Our Native Land

Our Native Land

Join our host, Tchadas Leo as we explore all things Indigenous and First Nations! Our Native Land features fun interviews and compelling discussions about Indigenous and First Nations cuisine, culture, heritage, and more from Vancouver Island and around the world. Recorded at CHEK Studios in Victoria, BC, Tchadas is joined by guests of all backgrounds and professions for educational, emotional, and engaging conversations. If you are interested in being a guest on Our Native Land, please contact us!

Episodes

February 7, 2026 22 mins
Go beyond the runway at Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week. Experience the energy of the continent’s biggest cultural gathering, where traditional roots meet modern high-fashion. February 7, 2026.
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Hereditary Chief Jerry Jack reflects on the whale shrine that was returned to its Nation 122 years later.
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January 24, 2026 22 mins
Experience an authentic perspective of Victoria’s iconic Inner Harbour. From the seat of a canoe, we’re diving into Lək̓ʷəŋən history with an Indigenous-owned team for a tour that is as meaningful as it is beautiful
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January 17, 2026 24 mins
We’re sitting down with Premier David Eby for an unfiltered look at the issues that matter, including residential student denialism and the Cowichan Tribes land claim. 
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April 5, 2025 22 mins
Bubba Qwulshemutc shares his inspiring journey of overcoming systemic barriers as a marginalized individual in the workforce.
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March 29, 2025 23 mins
MLA Warbus highlights how she has taken it on to challenge the societal norms of harmonizing Indigeneity and politics
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March 22, 2025 22 mins
A 3-year project that was a labour of love tells the story of Elders recordings turned into a graphic novel for youth.
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March 8, 2025 23 mins
Local Producer Steve Sxwithul'txw discusses Ocean Warriors: Mission Ready, an Indigenous docu-series following the Ahousaht’s Coastal Nations Coast Guard Auxiliary
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March 1, 2025 18 mins
Stevie from NAAS Foods takes us out on the water for some sustainable kelp harvesting, and talks about what the future holds for his nation.
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February 22, 2025 23 mins
Terry Sedgewick from MEND Canada talks about his program to help youth through sports, a cause that's close to his heart based on his traumatic past.
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February 15, 2025 21 mins
From beautifully carved totems to hand crafted jewlery and cedar woven treasures, we explore the artists of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation.
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February 8, 2025 23 mins
Power to Be is taking actions to build a path towards reconciliation alongside W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council, connecting youth to the land where they live, work and play.
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January 25, 2025 22 mins
Explore the innovative approach of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation in turning adversity into opportunity with the Tin Wis Resort and all it brings to their community.
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January 18, 2025 23 mins
Geraldine Glattstein talks about the importance of giving missing and murdered Indigenous women a voice.
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January 11, 2025 21 mins
Discover the rich history of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation, from their ancient roots to modern-day resilience, including their tribal parks project.
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January 4, 2025 22 mins
Hungry Bubbas Food Truck owner Adrienne Peter shares her passion for feeding her community and her cultural connection to her traditional ways. January 4, 2025.
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October 18, 2024 1 min
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June 6, 2024 29 mins
Kaska Dena
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May 18, 2024 22 mins
Artist, author and producer Daniel Elliot from Raven Sky Productions came on the show to talk about his art and how it’s transferred to production work with friend and filmmaker David Malysheff.
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May 11, 2024 23 mins
After struggling with addiction, James Harry Sr founded the All Nations Outreach Society to help those on the downtown Vancouver EastSide.
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