SaskScapes - Episode 50 - The "Rez Cross" way

Share your thoughts with us directly! In the wake of raging forest fires throughout northern Saskatchewan, thousands of evacuees were brought together in temporary shelters. One such shelter was at Beardy's and Okemasis First Nation, near Duck Lake, SK.  Kevin Power meets with three guests: an evacuee, a social worker in mental health, and band councillor for Beardy's. The arena has become a temporary shelter and affectionally known as "Rez Cross". Beardy's and Okemaisis First Nation has show the the generosity of spirit that defines their community. =============================================SaskScapes is a podcast featuring the stories of arts, culture and heritage in Saskatchewan Visit www.iheartculture.ca. Click on the Community Engagement Animateur link to view the work being done by all three of the SaskCulture CEA's.Host: Kevin Power www.kevinpower.netMusic provided by Jeffery Straker www.jefferystraker.comSaskScapes is also available through the iTunes Store and on Stitcher RadioSupport the show==============================================SaskScapes is a podcast featuring the stories of arts, culture and heritage in Saskatchewan. The series is produced and hosted by Kevin Power.  To sponsor your own episodes contact SaskScapes via Twitter, Facebook or email (saskscapes (at) icloud (dot) com for more information.  Reviews in the iTunes store help boost the ratings so be sure to have your say!NEW!!! SASKSCAPES +Host: Kevin Power www.kevinpower.netSaskScapes theme music ("Slings & Arrows) provided by Jeffery Straker www.jefferystraker.comSaskScapes is also available on all major podcasting apps including Apple Podcasts, Google Play store, Stitcher, Podbean, and more! Follow SaskScapes on Twitter @saskscapesFollow SaskScapes on Facebook: Facebook.com/saskscapesFollow Kevin Power on Twitter @kevinpowerliveSupport the show