirituality and higher Self -healing through energy work and Akashic Readings -Anishinaabe culture and traditions to deepen spiritual practices and healing journey … and so much more! GET IN THE COSMIC ORACLE WORLD FREE Weekly Tarot & Akashic Guidance⁠ - Private Podcast

Conan talks to miner Brad from Manitoulin Island about efficient mine design, how deep Conan could bury himself, and which specific mining position Conan would be best suited for. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco.com/apply

Join Paul G with an interview with Mark Marsolais from Birch Bark Coffee!Mark is Ojibwe and a Band member of Whitefish River First Nation located on Birch Island, Ontario in the District of Manitoulin Island. As the proud founder of two First Nations-owned companies, IndiGenius and Associates Inc. and Birch Bark Coffee Company Inc., he is on a mission to make a difference in Indigenous people's lives across Canada. He is a firm believer that with self-determination and perseverance, he can make a difference through education and awareness across our nation.

Clifftop campingRemote wilderness destinationsArduous portagesClimbingDangerous animalsExtreme weatherThese are just some of the things you can run into at some of the camping locations we talk about in this episode.Support the showCONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD CAMPING:EMAIL: hi@supergoodcamping.comWEBSITE: www.supergoodcamping.comYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFDJbFJyJ5Y-NHhFseENsQINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/super_good_camping/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SuperGoodCampinFACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuperGoodCamping/ Support the show

You might remember Joe Pitawanakwat from a previous episode, Bneshiinyik, where he shared knowledge about how birds are named in the Anishinaabe language. Since we last spoke with him, Joe has been working on many projects to continue expanding and sharing Indigenous Knowledge.  In this episode, we tag along with him for one of those projects. Join us for a birding adventure on Manitoulin Island! Wikwemikong Tours offers an array of Indigenous Tourism experiences in the Manitoulin Island and Killarney Region. Their year-round services specialize in cultural tours and land-based learning experiences. Check them out!Get a copy of Joe's Anishinaabe bird name pamphlet here.Joseph Pitawanakwat is an Ojibwe knowledge keeper for ancestral knowledge of plants, medicine and language. He is from Wiikwemikoong First Nation on Manitoulin Island and he is the founder and director of Creator's Garden, an Indigenous outdoor, and now online, education-based business focused on plant identification, beyond-sustainable harvesting, and teaching every one of their linguistic, historical, cultural, edible, ecological and medicinal significance through experiences. He is uniquely blending and reinforcing that Indigenous knowledge with an array of western sciences.  @creators.garden on Instagram and Twitter. Mandaago Osawamick and Jack Rivers are cultural tour guides for Wikwemikong Tours. Andrea Gress (she/her) studied Renewable Resource Management at the University of Saskatchewan. She pivoted towards birds, after an internship in South Africa. Upon returning, she worked with Piping Plovers in Saskatchewan and now coordinates the Ontario Piping Plover Conservation Program for Birds Canada. Follow her work at @ontarioplovers

This is the final episode of my trip up North to Manitoulin Island. Check out the two previous episodes if you haven't already! We near the end of our trip and do a few things and try some more food! Dave King - Direct Satellite & Security in Kagawong The Grill & Chill Norm's Tent & Trailer - Unofficial Site 3 Cows & A Cone Tim Hortons - Little Current

This week some highlights from our remote broadcast in Moose Factory, the CEO of Argonaut Gold talks about northern Ontario's newest gold mine near Wawa, an update on the vineyards growing on Manitoulin Island, and a story from our archives about a man who was impaled on a tree.

Have you ever wondered what makes food appealing? What senses are activated when we taste something? This week we welcome, Marie Fitrion, food writer and program manager at Foodpreneur Lab; Ann Hui, Globe and Mail food writer and author of "Chop Suey Nation;" Joshna Maharaj, chef and author of "Take Back the Tray;" and Joseph Shawana, chef at ddcx Indigenous Kitchen on Manitoulin Island. Tonight, they discuss what goes into developing a palate and why people prefer the taste of some things more than others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fastest growing area of tourism in Canada is Indigenous focused. One third of visitors to Canada want an Indigenous experience. For insight on this tourism sector, that's sharing with non-Indigenous people across Ontario the food, culture, history, and traditions that have been practised on these lands for thousands of years, we welcome Kevin Eshkawkoga, president and CEO, Indigenous Tourism Ontario, from M'Chigeeng First Nation on Manitoulin Island; and Neil Debassige, a producer on Sportsman Channel Canada's hunting and fishing program, "Fuel the Fire TV."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Indigenous people water is more than just hydration. Water is alive and holds a spirit. Water is life. Stephanie Thorassie advocates for the Seal River Watershed, a pristine region in northern Manitoba, about 200 km west of Churchill. It is a vast area central to the Sayisi Dene people, who have served as its guardians for millenia. As the executive director of the Seal River Watershed Alliance Stephanie leads a partnership of four First Nations pushing to have the area designated an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area. In 2003, Anishnaabe Elder Josephine Mandamin took her first ceremonial water walk around Lake Superior. She wanted to share a message: the water is sick and people need to speak, love and fight for it. Following Mandamin's footsteps, Elder Shirley Williams, an Anishinaabe Elder from Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, along with her niece Elizabeth Osawamick have been organizing annual water walks around the Kawartha region of Ontario since 2010. Lawyer and activist Pamela Palmater created a documentary that warns: we must work together to save water – before it's too late. The short documentary is called Samqwan which means water in the Mi'kmaq language. Pam is a lawyer, professor, activist and author who wants to raise awareness around the threats to water - from pipelines to clear-cutting to water pollution.

This week a Catholic Bishop in the north responds to allegations of sexual abuse by some priests, we meet the mayor of Assiginack on Manitoulin Island, the Frog's Breath Foundation marks 25 years of supporting northern charities, and pro baseball player Dylan Rheault of Sudbury takes a swing at making it in business.

Oregano that Tastes Like Oregano!We find out how to grow great Oregano with Dave Hanson from The Grow Guide Podcast. (No more bland orgegano that tastes like...hay!)Why Now is a Great Time to Homestead Homesteader Steve Maxwell talks about his journey from suburban Toronto to a rural homestead on Manitoulin Island.He tells us why he think there's more opportunity than ever for homesteaders today. 

To learn more, please visit the website for Dr. Suzanne Evans.Show Notes:0:00 Suzanne Evans' hope for the legacy she is creating to tell and compel more women's stories1:35 Evans' degree in philopshy lead to teaching English in China2:30 Evans' writing themes are women in Canada and women in war and religion2:40 Canadian International Development Agency to organize educational briefings for Canadians going to work overseas4:00 PhD in religious studies4:40 martyrdom5:20 Palestinian mother/martyr6:00 Mothers of Heroes, Mothers of Martyrs: WWI and the Politics of Grief7:00 Silver Cross mother and its development 8:00 how soldiers of war were presented in the media 8:20 post-doctoral fellowship at the Canadian War Museum to study stories of Canadian women and war9:40 diary of WWI masseuse 10:00 study of physio-therapist in WWI and WWII11:40 occupational therapy, including basketweaving, for wounded WWI veterans12:30 Changi quilts made in Singapore's Changi jail overtaken by Japanese13:15 Ethel Mulvany's Starving Prisoners of War Cookbook14:45 research for The Taste of Longing: Ethel Mulvany and Her Starving Prisoners of War Cookbook22:20  couple housed by Mulvany 24:15 Museum on Manitoulin Island 27:45 Mulvany's suffering from bipolar disorder28:45 how women's stories from the war have been downgraded32:00 recommended reading: Freddy Bloom's Dear Philip: A Diary of Captivity, Changi, 1942-4532:35 Mary Thomas' In the Shadow of the Rising Sun32:35 P.C. B. Newington's Good Food33:45 record-keeping from the WWII era36:00 treatment of Mulvany for her mental illness 37:00 electric shock therapy without sedatives37:20 insulin therapy treatment in India38:15 War Claims Commission's medical records for Mulvany40:00 virtual feasts for book launch during pandemic43:15 use of propaganda in WWI and WWII45:40 upcoming cookbook project 46:10 Five Roses Enriched Floor Cookbook 49:00 Evans' definition of justice 50:00 Walter Allward's statue of justice52:45 Per Allward: "Through truth and justice, war might cease and peace would descend over the earth."53:20 Persons case in 1928 - Canada's Supreme Court denied women could be deemed “persons”; overturned by Judicial Privy Counsel 54:25 “justice is shifting in our time…I don't want my justice to be blindfolded; I want her to be far sighted so that she can see change and adapt.”Please share your comments and/or questions at stephanie@warfareofartandlaw.comTo hear more episodes, please visit Warfare of Art and Law podcast's website.To view rewards for supporting the podcast, please visit Warfare's Patreon page.To leave questions or comments about this or other episodes of the podcast and/or for information about joining the 2ND Saturday discussion on art, culture and justice, please message me at stephanie@warfareofartandlaw.com. Thanks so much for listening!© Stephanie Drawdy [2022]

What Stories Does the Land Hold? is a conversation series co-presented by the Center for Humans and Nature and The New School at Commonweal as part of the Center's Questions for a Resilient Future Series Across the world, Indigenous people share something in common: a connection to land and their Ancestral territories. This series of conversations spotlights a collection of Indigenous voices telling the stories of the land and its stories, connecting us to each other and to all of our relations. In this conversation, join Host Christine Luckasavitch with Dr. Amy Shawanda, an Odawa kwe is from Wikwemikong Unceded territory whose academic work is focused on Anishinaabe motherhood, specifically identifying the challenges, tensions, and strengths of incorporating traditional teachings and pedagogies in daily life. Amy and Christine will discuss the revitalization of Indigenous knowledges, unapologetically making space for Indigenous knowledges, and the realm of Indigenous health. Photo: Alyssa Bardy Photography Dr. Amy Shawanda Amy is an Odawa kwe from Wiikwemkoong, Manitoulin Island. She is a mother, auntie, student, and life-long learner of Anishinaabe cultural ways and Anishinaabemowin. Her research interests primarily lie within Anishinaabe thinking, being, doing, and connecting with the land. She has a specific focus on bringing Indigenous health knowledge into Western health care. Her first publication was with the Turtle Island Journal of Indigenous Health titled Baawaajige: Exploring Dreams as Academic References. She has diverse research interests that includes Indigenous pedagogies, research methods and methodologies, star knowledge, Dream Knowledges, history, and storytelling. Christine Luckasavitch Christine Luckasavitch is an Omàmìwininì Madaoueskarini Anishinaabekwe (a woman of the Madawaska River Algonquin people), belonging to the Crane Clan, and mixed settler heritage. Christine continues to live in Omàmìwininìaki, unceded Algonquin territory. Christine is the Owner/Executive Consultant of Waaseyaa Consulting and Waaseyaa Cultural Tours, two small businesses dedicated to reviving and celebrating Indigenous ancestral knowledge and culture-based practices through educational opportunities. She is the co-owner of Algonquin Motors, a woman-led motorcycle clothing company honouring the spirit of unceded Algonquin territory. She is currently writing her thesis to complete her Master of Arts in Indigenous Studies at Trent University. Christine is the former Executive Director of Native Land Digital, an Indigenous-led not-for-profit dedicated to providing a digital platform for Indigenous peoples to share knowledge about their Indigenous cultures, territories, and knowledge systems across the world. Her work is centered around creating spaces for Indigenous peoples to share their knowledges, both in physical and digital spaces, and encouraging the re-emergence of ancestral kinship ties. Find out more about The New School at Commonweal on our website: tns.commonweal.org. And like/follow our Soundcloud channel for more great podcasts.

Hosts Gregg Tilston and Karim Kanji welcome superstar Crystal Shawanda to the studio. Born in Wikwemikong First Nation, on Manitoulin Island, in Northern Ontario, Crystal was introduced to the blues by her eldest brother and to old-time country by her parents. “I was also into other styles of music that led me to the blues,” she says, citing everything from Elvis Presley's “Hound Dog,” written by Big Mama Thornton, to R&B-pop star Monica's “Misty Blue,” by Dorothy Moore. “I was one of those kids who read the liner notes,” Crystal says. “I wanted to know everything, who are the songwriters, the musicians, the producers, the engineers. I'm always wanting to know who are the originators, who are the mothers of invention, who inspired all of us? I'm a purist at heart, so I was always diving back to learn from the masters, like Etta James, as far as vocalists; Muddy Waters, as far as feeling; and Buddy Guy, as far as stylists who have a lot of swagger.” And yet Crystal's first foray as a professional singer was in country music, not blues. She was in her early 20s and had immediate success after signing a U.S. record deal with RCA Nashville. 2008's Dawn of a New Day, featuring the single “You Can Let Go,” reached No. 1 on the Canadian Country Album chart and No. 16 on the Billboard Top Country Albums, the highest charting album by a full-blooded Canadian Indigenous country artist (in the SoundScan-era).

Today we're going to talk about a little unknown creature to many of you, that some call the Water Panther. The Ojibwa call it  Mishipeshu. They say the entity lives near Michipicoten and Manitoulin Island in Lake Superior, and is often regarded as a symbol of the lake's power. Mishipeshu is able to cause storms, waves, and whirlpools. The water spirit as some call it travels through underwater tunnels, speaking in a roaring hiss that sounds like rushing water. Mishipeshu is an amalgamation of many different animal parts. Sort of like a Frankenstein's monster of all the animals you might find in the Great Lakes Region.  Some say Mishipeshu has the head and paws of an enormous cat, the horns of a bison, the scaly body of a snake (or the feathered body of a bird), a spiky back and tail, and any other number of contrasting characteristics.  Some say he is about the size of a lynx or mountain lion, others say he is unfathomably large.Don't forget to get in on our new sticker giveaway only on Instagram. Follow us and follow the instructions to get your entry.  Merch store- https://indigenoustales.threadless.com/Email us at info@behillnetwork.com Also check out our Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/indigenous_tales/And our TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@indigenous_talesAmanda Bland Dallas area Bakeryinstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cupidsweetsbakes/Cupid Sweets- https://www.facebook.com/cupidsweets

Crystal Shawanda is a gifted, inspiring artist who's been singing her heart out her whole life. She got her start in music as a kid growing up in the Wiikwemkoong First Nation on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, and as a teenager, she followed her dreams all the way to Music City: Nashville, Tennessee. She quickly scored a house gig at one of Nashville's most storied honky-tonks, really paid her dues, and wound up signing with RCA Records, the legendary label which has been home to musical giants from Hank Snow to Elvis Presley. With her RCA debut, Crystal became the first Indigenous artist ever to enter the top 20 on Billboard's Country Albums Chart; she had truly arrived as a hitmaking major-label country music recording artist. But that's when she felt her artistic voice pulling her down another path. About a decade ago, she branched off to form her own label, and pursued a new journey as an original blues artist. Since that time, she's become a multiple Juno Award winner, a global force on the blues scene, and a role model for Indigenous artists everywhere. In this episode, we caught up with the incomparable Crystal Shawanda in the midst of a months-long tour, in a rare moment that found her briefly back in her old stomping grounds on Manitoulin Island. She opens up about her heartfelt new album Midnight Blues, out on True North Records September 30th, 2022; influences from Hank Williams to Howlin' Wolf, from Buffy Sainte-Marie to Celine Dion; how despite despair, intergenerational trauma, and loss, music has the power to bring freedom, connection and hope; and how her path, which has taken her from the First Nation where she grew up, to Nashville, and now to the global blues stage, has brought her closer to her roots and her home community than ever.

This week... the KED is dead (Sudbury's plan for a new arena is shelved), because of vandalism Sudbury's fleet of accessible transit vans is grounded, we look at violence in hospitals, plans for a turtle-shaped building on Manitoulin Island, the popularity of bouldering near Elliot Lake, and we meet at 93-year-old blueberry picker.

Bonnie Kogos (Post War Generation, 82 years old), well-established, award-winning journalist and author, joins Yo to discuss her third book The Boat That Brings You Home and how her passion for writing evolved. During this episode we explore the following questions with Bonnie: · When did she first start writing? · What does she like about writing? · Who influenced her as a writer? · Any obstacles she had to overcome? · What would you tell young writers? We hope you'll enjoy this episode and laugh a little as Bonnie shares her enthusiasm and joy! Here's a link to her book, The Boat That Brings You Home. Other books mentioned: · Manitoulin Adventures: I Was Mistaken for a Rich, Red, Ripe Tomato Paperback · Sol Stein on Writing · Filling the Arc by Ann Elizabeth Carson · We All Become Stories by Ann Elizabeth Carson Also mentioned was being Rachel Brumberger's guest on the UnscRxipted podcast – her amazing podcast is dedicated to health and wellness. She offers us real talk, deep love and medicine in a new way. She zeros in and explores who we are when we're not well. Together we discussed work, health care, retirement and more. Hope you'll check our episode out! More about Bonnie: Bonnie is a proud New Yorker! She has sailed from St. Thomas to Grenada into ports on 26 Caribbean Islands, which has given her the background and experience, allowing her to inspect and learn the charm of each island. She has published her own Zenith Travel newsletter and two well-received books. Her features and articles have appeared in Travel Weekly, Travel Agent Magazine, and The Manitoulin Expositor. She has been a regular newspaper columnist for 31 years with The Sudbury Star, in Ontario, Canada. She has sailed around the North Channel of Lake Huron, from the ports of Little Current and Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island for many summers. Ways you can contact Bonnie: eMail BonnieKogos@gmail.com Website: www.BonnieKogos.com Ways to reach Yo: eMail yo@yocanny.com Public FB group: Girl, Take the Lead! https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: https://www.instagram.com/yocanny LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

This week... a Sudbury man shares his plan to swim around Manitoulin Island, the Laurentian University Senate holds a heated debate, Sudbury's downtown master plan turns ten, a couple of first-time homebuyers in Sudbury talk about the high cost of homes, we hear about the "epic" maple syrup crop, and a Sudbury girl wins the regional spelling bee.

In this episode, Michael Kirkby speaks with Executive Director of ADRA Canada, Steve Matthews, and Daniel Saugh, the Canadian Programs  Manager, about the ongoing partnership that ADRA Canada has with the First Nations community of Wiikwemkoong (Wiky for short), located on Manitoulin Island in Ontario.  Just returning from a visit to Manitoulin, the three discuss the COVID-19 emergency response that ADRA is doing in the community as well as the assistance that ADRA is providing to the highly effective, Outdoor Adventure Leadership Experience program that Wiky provides for their youth.

"You have to be honest. Not a lot of people are going to respect your story. Not a lot of people are going to like your story. But what they are going to respect is your truth and your honesty. So if anything, just be honest and make sure your truth is your strength and not your dysfunction."Jonathan Peltier is an opioid survivor who now works in helping people come through drug and alcohol addiction as a reintegration worker in the Wikwemikong Justice Program, in the Wikwemikong Unceded Territory on Manitoulin Island, in northern Ontario. Jonathan spent decades addicted to opioids. It had crippling effects on his own health, his life and his family. In this moving and thoughtful interview, Jonathan takes us through his descent into addiction, the impact that had, and his own journey to recovery, the importance of First Nations traditions and ceremony in doing that, and helping others to follow his path.***Please note: Dr Alfred Nkut, who is mentioned in this interview, was found guilty in 2013 of defrauding the Ontario Health Insurance Plan of $800,000 and, in a separate trial, of sexual assault. He was facing a hearing over allegations of professional misconduct with the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons later that year, when he passed away.For more on the work of Thunderbird Partnership Foundation, please visit our website www.thunderbirdpf.orgYou can find us on social media by searching for ThunderbirdPFOur theme music is by Courtney Riley, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation.Mino Bimaadiziwin is produced by David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions and the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation.

"We are naturally outdoors people and getting that understanding and learning our history and our culture about all of the traditional medicine, the history of our land, our teachings, hunting, all of those areas that have been proven to be effective in mental health and addictions, this has been very impactful in our First Nations community."Our guest this episode is Tim Ominika, Deputy Chief of the Wiikwemkoong First Nation on Manitoulin Island, and the new Stakeholder Coordinator at the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation.In this fascinating and engaging conversation, host Sherry Huff and Tim discuss his work at ground level, combatting opioid and methamphetamine use, including making sure his community had health care workers and doctors willing to embrace traditional healing methods and ceremony, the importance of using a community based approach instead of just focusing on the individual, the role of connecting with the land in overcoming addiction, and more.For more on the work of Thunderbird Partnership Foundation, please visit our website www.thunderbirdpf.organd you can find us on social media by searching for ThunderbirdPFOur theme music is by Courtney Riley, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation.Mino Bimaadiziwin is produced by David McGuffin of Explore Podcast Productions and the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation.

In this conversation Gerrilynn Manitowabi, Associate Director at Wikwemikong Health Centre on Manitoulin Island in Northern Ontario and Nancy Young, Senior Scientist at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute in Ottawa discuss The ACHWM Research Project- A culturally relevant tech-enabled tool that measures and supports the health and wellness of the children in First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities in Canada. If you would like more information on key people and items mentioned in this conversation here are some links to get you started.  Stephen Richie, Linkedin: Stephen-ritchie-08aa113  Mary Jo Wabano, @MJWabano  ACHWM- https://achwm.ca/ CHEO- https://www.cheo.on.ca/en/index.aspx.  Wikwemikong Health Centre- https://www.wikyhealth.ca/ Medicine Wheels- https://www.edcan.ca/articles/teaching-by-the-medicine-wheel/

On this episode of 'the Nostalgic Vagabond' podcast, I have two guests on to chat. And these two guests are zooming-in from two different locations on either side of Canada. Today's guests are Matt Sebastian and Shaun McCord.  Matt and Shaun are a cycling partnership. Together, they crossed the whole country of Canada, east to west. More or less. Shaun is from the west coast and Matt is from western-ish Canada but their journey together started on the eastern side of Canada, in a hostel in Halifax, Nova Scotia many years ago.  In conversation, we talk about whose crazy idea (10:50) it was initially to attempt such a daring adventure to cycle from the eastern tip of Canada, all the way to the west coast.  As with any trip, there are fears that have to be considered (15:35) and how these might be overcome. We talk about the unique route (18:50) that Matt and Shaun ended up taking and some of the picturesque vistas (28:50) they passed through, notably Manitoulin Island on Lake Huron.  On a mega-long trip, such as this one, there will always be those inevitable scary moments (39:20) but I was caught off guard by what Shaun and Matt had to say about witnessing an awful racism encounter one evening in Manitoba. But on a more positive note, Matt Sebastian's life changed on this trip as he met his now-wife en route (44:50) in Ottawa.  With so many weeks on the highways together I was curious to hear what Shaun and Matt experienced once they had finally reached the finish line (48:00), so to speak. I was confident that both Matt and Shaun would have comments about how this epic road trip - by peddle power - was life-changing (51:00) with countless opportunities for personal growth. And I didn't expect such heartfelt comments from both guys saying how much their riding buddy meant to the trip and their relationship in general... Enjoy.   Shaun wanted me to make a note that he made a mistake about cultural greetings during the "Fav 4" at (56:20) and he actually texted me the correction, "Miigetwetch is not a Cree greeting expression, it is an Ojibwa word which means - thank you." Cheers Shaun :)     A big thanks to Tom Forfar for creating the title tracks for the podcast series. And, any comments or feedback feel free to email the_n_v@yahoo.com

When starting out selling work as a maker or artist the usual route is to sell your work on your own at a market or online shop. Next you might be considering looking to have your work for sale in stores. This is normally done either by selling things on consignment or having the shop buy from you at wholesale (Episode 1 covers wholesaling your work).Today I welcome my friend Bridget Saprong to the podcast. Bridget is the owner, manager, and curator of The Mutchmor, a beautiful gallery and cafe on Manitoulin Island. The gallery is filled with interesting artwork and handmade goods by local artists and beautiful items sourced from abroad. I have sold my artwork though The Mutchmor for many years and thought Bridget would be the perfect person to chat with about this topic because - she does this very well.Subscribe / Leave a ReviewHave you subscribed to my podcast? If not, I'd recommend you do it now so you don't miss an episode. The line-up for the coming year looks amazing and without subscribing you'll likely miss out on them.Want to share a little love for the Podcast? That would certainly make my day. Please leave a review on itunes. These reviews help other makers and creative folks find and connect with the podcast plus they are just wonderful for me to read. Thank you SO much.In this episode we cover:+What makes a good shop owner / maker relationship+Expectations for both the shop owner and maker+How and when to approach a shop or gallery