Skating: First Across the Line Series, Ep. 13.
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Skating: First Across the Line Series, Ep. 13.
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If you live in the north, then you know that there are a lot of ways to have fun on the ice. A small group young athletes push themselves to the limit in speed skating. This episode profiles the young skaters Rosalie Demaio, Emma Carpenter, and Akutaq Williamson Bathory, of Team Nunavut, led by former competitive skater Kyle St. Laurent, as they train and prepare themselves for the Arctic Winter Games. Also, John Maurice talks about how he was able to bring the sport to the northern communities from out west and what an impact it has brought for the people.  Also available in Inuktitut: Speed Skating (Ep 13) The television documentary series "First Across the Line" explores the rich history of successful Indigenous (First Nations/Métis/Inuit) athletes and how today's youths are inspired.
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