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Investigates

APTN
Yukon
Duplessis Orphans
Homelessness
Drug Trafficking
Indigenous Communities
Public Inquiry
Victoria Gold
Nacho Ngayagdhan First Nation
Cyanide
Environmental Protection
Mining Practices
Water Safety
Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act
Canada
Housing Rights
Mental Health
Stanley Morris Peters
Addiction
Indigenous Children
Indigenous Missing and Murdered

APTN Investigates is the first Indigenous investigative news program in Canada, offering viewers hard-hitting reports and stories. Produced by award-winning journalists, APTN Investigates is committed to seeking the truth for our people.

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Latest Episodes

In Canada, the histories of residential school survivors are being challenged by a surge of denialism. Dismantling Denialism confronts those attempts to rewrite history — and explores what it will take to defend truth and reconciliation.

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This week on APTN Investigates Retrospectives, we look back at DARK VALLEY—Holly Moore and Rob Smith's 2018 story on a series of disappearances in the BC interior.

With multiple updates since the story first aired, Rob Smith joins host Brittany Guy... more

In a special edition of APTN Investigates Retrospectives, recently-retired APTN reporter Kathleen Martens looks back at her groundbreaking series on the Independent Assessment Process (IAP).

Martens spoke with many residential school survivors who ... more

The population of Puvirnituq, QC is booming… but their water infrastructure is breaking. For years the Inuit community in Nunavik has had water shortages, and documents obtained by APTN Investigates show that a permanent solution might be a pipe drea... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Ewart
A 60 scoop survivor and advocate for prisoner's rights.
Canadian Prisoners' Labour Confederation
Episode: Fields of Confinement
Calvin Neufeld
Head of Evolve Our Prison Farms, critic of the prison labor system.
Evolve Our Prison Farms
Episode: Fields of Confinement
Mary Ann Dick
Sister of Ann Mary Dick, involved in advocating for justice in her sister's case.
Episode: Justice for my Sister
Wab Kinew
Manitoba Premier
Episode: Cherished Woods: The Fight for Lemay
Diane Bousquet
Powwow organizer and sacred fire keeper
Episode: Cherished Woods: The Fight for Lemay
April Hubbard
A performer and individual who applied for medical assistance in dying due to chronic pain from spina bifida.
Episode: A Good Death
Dr. Gord Gubitz
A maid assessor and provider who walks through the application process for medical assistance in dying.
Episode: A Good Death
Catherine Murphy
Registered nurse and end-of-life educator working to reshape the conversation around death.
Episode: A Good Death
Dennis Smith
A proud Métis man and employee of the city of Winnipeg
City of Winnipeg
Episode: Unmuted

Hosts

Josh Grummet
Associate Producer, known for impactful storytelling in investigative journalism.
Ciara Bettens
Reporter with APTN News, covering Indigenous affairs and community stories.
Rick Harp
Host of APTN News Brief, focused on providing timely Indigenous news updates.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Important podcast

    I stand behind these women and girls. These ppl are important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulesandRoo
    Canada4 years ago
  • APTN Imvestigates

    Interesting and informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pqrs189
    Canada7 years ago
  • Informative!

    Great topics that you dont usually get information on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saint_Philippe
    Canada7 years ago
  • Interesting journalists

    I think the journalists interviewed are interesting and candid.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kenyack
    Canada7 years ago
  • Good

    Lots of interesting stories. I would love to hear a follow up, for example about the boy who got his hair cut by a teacher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Windigo65
    Canada7 years ago

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Many commend the investigative approach and the professionalism of the hosts and guests, creating trust in the stories told.

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Rob Smith looks back on his series about disappearances in the BC interior
Q: Is there anything else that comes to mind when you look back on this story?
Rob expresses concern that the family didn't get justice and hopes they will eventually find the answers they are looking for.
Rob Smith looks back on his series about disappearances in the BC interior
Q: What was it like talking to the families as they were searching?
Rob felt a deep empathy and sadness for the families, especially after understanding their commitment to searching for their loved ones.
Rob Smith looks back on his series about disappearances in the BC interior
Q: Can you tell us what happened while you and Holly were on the road for this story?
Rob described it as a learning experience, highlighting that it felt eerie initially, especially due to the presence of drug trade and local resistance.
Kathleen Martens looks back at her series on the Independent Assessment Process
Q: And can you talk about what some of the issues were with the IAP hearings, and what's been learned since your stories aired?
The IAP hearings were mandatory and often like mini trials, which could be intimidating for survivors. Many found them to be anxiety-inducing and not trauma-informed, leading to a negative experience overall.
Their Worst Fears
Q: What next steps will you be taking?
A public inquiry is needed to address the failures in mining regulation and environmental protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Investigates

What is Investigates about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring critical social justice issues, this podcast presents stories that often highlight the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in Canada. Topics frequently include environmental justice, the impacts of industrial policies, Indigenous rights, and healthcare complexities, particularly in relation to systemic racism and historical injustices. Through personal narratives and investigative journalism, listeners are exposed to the harsh realities of grassroots movements and the individuals advocating for change in the face of adversity. The show's structure is likely to draw in those interested in advocacy, social issues, and Indigenous rights, making it a compelling choice for anyone looking to understand these pressing contemporary... more

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1. Jeff Ewart
2. Calvin Neufeld
3. Mary Ann Dick
4. Wab Kinew
5. Diane Bousquet
6. April Hubbard
7. Dr. Gord Gubitz
8. Catherine Murphy

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