Buckley Petawabano, a trailblazing Cree actor, radio pioneer, and cinematographer who opened doors for Indigenous representation in Canadian media, passed away on Oct. 19 at the age of 77.
Widely regarded as a visionary for Cree storytelling and communications, Petawabano helped shape the foundation for Indigenous broadcasting in Canada. His work spanned film, television, theatre, and radio, inspiring generations of Cree artists and media professionals to share their stories in their own voices.
“He was more than an actor.
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