Lil Glooscap and the Legends of Turtle Island

Canadian children's animated television series

Lil Glooscap and the Legends of Turtle Island is a Canadian children's animated television series, which premiered in 2022 on APTN.[1] Created by Wolastoqey artist Tara Audibert, the series centres on the adventures of young Glooscap, a mythical figure in Wabanaki indigenous culture.[2]

The show's voice cast includes Natalie Sappier as Glooscap, and Imelda Perley as his grandmother Meme Muwin,[3] as well as Audibert, Kateri Mowbray and Rebecca Elmire Tremblay in supporting roles.

APTN airs the show in English, French and Wolastoqey versions.[2] The series premiered May 7, 2022 on APTN.[2]

The series was a nominee for the Shaw Rocket Fund Kids' Choice Award at the 11th Canadian Screen Awards in 2023.

References

  1. ^ Alyson Samson, "N.B. Maliseet artist creates animated show to correct misconceptions of Indigenous culture". CTV Atlantic, May 10, 2022.
  2. ^ a b c Jordan Gill, "Wolastoqey-language cartoon Lil Glooscap debuting this weekend". CBC News New Brunswick, May 7, 2022.
  3. ^ Angel Moore, "Glooscap cartoon series recorded in Wolastoqey language an attempt to revive the language". APTN National News, May 6, 2022.

External links

  • Lil Glooscap and the Legends of Turtle Island at IMDb Edit this at Wikidata


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