HALIFAX – Eastlink said today it will present a special day of programming on its local community stations on June 21st celebrating the cultures and contributions of our First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada, which will begin with a moment of recognition in honour of Canada’s residential school children.
“We are so pleased to share this meaningful and important programming in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day,” said Deborah Shaffner, CEO of Eastlink in the press release.
“We hope our viewers will be inspired by the beauty and resiliency of Canada’s Indigenous peoples and communities while taking the opportunity to learn more about this intrinsic part of our Canadian culture and history.”
The special day of programming, produced by and for Indigenous people, reflects and showcases Indigenous heritage, culture, language and people from across Canada, says the company.
“Tune in Monday, June 21 on Eastlink Channel 10 and 610 to watch Gord Downie’s poetic and profound songs in the Secret Path performed by The Halifax Regional Arts Orchestra, the 2021 edition of Indigenous Day Live presented by APTN and featuring Allan Sylliboy and the Thundermakers, Buffy Saint Marie, Emma Stevens, iskwē, Neon Dreams, and Snotty Nose Rez Kids, among so many others, as well as compelling conversations with Elders and much more,” reads the Eastlink announcement.
Please visit National Indigenous Peoples Day and Eastlink Community TV for more details.
