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ABOUT US
APTN National News delivers the news of the day and provides a more in-depth look at the issues facing Aboriginal communities in Canada and around the world. Be sure to tune into APTN National News for news that not only informs, but inspires.

You can count on the APTN News team to bring you more comprehensive coverage of the stories that matter to you.
ANCHORS +
Host/ProducerTodd
Lamirande
Todd is a former reporter and video journalist who currently co-hosts APTN National News. He first joined APTN in July 2000 and is a proud member of the Métis Nation.
Host/ReporterPatrice
Mousseau
Of Ojibway/Métis descent, Patrice is co-host of APTN National News. She has extensive broadcast experience including Aboriginal Voices Radio, CBC and Dex TV.
PRODUCERS +
Assistant Executive Producer Naomi
Clarke
A member of the Sagkeeng First Nation, Naomi has been with APTN since 2000, tackling a variety of jobs from researcher to reporter, to live event producer.
Executive Producer - East Mark
Blackburn
Mark has a strong background in journalism. Over the last 10 years he has worked as a reporter, investigative reporter, host/producer, chase producer and producer.
Executive Producer - North Mark
Solnoky
Line Producer Bruce
Spence
Bruce has been a member of the APTN News team since its inception in February 2000. A Cree member of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation, he has over 30 years experience as a journalist.
National Assignment Editor Murray
Oliver
A seasoned journalist for over 14 years, Murray’s experience includes time as a foreign correspondent and Bureau Chief for CTV in Africa and Iraq, an investigative journalist at CBC, and a freelance writer for numerous print outlets and radio stations.
REPORTERS / VIDEO JOURNALISTS +
Iqaluit Bureau Kent
Driscoll
Kent is an award-winning journalist who covers the north for APTN National News. He has also worked for CKIQ-FM in Iqaluit and as a reporter for Nunavut News North.
Iqaluit Bureau Wayne
Rivers
Wayne joined APTN in 2009 after graduating from Confederation College. After an internship, he was hired as a summer student and later as a full time reporter in Iqaluit where he is now based.
Halifax Bureau Jodie
Barnaby
A M'gmaq from Listuguj, Quebec, Jodie is a graduate of the Bachelor of Journalism program at the University of King's College in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Halifax Bureau James
Hopkins
An Ojibway member of the Wikwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve, James has a Journalism Diploma from Cambrian College and is completing his studies toward a B.A. in Communications Studies at Laurentian University.
Montreal Bureau Danielle
Rochette
Danielle Rochette joined the APTN News team in August 2004 as a Reporter and Quebec Correspondent.
Ottawa Bureau Annette
Francis
Annette joined APTN's Ottawa Bureau in January 2008. She is a proud Ojibway member of Alderville First Nation in Ontario.
Ottawa Bureau Nigel
Newlove
Originally from Iqaluit, Nigel put his TV broadcasting and journalism training to work for the CBC and Eye Steel Film before joining APTN.
Toronto Bureau Wayne
Roberts
Wayne has a diploma in Aboriginal Film and Television from Capilano College and has worked with CTV First Story in Vancouver and CBC Radio One in Prince George, British Columbia. He has roots in three nations - Haida, Tsimshian and Salish.
Toronto Bureau Donna
Smith
A member of Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation in Ontario, Donna graduated from journalism school in 1999. She started at APTN in 2002. An experienced producer and anchor, Donna is currently a reporter/correspondent.
Winnipeg Bureau Priscilla
Wolf
Priscilla is a Cree member from the Mistawasis First Nation in Saskatchewan. She has over five years experience working as a reporter and host.
Saskatoon Bureau Larissa
Burnouf
Larissa Burnouf has been a reporter/correspondent for the Saskatoon Bureau since 2009. She spent five years as a reporter/on-air personality with MBC Radio, Saskatchewan’s Aboriginal radio network, and has been involved in the music industry, including several years as a DJ.
Edmonton Bureau Noemi
Lopinto
After attending Concordia University’s Bachelor of Journalism program, Noemi wrote for various Montreal print outlets, as well as CBC Montreal and Radio Centre-Ville. In 2005, she joined the Edmonton Journal. She has been with APTN since October 2009.
Vancouver Bureau Rob
Smith
A part of APTN National news since 2005, Rob brings to APTN almost twenty years of broadcast experience.
Vancouver Bureau Tina
House
A proud Métis from BC, Tina began her television career in 1997 as a videographer. She has also produced documentaries and feature films that have won numerous awards at various film festivals.
Yellowknife Bureau Cullen
Crozier
Cullen is a member of the Métis nation who was born and raised in Yellowknife. He is working towards his Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Film and Video Production at the University of Regina.
Yellowknife Bureau
Yellowknife Bureau
Whitehorse Bureau
RESEARCH +
Winnipeg Bureau Meagan
Fiddler
While attending the Academy of Broadcasting Corporation, Meagan landed her first assignment, voicing a documentary about Garden Hill, her home reserve, and the 100th anniversary of the signing of Treaty 1. She’s been with APTN since graduating from ABC with honours in 2009.
Winnipeg Bureau Matt
Thordarson
Matt joined APTN National News in 2006 as a Junior Researcher. He has been part of APTN since 2003 after he completed his broadcast training with the Manitoba Indian Cultural Education Centre’s Aboriginal Broadcast Training Initiative.
Ottawa Bureau Jorge
Barrera