Tom Jackson’s The Huron Carole is set to air on Indigenous TV channels APTN and APTN lumi this month.
First presented as an in-person live performance at Halifax’s Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, the 36th annual The Huron Carole will see a series of presentations on the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN) and streaming branch APTN lumi this holiday season. The Huron Carole is a Canadian benefit concert founded by musician, actor and activist Tom Jackson.
Beginning December 14, the broadcasting continues with showings throughout the holiday season, including on December 24, aiming to celebrate Tom Jackson’s legacy of raising over $250 million for various humanitarian causes. In addition to the scheduled broadcasts of The Huron Carole on APTN, the concert will also be available on APTN lumi from December 14 onwards, for viewers to watch it on their own time.
“Featuring a diverse lineup of performers, The Huron Carole perfectly aligns with APTN’s commitment to celebrating Indigenous talent, cultures and communities,” commented Mike Omelus, executive director of content and strategy at APTN. “The concert has evolved into a national symbol of unity and charitable spirit, which we’re delighted to share with our viewers this festive season.”
Among the artists who appeared onstage at this year’s event are Andrea Menard, PIQSIQ, Loreena McKennitt, Measha Brueggergosman-Lee, Beverley Mahood and more. The 90-minute seasonal showcase was produced by the Christmas & Winter Relief Association Inc. with the goal of supporting vulnerable communities in Canada by raising funds for the Canadian Red Cross, according to APTN.
“I’m thrilled that APTN is broadcasting The Huron Carole this year, allowing us to spread the joy of this special concert even further,” said Jackson. “Together, through the power of music, we can make a positive impact across the nation to help save lives.”
Launched in 1999, APTN is the first national Indigenous broadcaster in the world and has become a global leader in programming that celebrates the diversity of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island and beyond. The broadcaster presents programming in English, French and multiple Indigenous languages. Nearly 10 million Canadian households regularly tune in, and APTN is proud to feature over 80 per cent Canadian content. The Huron Carole fits right in with the themes and messages APTN strives to put forward.
“My hope is that The Huron Carole will provide a light of joy to a world that sometimes can seem dark,” Jackson tells What’s Up Yukon. “The show brings the gift of faith, hope, empathy, compassion, and mostly love, for all.” APTN is inviting its viewers to donate in the spirit of giving, which those who are interested can do by visiting http://www.redcross.ca/disasterscanada/huroncarole or simply texting ANGELS to 30333 to contribute $10. To Learn more about APTN and The Huron Carole, visit www.aptn.ca or www.aptn.ca/media-centre/shows/the-huron-carole/
