North of 60
Dec 03, 1992 · 1h
Overview
North of 60 is a mid-1990s Canadian television series depicting life in the sub-Arctic northern boreal forest. It first aired on CBC Television in 1992 and was syndicated around the world. It is set in the fictional community of Lynx River, a primarily Native-run town depicted as being in the Dehcho Region, Northwest Territories. Most of the characters were Dene. Some non-native characters had important roles: the restaurant/motel owner, the band manager, the nurse and the town's main RCMP officer. The show explored themes of Native poverty, alcoholism, cultural preservation and conflict over land settlements and natural resource exploitation. Originally somewhat light-hearted, it quickly became a more dramatic and ponderous series.
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About North of 60
What is North of 60 about?
North of 60 is a mid-1990s Canadian television series depicting life in the sub-Arctic northern boreal forest. It first aired on CBC Television in 1992 and was syndicated around the world. It is set in the fictional community of Lynx River, a primarily Native-run town depicted as being in the Dehcho Region, Northwest Territories. Most of the characters were Dene. Some non-native characters had…
When did North of 60 first air?
North of 60 premiered on December 3, 1992.
How many seasons does North of 60 have?
North of 60 has 6 seasons with 95 episodes. The series has ended.
Who is in the cast of North of 60?
The cast of North of 60 includes Gordon Tootoosis (Albert Golo), Tom Jackson (Peter Kenidi), Tina Keeper (Michelle Kenidi), Nathaniel Arcand (William MacNeil) and John Oliver (Eric Olsen).