First Across the Line

Tonight is rebroadcast of Episode 4 - Boxing of First Across the Line
730 pm on APTN

This episode features the accomplishments of two dynamic women making their mark in the traditionally male world of boxing. Winnipeg resident Kenzie Wilson, of the Cross Lake First Nation in Northern Manitoba, talks about the hard work and perseverance that got her through hard times.
Olympic Boxer Mary Spencer also talks about what it takes to succeed in this difficult sport, and we follow her as she trains and mentors youth in the First Nation community of Kashechewan in northern Ontario. The Sinclair brothers look back on their father, trailblazer Sam Sinclair, who fought and boxed in the war, and later became a community leader for the Metis Nation.

APTN has started its rebroadcasting First Across the Line . Tune in Tuesday August 11 at 730 pm est for Episode 2
EPISODE 2. Lacrosse
The ancient game of Lacrosse has gained popularity through the years with more teams and regions joining the sport. Kallen Currie of Mistawasis First Nation in Saskatchewan is an aspiring lacrosse athlete who is given a chance to compete at the World Junior Lacrosse Championship.

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Final episode of First Across the Line - Tuesday July 25th at 730 pm est on APTN
Episode 13 - Speed Skating directed by Asinnajaq
In the Nunavut town of Iqaluit, a small group of determined athletes push themselves to the limit in speedskating.

TONIGHT: Episode 12 of First Across the Line at 730pm est on directed by Jeff Dorn

The Arctic Winter Games is an international celebration of circumpolar sports and indigenous culture, showcasing traditional Arctic and modern athletics. We join young athletes, Emily King, Matthew Jacobson, and Kuduat Shorty of Team Yukon,
as they compete and recount what they aspire to in these circumpolar Olympics.