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Notes from the field: Saskatchewan Whooping Cranes
RCGS Travel Ambassador Carol Patterson recounts her experience observing these legendary birds on a Canadian Geographic Adventure
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The Crooked Bush: Saskatchewan’s botanical phenomenon
How a mutant grove of trees is adding mystery to the prairies
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The land holds memories
“All the mischiefs humans and the universe are capable of inflicting on an ecosystem have conspired to attack the prairies.”
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Leroy and Leroy: There’s always something to do
Episode 36
We sit down with “Leroy in front of the camera” to discuss the road-tripping comedy duo’s meteoric rise on TikTok and where they’re headed next
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7 cool places to learn about dinosaurs in Canada
If you’ve got a dinosaur-obsessed child — or a keen interest in paleontology yourself — add these fascinating museums and experiences to your travel bucket list
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Elder Norman Fleury – The history of the Michif language
Episode 5
The author of the Michif Dictionary takes us on a deep dive into the history of the Michif language from its earliest roots in the fur trade up to the present day
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Chef Jenni Lessard: Learning Michif through traditional and contemporary food
Episode 4
One of Canada’s leading chefs and Indigenous food experts on why making traditional Métis foods, including the harvesting of local ingredients, helps contribute to the preservation of the Michif language and identity
- 38 minutes
People & Culture
Calvin Racette – Losing the Michif language
Episode 3
Elder Calvin Racette explores language loss and its impact on the Métis community
- 36 minutes
People & Culture
Andrea Menard: Promoting the Michif language through art
Episode 2
Award-winning Métis singer, songwriter, performer, actor, and writer Andrea Menard explores how she is working to promote the use of Michif language, teachings, and worldview through her own contemporary artistic practice
- 31 minutes
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Michif history, language and culture, featuring Russell Fayant
Episode 1
A leading Michif language and culture educator shares why the language of the Métis matters
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4 of the best spas in Canada to warm up in this winter
Things are heating up at these four scenic spa retreats
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A Saskatchewan road trip in search of whooping cranes
In the mid-20th century, the elusive birds numbered in the dozens. Thanks to decades of conservation efforts, they appear to be making a comeback.
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4 of the best spots for stargazing in Western Canada
Astronomer and author Alan Dyer shares his favourite places in Alberta and Saskatchewan to escape the city lights and take in the wonders of the night sky
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Birding opportunities in Saskatchewan
“Star man” Stan Shadick showcases earthly attractions
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Louis Riel: Hero, heretic, nation builder
A celebration of the real Louis Riel, Métis leader and Manitoba founder, on the 150th anniversary of the Red River Resistance and the 175th of his birth
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Inside the Saskatchewan grocery store that still trades furs
Robertson Trading Co. in La Ronge is a living museum to northern Saskatchewan’s storied past
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2018: The year in travel
Our favourite travel experiences of 2018 — and where we’re headed in 2019
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