APTN News InFocus

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Indigenous Peoples

Indigenous Rights

Bill C-5

First Nations

Canada

Nunavut

Residential Schools

Winnipeg

APTN

Indigenous Journalism

Alberta

Indigenous Peoples In Canada

Treaty Rights

Assembly Of First Nations

APTN Nouvelles Nationale

Truth and Reconciliation Commission

British Columbia, Canada

DRIPA

Cannabis Act

Nova Scotia

APTN News InFocus explores the stories and issues affecting Indigenous Peoples through expert interviews and meaningful conversations. Hosted by reporter Cierra Bettens, each episode offers unique insights and context from people who know the stories best.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	230	Founded	9 years ago
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'Absurd distraction': The Indian Act and Wab Kinew

On this edition of APTN News InFocus: Why discussions surrounding the Indian Act seemingly came out of the blue.

Chair in Indigenous Governance at Toronto Metropolitan University Pam Palmater and McGill Indigenous Relations Initiative Faculty chair... more

6 Nov 2026 • 56 min

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U.S. midterms: What's at stake for Indigenous communities?

On this edition of APTN News InFocus: the U.S. midterm elections and what the results could mean for Indigenous communities.

Pawnee and Ponca lawyer Brett Chapman and Shoshone-Bannock journalist and ICT founding editor Mark Trahant join the show to... more

30 Oct 2026 • 32 min • Most popular

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Alberta separatism: What did the referendum reveal?

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, Cierra Bettens looks back at Alberta's referendum on separation from Canada and what the results mean for First Nations in the province.

APTN News video journalist Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs joins the show to sha... more

23 Oct 2026 • 43 min

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B.C. Election: DRIPA, the environment and what's at stake for voters

On this edition of APTN News InFocus, guest host Dennis Ward looks at the early election call in British Columbia and what's at stake for voters.

Candidates Leah Ballantyne of the NDP, Anna Mary McKenzie of the Green Party and Conservative incumben... more

16 Oct 2026 • 32 min

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Recent Guests

Brett Chapman

Pawnee and Ponca lawyer.

Episode: U.S. midterms: What's at stake for Indigenous communities?

Mark Trahant

Shoshone-Bannock journalist and founding editor of Indian Country Today.

Indian Country Today

Episode: U.S. midterms: What's at stake for Indigenous communities?

Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs

APTN video journalist based in Yellowknife.

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Episode: Alberta separatism: What did the referendum reveal?

Danielle Paradis

Red River Métis journalist and co-host and producer of Separation Anxiety: The Alberta Referendum.

Separation Anxiety: The Alberta Referendum

Episode: Alberta separatism: What did the referendum reveal?

Leah Ballantyne

Cree lawyer and NDP candidate for Abbotsford South

BC NDP

Episode: B.C. Election: DRIPA, the environment and what's at stake for voters

Anna Mary McKenzie

Cree journalist, advocate and Green Party candidate for Nanaimo

Green Party of British Columbia

Episode: B.C. Election: DRIPA, the environment and what's at stake for voters

Aaliya Warbus

Conservative incumbent and candidate for Chilliwack Cultus Lake

BC Conservatives

Episode: B.C. Election: DRIPA, the environment and what's at stake for voters

Jesse Staniforth

APTN's online reporter in Montreal

APTN News InFocus

Episode: Alberta separatism: Could Quebec offer a lesson for First Nations?

Niigaan Sinclair

Professor at University of Manitoba; regular panelist on Truth and Politics segment of APTN National News

University of Manitoba

Episode: Truth before reconciliation: Fighting denialism with facts

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Savannah Kelly

Co-host of APTN News Answers

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings

A must listen!
A much look forward to part of my week that helps me feel more in touch with the Indigenous angle of the news cycle
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Happygirl5
Canada2 years ago
Amazing
Great conversation.
Apple Podcasts
5
D Fuss
Australia5 years ago
found searching “boushie”
Amazing podcast. I finished the CBC Boushie podcast and then came across this one with the search, this show should be front and center on CBC or get way more exposure nationally. Perfect for a white boy like me to hear things less white washed.
Apple Podcasts
5
The Quare Fellow
Canada8 years ago
Good topics Great show
Looks at a variety of topics that impact the lives of everyday indigenous people - the the concerns, the controversies and the cures.
Apple Podcasts
5
Kenyack
Canada9 years ago

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U.S. midterms: What's at stake for Indigenous communities?

Q: What policies under the Trump administration have had a significant impact on Indigenous communities?

Trahant points to canceled funding for solar conversion projects, opposition to moving away from fossil fuels, and efforts that make voting access more difficult.

U.S. midterms: What's at stake for Indigenous communities?

Q: What do you think has contributed to this uptick?

Chapman attributes the increase in Indigenous candidates to the impact of Sharice Davids and Deb Haaland winning congressional seats in 2018, as well as stronger recruiting efforts.

Alberta separatism: What did the referendum reveal?

Q: Do you think this process changed Albertans' understanding of treaty rights?

Paradis says the referendum did not require voters to think deeply about treaty rights or First Nations sovereignty. She hopes it prompted some people to consider Indigenous land rights, but says public education remains a long-term effort.

Alberta separatism: What did the referendum reveal?

Q: What did you hear from First Nations the day following the election, once it became clear that the majority of electors voted no to a separation referendum?

Leaders welcomed the result as a victory but stressed that the work continues. They remain concerned about racism, the provincial government's court appeal, the cost of the referendum and strained relationships, and are seeking healing and accountability.

B.C. Election: DRIPA, the environment and what's at stake for voters

Q: Your party is, party leaders promising to repeal DRIPA. I guess just your thoughts on that.

Aaliya Warbus says she supports finding a different framework, arguing that DRIPA does not adequately address overlapping title claims, legal complexity and the needs of economic development.

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What is APTN News InFocus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers Indigenous issues through in-depth interviews with journalists, policymakers, lawyers, activists, and researchers. Episodes frequently explore Indigenous laws, governance, land rights, justice reform, environmental stewardship, and policy debates in Canada, often tying local cases to broader national implications. The format tends to mix on-the-ground perspectives with expert analysis, yielding actionable context for understanding complex topics and current events. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-profile guests from Indigenous communities, government, and academia, plus a clear focus on accountability, sovereignty, and practical outcomes for communities and policy. Potential listeners include policy profes... more

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2. Mark Trahant
3. Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs
4. Danielle Paradis
5. Leah Ballantyne
6. Anna Mary McKenzie
7. Aaliya Warbus
8. Jesse Staniforth

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