The Lake Winnipeg Project

Name: The Lake Winnipeg Project
Released: 2021-06-21T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary

Chronicles the stories of four diverse communities surrounding Lake Winnipeg, at a time when many outside entities were forcing a change.

2021 · 14m

EPISODE 1

Matheson Island

The Whiteways of Matheson Island share their devotion to a fishing lifestyle and the various challenges they experience, including issues related to health, government policy and the bleak future of the fishing industry.
EPISODE 2

Poplar River

Poplar River First Nation's members Sophia Rabliauskas and Clint Bittern share their perspectives and intergenerational responsibility of protecting the lands and waters in their territory for generations to come.
EPISODE 3

Camp Morningstar

Shares the story of Camp Morningstar, a sacred camp established on the east side of Lake Winnipeg, that was erected in response to the proposal of a silica sand mine project.
EPISODE 4

Fisher River

Dives into the stories of generosity and perseverance by the people and community of Fisher River Cree Nation, along with their responses to challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.