CBC Manitoba: Adam Beach speaks with the Manitoba Indigenous Law Students Association about what role law plays in his culture

November 28, 2023 —

He’s a local acting legend and he’ll be imparting his wisdom to the Indigenous Law Students at the University of Manitoba.

Adam Beach joined CBC to talk about his upcoming conversation with the Manitoba Indigenous Law Students Association.

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