Les minéraux

In this first episode, Shanipiap talks about dreams. Dreams greatly influenced the daily life of the Innu. They believed that the songs were messages sent by the Great Spirit. In a second time, Bruno and Katherine inform us that innu, cree and micmac languages ??are disappearing. They tell us about the importance of preserving one&…

The menu of Montagnais has evolved according to the times. Before the arrival of the flour, she ate mostly game and fish. Subsequently, the trading posts made it possible to buy tea, sugar, animal fats and, of course, precious flour. In a second time, Shanipiap makes us discover the medicinal virtues of tea. It also teaches us to cook…

In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about heroes! First, she tells us the story of this mythical hero who protected the Montagnais. And then she tells us about the famous Sitting Bull, a leader who wanted peace and freedom for his people. A pacific, Sitting Bull has spent his entire life seeking common ground between white people and…

In this episode, Shanipiap tells us that there are a lot of ingenious ideas that are of aboriginal origin. Great ideas and inventions that we still apply in our daily lives. What about snowshoes, toboggan, moccasins, popcorn and above all, delicious maple syrup!

Transportation has played a major role in most Native American cultures in Canada. In this episode, we discuss their origin and the materials used for their making. Shanipiap tells us about her grandfather who worked for the Hudson's Bay Company, the oldest trading company in the country (founded in 1670). She explains the…

In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about the Montagnais family. As it was a nomadic people, the organization was paramount to them. Each member had to play his role in the daily routine. In a second time, Katherine tells us about the holidays and explains us that, for the Innu community, the celebrations are revealing of the great…

In this episode, Shanipiap talks about fashion. The first clothes of the aboriginal were warm and comfortable, totally adapted to the cold climate. Then, Katherine and Bruno discuss the influence of the aboriginal fashion. A fashion who uses a lot of natural materials.

Shanipiap explains that music is a very effective way to convey the traditions of the Innu community. That's why, every generation of Montagnais has been sharing the love of music with the youngest. Bruno and Katherine introduce us to various musical instruments.

In this episode, Shanipiap introduces us to traditional First Nations medicine. She tells us that before Europeans arrive, First Nations have their own herbal medicine. A number of people are interested today.

Sports have always been important for Montagnais. Shanipiap explains that they help develop the coordination and skills needed for hunting. Then, Bruno and Katherine are proudly introducing contemporary Aboriginal athletes. They also present several sports that have Aboriginal roots.

In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about the origins of the Aboriginal and European fur trade, as well as the creation of the Hudson's Bay Company and the North West Company.

Fishing is an important livelihood, as well as hunting and trapping for the Innu community. In this episode, Shanipiap describes all the varieties of fish caught by the Innu. Bruno and Katherine also introduce us to the different baits and fishing techniques used by the Montagnais.

For millennia, hunting has been one of the most noble activities of the First Nations. Shanipiap explains how important it is in Aboriginal culture. Hunting has not only helped to feed families, but to spiritually unite animals and humans. As for Bruno and Katherine, they talk about endangered species in Canada and the ban on hunting…

Caribou have been in the Aboriginal world for hundreds of years. In this episode, Shanipiap, Bruno and Katherine prsent the characteristics of this symbolic animal and the role it played in the survival of the Innu people.

In this episode, Shanipiap presents the elements that made up the village in the past. She is showing us the different types of homes and describes how each was adapted to the lifestyle and environment of Aboriginal people.

Territory is very important for the Montagnais. In the past, it was huge and many nations shared it. However, since the arrival of Europeans, it has shrunk dramatically. In this episode, Shanipiap, Bruno and Katherine locate the places where natives still keep their customs, their traditions and their language alive.

Aboriginal people were often inspired by their way of life to make their toys. In this episode, Shanipiap, Bruno and Katherine present us several games and traditional toys.

In this episode, Shanipiap, Bruno, and Katherine talk about Aboriginal craftsmanship, a tradition old of many hundreds years. We will learn how the Montagnais practice crafts to make clothes, jewels, baskets, canoes and many other beautiful objects.

The First Nations people are the oldest people on Canadian lands. It contains about 55 nations speaking related, but different languages. These are the called the aboriginal nations. Shanipiap, Bruno and Katherine show us how a nation can be defined by its language and territory. In addition, Shanipiap tells us the origin, history and…

In this episode, Shanipiap explains that when two Aboriginal nations became allies, they exchanged a symbolic object that confirmed their union. This episode deals with a universal theme of friendship!

In this episode, Shanipiap tells us about openness to the world. She also tells us how the arrival of colonizing peoples changed the territory, the language and the culture of Aboriginal peoples. Bruno and Katherine give us examples of Aboriginal communities that continue to struggle to maintain their identity.

Whether it's raining, snowing or the sunny, Indigenous peoples had to tame the weather to survive. This episode shows us how the weather influenced the entire way of life of Aboriginal peoples.

For the last episode, Shanipiap, Katherine and Bruno remember the best moments they lived throughout the season.