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The department of Federal Justice attempts to save political face under the mask of inclusion and collaboration as they take control of the Tribal Police Force that governs the four Indian Reserves that surround the city. Interim Tribal Chief Samantha Woodburn attempts to overcome political red tape and must also prove herself amongst the old-white-boys club of the Metro Police. Thrust into an unfamiliar world, she navigates politics and procedure as she clashes with her new partner, Chuck "Buke" Bukansky, a seasoned but broken-down Metro Police detective.
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Tribal premiered February 20, 2020. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
The department of Federal Justice attempts to save political face under the mask of inclusion and collaboration as they take control of the Tribal Police Force that governs the four Indian Reserves that surround the city. Interim Tribal Chief Samantha Woodburn attempts to overcome political red tape and must also prove herself amongst the old-white-boys club of the Metro Police. Thrust into an unfamiliar world, she navigates politics and procedure as she clashes with her new partner, Chuck "Buke" Bukansky, a seasoned but broken-down Metro Police detective.
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Episode 1
The controversial new Tribal Police Chief is forced to team with a jaded Metro Police Detective and together they deal with their tragic first case.
Guest stars Ryan Northcott, Julian Black Antelope, Anita Brown
Episode 2
Sam deals with the dead body of an indigenous man being overshadowed by a pipeline protest while Buke is suspiciously missing in action.
Guest stars Ryan Northcott, Julian Black Antelope, Anita Brown
Episode 3
An explosion at an oilfield site sparks controversy between an indigenous energy company and the reserve’s citizens.
Guest stars Ryan Northcott, Anita Brown
Episode 4
Sam and Buke search for the alcoholic owner of a vehicle responsible for a deadly highway pileup.
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Episode 5
An escaped murderer roams free in the city leading the feds to send in a special agent to aid in the manhunt.
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Episode 6
A reserve convenience store is pummeled by a barrage of bullets, leading Sam to investigate the notorious Thundercloud family.
Guest stars Julian Black Antelope, Anita Brown
Episode 7
Dissention rises between Tribal and Metro departments after a Tribal officer is found murdered outside a water treatment plant.
Guest stars Ryan Northcott, Julian Black Antelope, Anita Brown
Episode 8
Allegations of internal corruption and rising tensions between the departments peak when a known indigenous teen girl is reported missing.
Guest stars Ryan Northcott, Julian Black Antelope, Anita Brown
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
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Jessica MattenSamantha Woodburn
Brian MarkinsonChuck 'Buke' Bukansky
Garry ChalkConstance 'Connie' Edwin Harris
Sarah-Jane RedmondDenise Bukansky
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Marci T. HouseVictoria Mann
Jaren Brandt BartlettNate Mercredi
Ryan NorthcottMitch Wheeler
Aboriginal Peoples Television NetworkCanada
