First Nations | 100 Huntley Street

Frank Wapoose / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

After years of alcohol abuse, Frank had a dramatic encounter with Christ in an alley. He heard a voice tell him to go to church. It convicted him and he went. While in church he discovered God's love and plan for his life.

Roberta Fiddler's Story / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Roberta shares her story of growing up in a big family in Waterhen Lake First Nation. She would envy those who died, she grew up in a home with a lot of alcoholism and domestic abuse. She started drinking and became violent.

Jimmy Waboose / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Jimmy Waboose is Pastor in Fort Hope, a remote, fly-in community in Northern Ontario. Jimmy had a vision to host an awakening conference for families and youth in his community.

NIPD 2022 - What do you love about indigenous people and culture / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

We welcome some views on what people love the most about indigenous people.

The History of First Peoples Voices / GREG MUSSELMAN AND CRYSTAL LAVALLEE

Crystal shares a look back at how First Peoples Voices started at 100 Huntley Street, a very special history starting with David Mainse.

Sarah Lahucik / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Sarah Lahucik serves as a Youth Unlimited Engagement Leader to the First Nation community of Maskwacis. Her heart is alive knowing she is making a difference in the lives of youth living on the reserve.

National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

May 5th marks a day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, an issue that is real for many Canadians. Crystal Lavallee shares the story of Brenda Wilson from the Highway of Tears.

The Popes Apology Followup - Crystal Lavallee / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Crystal is in studio to talk about what is next following Pope Francis's apology to Indigenous delegates for abuses at residential schools.

Ywam Muskoka / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Recently, a group of 16 passionate lovers of Jesus, travelled over 6000 km from Muskoka, Ontario to Onion Lake First Nation in Saskatchewan, to serve the community for 5 weeks. Today we will be sharing an inspiring and moving report about this minist

Stu & Dawna Crookedneck / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

First Peoples Voices went on the road across Alberta and Saskatchewan capturing stories. Today, Crystal brings the sweet Valentine's Day Story of Stu and Donna Crookedneck, Pastors of Ministikwan Bridge Ministries.

Beckah Shae / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Beckah Shae is a two-time Dove Award Nominee, 2014's We Love Christian Music Awards Independent Artist of the Year and won 2017's JFH Awards for Christmas Album of the year. Today she shares her testimony.

Wet'suwet'en Territory with Wanda Nikal / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

"This story was filmed in Witset First Nation, which is part of the the Wet'suwet'en Territory. Their ancestors have lived in the regions for over 6,000 years. Their territory encompasses 22,000sq km of land.

Vanessa Bravo Basaez / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Crystal Lavallee shares the amazing story of a ministry team that travelled to a fly-in only Indigenous community.

She left her dream of modelling in NYC to...? / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Ellen Anderson is an incredible women with an incredible story!

9 Year Old Boy Explains Reconciliation / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

9 year old First Nation boy Beau Digler describes what reconciliation is to him!

Carmen Jones / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Carmen Jones grew up in a single parent home and was bullied as a child for not having a dad. Today Carmen works with youth in the community.

Laura Trapper / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

God's design is that children grow up in a nurturing home, where they can flourish into adulthood. But for many Indigenous children, the ramifications of residential schools has passed on cycles of abuse and dysfunction.

Remembering Indigenous Veterans - The Story of Sanford Stinson

Over 12,000 Indigenous people fought in WW1, WW2 and the Korean War. According to the Indian Act they were deemed 'non-entities' meaning they had no land. Therefore they were not PAID to go to war, yet they went to fight for their families, communi

Truth & Reconciliation in Canada / What's Our Barometer

We bring you a brief update on the progress of the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions, 94 Calls to Action. How do YOU think Canada is doing?

God Met Me at my Lowest Point / WADE SANDERSON

Wade Sanderson grew up in Pine House Lake, Saskatchewan and how even from a young age he wondered about the meaning of life. He faced a lot and started drinking in high school and it became his mechanism to cope until it almost destroyed him, however

Florence Blois / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Florence Blois shares about her experience in Residential School.

Andrew Russell / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Andrew Russell is a Pastor & Rap Artist who is using Rap Music to spread the Good News to Aboriginal Youth. He sat down with Cheryl Weber.

Hilda Morin / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

After years of dealing with painful memories incurred at a residential school, Hilda Morin shares how she met Jesus and has overcome her past.

Joshua Montana / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Joshua Montana is an Indigenous Consultant to the oil and gas industry. He shares his story about growing up and becoming a leader.

Reigniting Hope across the Nation / CRYSTAL LAVALEE

Crystal Lavallee and Beverly Hadland thank viewers for the prayers and support surrounding their recent RV trip with 5 women from 5 Nations, crossing 5 provinces. Reigniting Hope over 10 Indigenous communities.

Marvin Netmaker / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Marvin Netmaker grew up overweight and ended up facing diabetes due to his weight. He grew to feel unworthy and he wanted to give up, but instead he chose to trust in God and move forward.

Shawn Paul / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Shawn's dream was to be a professional hockey player, but there was an intense battle going on inside Shawn. After a bible study, a lady shared 1 Tim. 4:7, 8… a verse that changed the direction of his life.

Karen Ward / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

After 20 years of working for Camp Mini-Yo-We, Karen Ward was presented with a brand-new opportunity - an invitation to run children's camps in a remote Indigenous community in Ontario.

First Peoples Voices - Emily Hester / JOURNEY OF CHANGE

First Peoples Voices brings us testimonies and stories such as Emily's reflecting a life of tragedy and resilience.

First Peoples Voices Update

This report features Rebecca Sylvestre and Tommy Bird who explain how COVID-19 has affected their communities. They also discuss the benefits of a partnership with Crossroads.

Red Dress Day and the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Indigenous women and girls made up almost 25 per cent of all female homicide victims in Canada between 2001 and 2015.Red Dress Day commemorates this reality and raises awareness.

Roberta Fiddler / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Crystal Lavallee is joined by Roberta Fiddler to discuss the alarming number of tragedies that have prevented Indigenous communities from grieving together properly.

CRYSTAL PRAYS FOR PASTOR MARTIN NAISTUS

Crystal Lavallee shares a prayer for Pastor Martin Naistus.

Volker Kromm - Food Insecurities in Remote Indigenous Communities / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Imagine paying $14 for one head of lettuce. This is of course on top of your Christmas spending, but this isn't the reality for every remote Indigenous community. Joining the conversation - Crystal Lavallee welcomes Volker Kromm.

Nawash Christmas Food Bank / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Many Indigenous communities across Canada have increased restrictions for visitations. All of this of course is their due-diligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19. First Peoples Voices got an update on whats happening now!

Mark and Jerrilyn Jurgeneit / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

Mark and Jerrilyn have an amazing family story, travelling, ministry and creating a Discipleship Training School in Muskoka, Ontario. This is their story.

Honouring Indigenous Veterans / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

First Peoples Voices Producer, Crystal Lavallee shares an incredible story about an Indigenous veteran from the James Bay who served in WWI.

Milton Tootoosis / FIRST PEOPLES VOICES

There's an exciting online summit happening, a partnership with the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce and Indigenous businesses, to ignite ideas on growing the Indigenous economy.

Systemic Racism in Canadian Health Care / STELLA MASTY BEARSKIN

Crystal Lavallee is joined by Stella Masty Bearskin to speak about how the heartbreaking death of Joyce Echaquan highlights systemic racism in Canadian health care.

Fishing Dispute in N.S. / DR H. DANIEL (DANNY) ZACHARIAS

Crystal Lavallee is joined by Dr H. Daniel (Danny) Zacharias to discuss the fishing dispute between commercial fisherman and the Mi'kmaq in Nova Scotia.