Bert Crowfoot facts for kids

Bert Crowfoot was born in Gleichen, Alberta. He is a Canadian journalist, photographer, and TV producer. He is a member of the Siksika and Saulteaux First Nations. These are two important Indigenous groups in Canada.

A Voice for Indigenous People

Bert Crowfoot has done a lot to share the stories and voices of Indigenous communities. In 1983, he started a national magazine called Windspeaker. This magazine shares news and important topics for Indigenous people across Canada.

He also founded the Aboriginal Multimedia Society of Alberta. This group helps create and share media for Indigenous communities. Bert is the CEO of this society.

Radio and TV Work

Bert Crowfoot helped start Alberta's first radio station for Indigenous people. It is called CFWE-FM. This station plays music and shares news important to Indigenous listeners.

He also produces TV shows. One of his well-known projects is a documentary series called Quest of Buffalo Spirit. Documentaries are non-fiction films that explore real-life topics.

Family History

Bert Crowfoot has a famous ancestor. He is the great-great-grandson of Crowfoot. Crowfoot was a legendary chief of the Blackfoot people.