Aboriginal Peoples Television Network

Oct 12/12 - Unmarked Graves

Unmarked graves: facts, not rumours. The sad reality is that children died at residential schools. One popular estimate is that one in three perished there. But how accurate is that? APTN Investigates' host Todd Lamirande takes a hard look at how many died, how they died, how the deaths were handled by the churches and the federal government.

Oct. 19/12 - Politics/Aboriginal

The Politics of Being Aboriginal A Winnipeg research firm has broken new ground. For the first time, a polling firm has surveyed First Nations and Metis people to find out their support for various political parties. APTN Investigates reporter Melissa Ridgen has an exclusive look at the results and what it all means to the major political parties.

Nov. 23/12 - Why so Many Picktons?

Why so many Picktons? It’s suspected that serial killers targeting Aboriginal women are committing their crimes in cities across the country. Arrests have been made in some cities, in others women continue to die. Are the police using effective methods? Are enough resources being put in place to protect women and catch the killers? Kathleen Martens investigates.

Nov. 30/12 - Fracking / Blood

Fracking on reserve Protesters trying to stop fracking on a reserve in Alberta were arrested. But more and more, people are saying this method of extracting oil and gas is dangerous. Are the protesters right to try and stop it? Is oil and gas production on reserve benefitting the people or hurting them? Francine Compton has the story for APTN Investigates.

Dec. 07/12 - Metis Rights

Metis rights in Canada’s constitution. Metis rights were enshrined in Canada’s constitution in 1982. The story of how that came to be is full of intrigue. Todd Lamirande has the story.