Manomin Dreams: The Restoration of Wild Rice at Lace Seul First Nation
Lakehead University Research Showcase (Free Viewing)
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7m 25s
Lac Seul First Nation lost thousands of acres of wild rice/manomin because hydroelectric dams flooded their lands in the 1930s. Today they are working towards restoring their relationship with this important food and cultural plant. This film explores the first year of the restoration project.
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