Creating Tribal Police Files: TV Producer Steve Sxwithul’txw
Meet the man behind the making of Tribal Police Files. We sit down with Steve Sxwithul’txw, producer and originator of the series. He explains what it was like to wear a badge for the STP and deal with some of the dangerous moments on the job. He shares his commitment to document the stories of First Nations communities, and the inspiration that led to the creation of Tribal Police Files.
Breaking New Ground: The Origins of Stl’alt’imx Tribal Police
Discover the passion and determination that led to the creation of Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police in 1999. Mike Leach was chief of the T’it’q’et of the Stl’atl’imx nation for 34 years. He shares the vision which drove him to help found the STP. The first police chief of STP, Oliver Williams, also chronicles the history, struggles and early stories of the STP.
FAMILY STORIES: SPOUSES OF STL’ATL’IMX TRIBAL POLICE OFFICERS
Find out what it is like to be married to a Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police officer. Stacey Austinson and Michelle Issac both share a home and a family with members of the police service. They share their pride in their partner’s work but also the fears that plague them everytime they go out on a call. This is your chance to get up close and personal with the families of the Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police.
BUILDING CONNECTIONS: STL’ATL’IMX TRIBAL POLICE FORCE IN THE COMMUNITY.
Hear the community reaction to Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police. Chief and cultural leader, Darrel Bob, gives us an insider’s perspective on working alongside the STP. He describes how the community has grown to trust and depend on the officers over the years. He also shares the importance of cultural healing in keeping communities safe and strong.
Preserving St’at’mic Language, Culture and History: Linda Redan
The Stl’atl’imx Tribal Police aren’t the only ones fighting for a healthy future for the community. Linda Redan is the translator for the Tribal Police Files TV show and she is the creator of Upper St’at’mic Language, Culture, and Education Society. The project supports the revitalization of the language and encourages confidence in younger speakers. The group boasts traditional culture classes and modern smartphone apps.