APTN takes off live from Winnipeg

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There were a few glitches and some nerves were evident but the show went on and the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network is now on the air.

Those who made their way to the Forks to attend the gala opening of the network that will feature programming by, for, and about Aboriginal people, saw more than two hours of non-stop Aboriginal entertainment. The viewers at home caught glimpses of the live show mixed with pre-recorded tapes and live interviews conducted by CBC North's George Tuccaro and Quebec documentary filmmaker Evie Mark, who anchored the broadcast.

With the opening now complete, the APTN staff and management can concentrate on moving into the broadcast centre in Winnipeg. For the next month or so, programming will be broadcast from the Television Northern Canada facilities in Yellowknife.