(Ottawa, ON) November 10, 2020 – On this week’s Roots & Hoots episode, the LHF host, Gordon Spence, is joined by Erroll Kinistino, where they dive into talks about his career, life experiences, and Reconciliation in Canada.

Actor, entertainer, Master of Ceremonies, drama workshop instructor, director, mentor, singer and writer. Erroll Kinistino is without a doubt a man of many talents. Originating from the Ochapowace First Nations Reserve in Whitewood, Saskatchewan, Mr. Kinistino has been involved in the film and theatre industry for countless years. He has played parts in many films and theatre productions throughout Canada. He is probably best known for his recurring role as Leon in Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s television drama series North of 60 (1992). Additionally, he appeared on Corner Gas, one of the most popular comedy series in Canadian TV history. Now living in Regina, Mr. Kinistino is also a grass dancer and sings contemporary Native Canadian music.

“What a pleasure it is to have Mr. Kinistino joining our podcast to talk about his accomplishments and to share some of his wisdom, and to hopefully inspire young Indigenous individuals to pursue their dreams with passion, just like he did.” said LHF’s Executive Director and In-House Legal Counsel, Teresa Edwards.

To listen to Roots & Hoots, visit: https://legacyofhope.podbean.com/

The LHF is celebrating their 20-year anniversary as a national, Indigenous-led, charitable organization that has been working to promote healing and Reconciliation in Canada. The LHF’s goal is to educate and raise awareness about the history and existing intergenerational impacts of the Residential School System, Sixties Scoop, Day Schools and other colonial acts of oppression on Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis). The LHF has 19 exhibitions available for loan and can be shipped across Canada.

Our latest exhibition, Escaping Residential Schools: Running for their Lives, is now available through an animated virtual video, along with the Survivors’ Oral Testimonies. The exhibition examines the experience of Survivors of the Residential School System and raises awareness on the impacts it has on our communities. For more information on the project, please visit: https://legacyofhope.ca/project/escapingrs/

The LHF is working on making its other exhibitions available on line. LHF also has curriculum from K-12 and for adults, along with Activity Guides, aimed at educating Canadians about Indigenous history and the shared history of Residential Schools, the Sixties Scoop, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Day Schools. The LHF works to develop empathy and understanding so as to eliminate racism and foster Reconciliation in Canada.