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Exciting news: the application deadline has been extended to October 31, 2024! Join our board of directors and lead the charge with our exciting 2-channel offering: APTN (English and French programming) and APTN Languages (Indigenous language programming).  Apply today and be part of the transformative journey with APTN! Visit https://lnkd.in/eK7zpBr8 for all the details on the application process and to learn more about APTN's impactful role in the Canadian broadcasting industry. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for First Nations, Inuit, or Métis individuals interested in pursuing a career in journalism. APTN News and the Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) are partnering with Journalists for Human Rights to offer six fellowship positions as part of the Growing Indigenous Storytellers Program. If you are passionate about sharing stories from your community and have an interest in writing for online or television, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. For more information, please visit https://lnkd.in/gPhereGd. If you have any questions or would like to speak with someone before applying, please feel free to email canadian.programs@jhr.ca.

Joignez-vous à nous aujourd’hui pour la quatrième Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation. APTN, CBC/Radio-Canada et le Centre national pour la vérité et la réconciliation s’associent pour organiser « Se souvenir des enfants », un rassemblement commémoratif de 90 minutes sur la Colline parlementaire, sur le territoire non cédé de la Nation algonquine Anishinaabe à 15h00 (HE) Animé par Earl Wood et Danielle Rochette, cet événement significatif présentera des réflexions personnelles de survivant·e·s, ainsi que de puissantes prestations de Tom Jackson, Andrina Turenne et Jessica McMann. Les participant·e·s sont invité·e·s à apporter une paire de chaussures pour enfant qui sera déposée sur le devant de la scène, en hommage symbolique aux enfants autochtones qui ne sont jamais rentrés à la maison. Après l’événement, toutes les chaussures seront données à des organisations caritatives. Pour plus d’informations, visitez www.aptntv.ca/ndtr.

Join us today for the fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). APTN, CBC/Radio-Canada and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation come together to host “Remembering the Children” —a 90-minute commemorative gathering at Parliament Hill, on the unceded, unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation at 3:00pm (ET). Attend in person or tune in to APTN & APTN Languages for the live broadcast in English and Plains Cree at 3:00pm (ET)/12:00pm (PT), with a French broadcast airing later at 6:00pm (ET)/3:00pm (PT) on APTN. Additionally, APTN National News will provide live streaming of the event in English, French, and Plains Cree. Supported by Patrimoine canadien -- Canadian Heritage, Remembering the Children: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is dedicated to honouring residential school Survivors, paying tribute to the children who were lost, and creating a space for reconciliation and healing. Hosted by Earl Wood and Danielle Rochette, this meaningful event will feature personal reflections from Survivors, along with powerful performances by Tom Jackson, Andrina Turenne, and Jessica McMann. Visit www.aptntv.ca/ndtr/ for more info. #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #TruthandReconciliation #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #NDTR

Plus qu’une semaine avant « Se souvenir des enfants : Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation »! Chaque jour est l'occasion de reconnaître l'impact des pensionnats au Canada et d'honorer les survivant·e·s, leurs familles et les communautés qui continuent de subir des traumatismes intergénérationnels. Il existe de nombreuses façons de participer à cette journée de commémoration et de réconciliation. Pour plus d’informations, visitez https://lnkd.in/gq_yCUC2.

“Remembering the Children: National Day For Truth & Reconciliation” is only a week away! Every day is an opportunity to acknowledge the impact of residential schools in Canada and honour the survivors, their families, and the communities that continue to experience intergenerational trauma. There are many ways to participate in this day of remembrance and reconciliation. Visit https://lnkd.in/gq_yCUC2 for more info. #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay #TruthandReconciliation #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #NDTR

What a great afternoon celebrating APTN's 25th anniversary. Thank you TMX Group for hosting our celebration. Here's to another 25 years and more to come.

CALL FOR NEW BOARD MEMBERS. Are you seeking an opportunity to guide, shape and influence a world leader in Indigenous media? Have the skills and dedication to serve at the national board level? Join our board and lead the charge with our exciting 2-channel offering: APTN (English and French programming) and APTN Languages (Indigenous language programming).  Apply today and be part of the transformative journey with APTN!  Interested candidates can apply for a board position by visiting https://lnkd.in/eK7zpBr8 before October 18, 2024. Here, you will find detailed information about the application process and the impactful role APTN plays in the Canadian broadcasting industry.

Twenty-five Years: And It's Just the Beginning! APTN has been at the forefront of putting Indigenous Peoples in the limelight over the past 25 years. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we can't help but look back and cheer for a quarter-century of amazing storytelling and cultural appreciation. We've been shining a spotlight on the vibrant voices and rich traditions of Indigenous communities, proving every step of the way that our heritage and languages are important and worth honouring. Thank you for being part of our story for the last 25 years, and we hope you continue tuning in. We have many exciting plans in the works and can't wait to share what's coming next! Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wMfrl

This fall at APTN, get ready for some awesome new and returning shows that will keep you hooked. In September, fans can look forward to the return of favourite shows like Secret History: Women Warriors, the fourth season of Chuck and the First Peoples' Kitchen, and the premiere of a new series, Wild Rose Vets. These programs continue to showcase the vibrant cultures and unique experiences of Indigenous communities from coast to coast to coast. But wait, there's more! APTN will premiere Star Wars (Anangong Miigaading), A New Hope, for the first time. The epic saga will be told in Anishinaabemowin on Sunday, October 13, on both APTN and APTN Languages, with streaming available on Disney+. This exciting event marks a new hope for the continuation and celebration of Indigenous languages across Turtle Island. What are you most excited about? 🍿🤔 Visit www.aptntv.ca/fall/ to find out more.