Artwork by Fisher Roberts, Wei Wai Kum and We Wai Kai Nation.
Produced in partnership with Dallas Smith and Erica Roberts, C3 Alliance, and Oh Boy Studios.
The Rez Dog Walkers Podcast
Rez Dog Walkers podcast provides an intimate look at Indigenous land management, sustainability, politics and community on the West Coast. Hosted by Dallas Smith, the show features candid conversations with Indigenous leaders, politicians, business leaders, researchers and community members.
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EPISODE 2 · SEASON 4 · 65 MIN
Lennard Joe: Can Forestry Survive B.C.?
With Dallas Smith · Oct 22, 2026
Dallas sits down with Lennard Joe, CEO of the BC First Nations Forestry Council, for a conversation about the transformation of First Nations in forestry, from being turned away at industry conferences to holding over 11 million cubic metres of tenure and building a billion-dollar business. Lennard shares his path…
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S4E2
Lennard Joe: Can Forestry Survive B.C.?
With Dallas Smith · Oct 22, 2026
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Andrew Robinson: What Does a Treaty Actually Change?
With Dallas Smith · Sep 24, 2026
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Navigating Reconciliation: Insights From George Abbott On Indigenous Relations
With Dallas Smith · May 28, 2026
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S3E14
Empowering Indigenous Voices: The Eskay Creek Success Story
With Dallas Smith · May 6, 2026
58 MIN0:00 — -
S3E13
Building Relationships: Doug Caul on Reconciliation and Leadership in Government
With Dallas Smith · Apr 8, 2026
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S3E12
Rethinking Forest Management: A Conversation on the Future of Forestry in B.C. with Shannon Janzen
With Dallas Smith · Mar 24, 2026
69 MIN0:00 —
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Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that Nanaimo is located on the traditional lands of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, and we are committed to fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities. By recognizing and celebrating Snuneymuxw language, culture, and history, we honour the Snuneymuxw Nation’s stewardship and affirm our shared responsibility to work towards reconciliation.
