Boarding School Experiences with Demus McDonald

Where is St. Michael’s Boarding School?  What years has it been open? Why were people punished for speaking indigenous languages in the boarding schools in the past? Why were students not allowed to pray in their traditional language? What was the goal of the boarding schools in the past? Have I ever attended a school…

Hopes for the Future with Arlene Wadsworth

Why are drugs becoming more of a problem in some places? In what ways do drugs and alcohol destroy families? How might law enforcement help to curb the problems of drugs in communities? Has my family been impacted negatively by someone using drugs?  What happened? Have I ever witnessed drug or alcohol addiction destroy a…

Don’t Waste Anything with Arlene Wadsworth

Why was food hard to come by in the past?  Where did people get it before there were stores and restaurants? Why would it be especially important to not waste anything during these times? When did things become more easily accessible? Do I know where the food I eat comes from?  Where does it come…

Grandkids with Arlene Wadsworth

Why did people have to haul water with a sled in the past?  Where did they get it?  What did they haul it in? What are kerosene lamps? Why were kerosene lamps needed in the past? Is there someone in my life that has told me about what life was like long ago?  What do…

The Land with Arlene Wadsworth

Why is it important to take care of the land? What are the animals that live in this area? What are examples of plants that live in this area? How do I take care of the land I live on?  What are some examples?  Is it important to me?  Why or why not? Do I…

The Importance of Elders with Dusty Olson

Who are the Elders in the community where I live? How is someone designated as an Elder? In what ways were many Elders impacted by boarding schools? Who are Elders in my life that I rely on for wisdom and advice?  How did I come to know the Elders in my life?  Do they mostly…