Manhunt, Manitoba: Two fugitives and the Cree trapper who helped close the case

[@richellechartrand-mccue2441]

We are just hearing about this trapper now! A year later! Without this guy the rcmp would be still searching! He is the true hero ! Thank you Billy!

[@acreageliving]

when i followed the story i knew a local trapper was guiding them. Never knew his name, but I think during the search they would keep the confidential anyways to not put his family in jeopardary

[@ohbuddyiliketowatch]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Im sure others heard In life someone Helps Only and sister

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Thank you They hit dead end One way out Suprise "IN AMERICA "

[@kham6257]

Good boy

[@donbacklund8884]

I am a police officer in Ontario...Billy...Thank you for your Service to your Community, Manitoba and Canada and also the RCMP..I can tell you as a 32 year seasoned officer the police do not always get it right; but stories like yours help in the future to allow them to make it better the next time and even then there may be something else that their oversight will miss. I am thankful you did not get hurt and grateful to you for stepping up in defense of your community and for your fellow Canadians. I worked in the north for 5 years and I know what you did is part of who you are, how you were raised and the values you place in society and in helping one another.. Thanks Again.

[@maxwelm7408]

Hello mate is it true that it’s easier to get a job in RCMP if you are a serving police officer in the UK ?

[@redwater4778]

Those two boys were murdered along with the others. The real murderer is probably dead but for some reason they won't tell the public the truth.

[@annagarner1280]

❤ Billy is way better a man / human than 90% of the white ones by far...

[@rickhatesmisleadia7101]

"police dont always get it right" try police hardly ever get it right because they and you are incompetent fools! Now add females into he mix and police forces today are a travesty!

[@6thn5th]

Thank you! Also, our ancestral language is one of the most difficult in the world to decifer! Ergo "World War II Code Talkers! Thank you for understanding the significance of all cultures! Nia:wen

[@ccole1255]

I love how soft-spoken most of these Cree Nation members seem... real strength is quiet and confident, not loud and brash

[@glengraham7080]

Yes, all the more powerful for that quietness really. I spend a lot of time alone in the woods for my job as a wildlife ranger/hunter and the more time you spend alone with nature I find you become a quieter person. The quieter you are the more you see, both in the natural and human world.

[@jamestaylor6041]

Yes they speak with the heart , no need to raise the voice , you feel it as well as hear it, yes they are a beautiful people .

[@rudyardwalker9113]

They are beautiful people

[@jojodelima1953]

Like these type of dudes, self reliant, simple life, coexisting with nature

[@DaniHMcV]

@@jojodelima1953 and never abusing nature. They protect nature because it is their birthright, their life, their living and their futures. If we all could be better stewards for nature like the First Nations and Indigenous peoples naturally are, we would have no overfishing, no species on the edge of extinction, no oceans full of plastic, etc. We need to look to them for the answers to the problems the world has now and see them as the skilled and valuable resources and human beings they truly are.

[@RS-qi4ev]

billy beardy is a legend. no one mentioned him in the news when they were found. respect.

[@lateralus411]

Much Respect to Billy, his Family and the Fox Lake Cree Nation.

[@kakehg9299]

respect to Billy's family and their efforts to help.out his community lived bck to normal

[@watjejanssen7535]

i agree,much respect for them

[@liamslayer07]

respect

[@billyhenderson8832]

That’s my dad

[@GAUROCH2]

@@billyhenderson8832 ...what a great MAN! Respect your Elders! Honour your traditions and your people! Listen to the Great Spirit and to the Ancestors! Keep your feet on the Red Road... you'll never be wrong and your father will be proud of you! ...from acrossthe Great Pond...

[@dannymackay9903]

Our Native people are incredibly important and part of our Canadian identity. Blessings to Billy and the Fox Lake Cree Nation.

[@raven4k998]

yes yes they are

[@Nikki7B]

Absolutely

[@kaclama]

They're not ours. They're their own people.

[@James-ce6ic]

Same as aboriginal trackers in Australia especially the ones in the north of Australia

[@AutomationDnD]

I did enjoy this story, I was born / raised in Far Northern New York. Grew up listening to CFRA & I know who "Stompin Tom" is....... "BeachCombers" & Irish Rovers, were names I'm super familiar with... (Alannah Myles is / was my fav' country-rock singer) & I do have a drop of Indian in myself----- from my mothers Mother. Billy was *_Obviously_* the HERO of the moment, in that Case---- _he _*_DID_* find the boys. the RCMP were the "firepower" (if it were needed)

[@andrewsawler875]

Billy is just one solid guy who loves his community and the people in it. It is so geniune and unselfish it gives me faith that there are good people out there. Like this guy just does it all!!

[@dosmundos3830]

an unsung hero for sure

[@BrodyCanuck]

Hopefully they paid him for the help, sounds like he did most of the work

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Same thing happen in the city MILD MANNERED FOR SIMPLETON

[@andrewsawler875]

@@vantastroganoff4370 So you take a positive comment and add broken english and a pathetic insult to the equation? You sir are the troglodyte here. Why would you even bother being such a moronic asshole with this comment of yours? You're part of the problem. I love how you feebly attempt to show some sort of what you percieve to be machoism when the reality is out of all these comments your the only dickhead. Congrats big fella.

@@andrewsawler875 You're English writing. Isn't all that great eaither. You're not writing in formal terms. When we speak we all speak informally. Only the British people speak real english language.

[@jimmywilliams8045]

This guy got the shaft until the RCMP couldn't hide the fact they couldn't find these kids. The real hero emerged here! Great work putting the spotlight on the real hero. 👏

[@aviciouswalrus1303]

Dude essentially led the entire investigation, doing a LOT of the RCMP's job, and he gets a plaque. Deserves alot more imo

[@zaceryhammond1144]

Yup cops are pretty incompetent up here that’s for sure

[@aviciouswalrus1303]

@@zaceryhammond1144 Just more government employees getting paid excessively to do just about sweet fuck all. Only difference is these government employees get a badge, gun, and cuffs 🙄

[@rudyardwalker9113]

Ikr it's crazy

[@brianr8581]

Yes he does, not only the recondition but the pay they got

[@valeriusweist9449]

No...all you get as a hero is a plaque. No one can give you more...greatness you already have!! Awe inspiring story...

[@sturvinmurvin9408]

Chyna was my friend's cousin. This story was super close to home and I have followed it from the beginning. I did not know about Billy and he was such an important piece of the puzzle. Great job putting this together.

[@rodfriesen4370]

Funny I followed that news story ALOT, never heard Billie's name once. Thanks Billie

[@thekanuck2778]

@Not My last name I'm sure he was also in the fifth estate one about this too. That came out a while back.

[@tay_yo561]

Same

[@AdriaanVerburg]

@@Noah-sd3iz he didn't seem truthful at all.

[@MsFuqyu]

well ya know the RCMP was first formed as an "Indian Problem" solver, so there's a pretty good reason why they don't want to be upstaged by trained professionals.

[@yaakw]

@Not My last name Aaa. Ldkat khaa ghaysanéixh aasgutuyik áyú. Yes. In the woods, all men save.

[@dustycover3015]

Billy helped out hunt down these two guys even though he was afraid. His love for his community is strong than his fear of death. He's a good man.

[@annagarner1280]

❤ Amen

[@ahill4642]

I want people like Billy and his wife for neighbours, what good, brave and caring people. God bless them. I appreciated the RCMP member admitting that the lack of bullet-proof vest was an oversight, that was honourable. I especially appreciated Billy's wife's acknowledgement that the two young men were someone's children, too. That can be a hard thing to even want to remember in times like these. We humans can be so quick to pride, so quick to judgment. This was a really beautiful video.

[@keithpopowski291]

Billy a great bloke and deserved the recognition. He has a wife to match, caring even for the villains. Billy and family could come and be my neighbours any day they liked.

[@theronash7269]

It's people like these that make a nation great.

[@weslove6018]

Many years ago, in fact very early sixties, free time after selling dairy herd in North Dakota. We would go up to the Overflowing River in Manitoba fishing. 62 miles south of the Pas on the north side of the river. A Cree Indian named Lenard Leesk cleaned the fish!! He we were 8 9 10 years old at the first time . He taught us how to filet fish the right way. We were from Mandan, North Dakota so were very familiar with Indians. Every chance we had, we would go over and talk to Lenard, but what was most fascinating was him talking to us. It was one of those growing up experiences you never for get. I was the 8 year old and today I'm 74. Now you know why I had to watch this story!!

[@guymajor7103]

I am from Manitoba and I frequently go north for peace and quiet and yes I’m also familiar with poeple from the opasquiac Cree nation they have taught me so much about angling and hunting it’s just a reminder of how important it is for these poeple to preserve and retain their culture!

[@atDrinkH2o]

These are kind of people you want as your neighbors.

[@redhen2470]

lol, you've never lived on a rez have you?

[@yoni-in-BHAM]

Exactly! 💯

[@naturem10]

I googled the legend Billy Beardy after watching this.. he sadly passed away March 8th 2024. What an absolute legend... his poor wife must be so heartbroken. What a great person. Thx for telling his story

[@Shermaxphil]

Billie, you are the communities hero!! Thank you for risking your life to guide the RCMP in the manhunt, you are obviously the one without a doubt who found the bodies of the suspects, you deserve the recognition. I feel bad that you were not honoured by the RCMP for everything that you did. As some have stated on here, I heard about this, but never did I hear about you or your bravery! Your wife makes a good point, your life matters and you should have been just as equipped as the officers during the hunt. You are highly RESPECTED!!

[@thatguy1522]

I am Cree from Montana makes me proud to see this. Many elders on our reservation taught us to be the way this man is.

[@TheArt4M]

Thank you Billy!! We may never meet but as a fellow Canadian, I thank you for your service to help the RCMP and your community. You are a hero in my eyes. The world needs more like you. Love from Ontario...🇨🇦❤️♥️🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lesmiller8018]

I second that. This guy is a real hero.

[@timmytwodogs]

@Phil Sr The RCMP are hardly "the highest trained enforcement group on the planet". The Texas Rangers require 5 years active law enforcement experience before they even look at your resume.

[@nyk3334]

He didn’t help them find the bodies, he found the bodies.

[@ronalrocco4788]

The Raven, evermore!

[@nyk3334]

Ronal Rocco yes. He had the wisdom to know.

[@heidehho6191]

Thank you! Billy did all the work but RCMP took credit for it

[@heidehho6191]

@Alan Christopher not crying mr triggered. just stating a fact. Beardy did all the work.

[@luv2travel2000]

Thank you. Yes he did.

[@TheKingsOutpost]

To the RCMP Officer - "Did you see that!?" He spots a raven and knows something isn't right. The officers would never have known that.

[@JW-uj2ex]

Global Threat lol most people would be like “oh a crow” that’s it

[@TheKingsOutpost]

@Global Threat If that were true than why didn't the cops notice it and say something to the matter!? Billy grew up there and knew the land, he was an expert trapper, he grew up with the environment and learning more than likely from his ancestors. By the way, what is common sense!? cause I don't see the majority of this world with common sense, that is out-the-window.

[@TheKingsOutpost]

@Global Threat Wow, you're so smart but you still didn't answer the question... why didn't the cops know what he knew? smh

[@TheKingsOutpost]

@Global Threat Smh

[@lilygreen2527]

@Global Threat they're still the first people on this land and have lived far longer than any other race in the Americas... they're Native to this land.

[@B1TKZH47]

A humble and keen observer of nature, Billy is the selfless hero of this entire search. So well done! A truly inspiring man.

[@thezenboy]

The knowledge and humanity of our First Nation People is the most neglected resource in Canada.

[@surreygeorge11]

That's slowly starting to change, as more First Nation people are getting degrees, building education facilities, and other resources for the North are creating opportunities for our Native Peoples. I wish I could live long enough to see it full bloom.

[@tuma420wc8]

@Ronald McFondle Indigenous first people s are spiritual and humble, materialism and greed kills those virtue s.

[@sandracmyers]

Well at least they weren't all slaughtered like down here...damn sad our soil was stolen and soaked in blood. And then the slaves...oh my God it's embarrassing

[@karmaleglass2168]

@Ronald McFondle We made KANATA the lush country it was before contact. Those fires in california are because they out lawed seasonal burning and now the under growth is so deep it'll burn forever. At one time there was birch trees so large you could make 3 canoes. not like that no more. You call it progress? I call it rape. We seasonal burned and kept it beautiful. Something I learned from my grand father btw. only when its lies you need to write it down. We have oral tradition's. We have truth, one will never forget truth.

[@zaceryhammond1144]

@@surreygeorge11 may be so but where I live one First Nation group is currently clear cutting Forrest so they can lease homes for 99 years I’m talking side by side housing and another is the resemblance of a garbage dump

[@r.j.powers381]

Mr Beardy and the entire community certainly have my deepest respect.

[@Stellar12316]

The compassion that this community has for the victims and the axis is really eye opening these are the people of canada that i know this is the love we need to spread across the world

[@c.julien8266]

Thank you Billy. I grew up in Northern Manitoba and I totally understand the terrain. When the reports of York Landing came in, I knew it was a mistake. You probably did too. Thank you for all you did in helping to bring closure to this horrific crime. I wish the best for you. You've reminded me of what it was like to live in a simpler time.

[@timothyashworth7161]

He should have recieved recognition from the National Government, Prime Minister, or the Commander of the RCMP.

[@billmeriwether605]

I think you have a great point

[@theronash7269]

This government never honours real heroes.

[@mudpuddle8805]

Never happen; Billy doesnt wear the same socks as Trudeau...

[@myliege6223]

Would never happen, canada hates its first nations peoples it lives off of.

[@kentuckywindage222]

A tragedy! For everyone involved. Canada however should be proud to have such citizens! This should have been world news, the whole story! The biggest tragedy here is Canada not commending its finest of citizens! Thank you Billie for your selfless actions. At the same time you have a beautiful family that knows who and what you truly are and are I'm sure proud and thankful to have you. You need to be there to show them and make more like you.

[@CharlesinGA]

How could anyone not like this video. Well presented and informative. Billy is a true hero.

[@peforster6725]

Indigenous Peoples have been stewards of the land for ever. Their expertise &guidance is so needed & should be valued more than any politicians.

[@darrenmisick8039]

Don"t bet on it, I could show you some things in our area that would make the hair on your neck stand up!

[@allanj4576]

Stewards....lol. open your eyes.

[@bicmitchum1368]

@@RyanBanman there are bad apples in any bunch, painting all natives with one brush is the same as saying all whites are bad for residential schools, and we know that's not the case , if you took the time to learn just abit of native culture you would know that most never take more then they need and never kill anything they wont eat , these things you speak of go against everything we were taught at least in my case

[@BRENDANTHERED]

@@bicmitchum1368 Very nicely put. Anyone who knows the true history of the colonization of this land, knows that the colonizers likely never would have survived the first year here, without help from the first nations.

[@pearlsmith8927]

@@allanj4576 open your eyes, take a long good look in the mirror and you'll see all the ugly pouring out of your heart through your blind eyes. It's your choice to see only the bad in people. If it wasn't for first Nations people, you would not be sitting behind your monitor talking shit. There's good and bad in every race, you would be one of the shitty ones. Pay attention to what goes on in the world and maybe your heart won't be so ugly. Learn from this man and be a better person. Hope you decide to someday be a better happier person.

[@postit5657]

I was really impressed by his down to earth attitude. You Billy are a very humble person. The world need more Billy's. God Bless you and your family.

[@Narsmoke]

Billy when ya got balls of steel you don’t need a bullet proof vest ol buddy! Good on ya for showing em how it’s done in the North. 👊🇨🇦👊

[@injunsniper]

cree nation💯💯

[@02mp9696]

Ya man, good guy right there 🇨🇦

[@marklego4750]

Haha what a great sentiment

[@JupiterEarth]

Y'all dunno write proper English

[@ronroulette2435]

hell ya makin the natives shine u did good work

[@gps8958]

Billy, his family and his whole community could teach us all a thing or three about how society should function.

[@gps8958]

@Not My last name Don't meet your standards? I think what Billy and his people are doing and trying to do is commendable. No one is perfect, just like the way you're unwilling to share your identity as if you want to hide your standing and lineage. You obviously don't feel confident enough to be open, but honestly, I do wish you and your community well. I am an imperfect Irish man , force fed Catholic dogma from birth who is now looking to all denominations and cultures in the hope of learning how to be a better and more fulfilled human being. Peace

[@gps8958]

@Not My last name Sounds like you are a very unhappy individual anonymous. And I completely understand catholism and the perversions and lies it perpetrates on the innocent in a monstrous attempt to control lives. My people and myself suffered greatly at its hands. I have never been to fox Lake, just visited through KZbin. What about you, been anywhere interesting, like your self perhaps and asked yourself why so angry?

[@gps8958]

@Not My last name You still haven't told me who you are or where you are from, and what is commendable is that they are trying to keep the spirit of who they are alive. I think though that you have a grievance against that. Why, Mr or mizz nobody?

[@gps8958]

@Not My last name What is nauseating about some people admiring the good that some others are trying to do to keep alive a flame of identity so their family can be proud and build a future that takes strength from their past? In my country alcohol abuse almost destroyed the fabric of society. It was an anaesthetic legally available to dull the memory of wholesale religious and institutional abuse. But we took pride from our past and used it to build a new future. That is what some people in your community seemed to be trying to do also and whether you like it or not, I admire them. Also friend I say this to you in peace, but sometimes in life you have to get over yourself and turn onto a new track. Sometimes you have to be the hero and do the right thing for yourself and those you care about. Take it from someone who has had my own trials and tribulations. I genuinely wish you well and I am not a fan of uniforms either.

[@gps8958]

@Not My last name Please be well friend and find strength where you need it.

[@cindycreateforlife]

Outstanding video, fellow Canadians would have never known about Billy Beardy and his amazing contribution to protect his family and community at large! He is a true hero, smarter than at least 60 RCMP personnel, not one of them thought about making sure he was as protected as they were. If it were not for this man, it would have been just another couple of missing fugitives, people living in fear for a long time, RCMP ... ya, I see the bird, nice! Thank you Billy for all you have done to bring peace of mind to your community and I pray that you will heal from the memories and have a blessed life with your family! I am so sorry for the loss of your son previously! With great respect and admiration from Ontario!

[@LRyan-li9wr]

@Cindy McCann ...From Ontario here too! So very well said, thank you for posting that. It truly is history that should be recorded and this was a beautiful documentary.

[@SamSung-ww3rp]

I love the way they say, "He helped closed the case!" They had no clue what the bird meant! When the world goes to hell and all the modern conveniences are gone, people like him and his family will survive.

[@tylerd1463]

Billy is the man! No one would have found shit if it wasn’t for him.

[@marztar]

they weren't looking for shit. they were looking for two fugitives.

[@tylerd1463]

Obviously. Damn your pretty dumb.

[@terryfrdl]

@@tylerd1463 forget to switch to the alt?

[@robynlanguage7254]

I am watching this from South Africa. Billy is real hero. Do not worry whether the police thanked you or not. You did a wonderful job. A real hero.

[@CBD-Life-South-Africa]

We have a guy like this in South Africa, Bergrivier Anti Poaching Project, more arrests than police, security and neughbourhood watch, and he never gets credit, he infact gets attacked by the folks from Veldrift because the poach for a living

[@kathleen2372]

What an amazingly kind, gracious, intelligent, brave man, Billy is. His wife deserves credit too, she obviously is a strong loving partner. Honouring him was late in the game but well deserved. Thank you Billy for all you did for your community and country as well as the families who suffered such tragedy and loss.

[@bigcrisp8992]

RIP Billy Beardy. Thank you for your help and kindness

[@jackpineembers]

I followed this story in real time as it developed. I'm really impressed with this documentary. It's really well put together and I'm happy to see the public was honored for the important roll they played. I'm not at all surprised with raven sighting. I had mentioned to my coworkers that "the forest likely will "take them" and the ravens among other scavenger bird would be the first to find them... assuming they were dead and still on land. I have no doubt the birds would lead the authorities to the bodies." I guess it could be viewed as kind of disturbing but the forest is powerful and has its own circle of life and we (humans) are just a small part in it. I'm actually not all that surprised that the RCMP would not have notice that seemingly unmistakable sign of death. I get the impression they are masters in other fields and may not necessarily have that form recognition or specialty training. Anyone who has invested countless hours in the forest, here or there would take notice of that as a key tool and utilize that unmistakable sign in recovery efforts. Glad no more innocent people died. Like mentioned in the vid, I too feel sad for those two boys and their families. I didn't at that time but now I do too. My heart goes out to those lives they took and their respective loved ones too. Again... great work with this vid.

[@protosniper-]

we'll never know if the rcmp would have acted on the raven alone. its possible they would have searched the area on that piece of evidence had billy not mention it first. the rcmp are highly trained. doesnt change the fact that billy is a stellar canadian and is 100% responsible for solving this case.

[@clopez4280]

@t- milt ...they were dreamers. Apparently they talked about hijacking a boat in the Hudson and escaping to Europe. Boys had no clue how difficult that would be. Nature woke them up from their dreams.

[@Andrew-fv4sj]

Tldr; "im very smart"

[@redacted5035]

This is one of the most Canadian things I've ever seen 🇨🇦 hell yeah

[@glenncurley680]

Why did main stream media never mention the heroics of Mr. Billy!

[@akinbobolaz]

Agreed so clearly the rcmp never mentioned Billie or the media would have been all over that lead

[@akinbobolaz]

@@deedee.loulou8585 wow can anyone keep a story straight now cbc is on the police side the other day I was being tolf it was the other way around. 🤥🤨

[@soulscanner66]

Globe and Mail is mainstream media. Social media is a sewer.

[@groovygrover190]

Cuz they are political puppets

[@slocumb1270]

100% of MSM resources are devoted to political agendas.

[@jjpr4827]

To Billy's Wife: God Bless You Always. You are so RIGHT, those two souls are still SOMEBODY'S children! May they both Rest Peacefully.

[@ForzaAzzurri03]

Why was this not in the mainstream media? Much respect, sad there isn't more coverage. Billy is a legend and needs to make his story into a movie... seriously.

[@landlordjohn1]

More people like Billy = A better world, Respect to you Billy :)

[@robertsawchuk9365]

if every community had a pillar like Billy this country would have no problems. Dear Billy you are an outstanding person i know you did it because you now whats right this is a-lesson for every one to learn from even the great rcmp doesnt have the integrety that you possess and imbody

[@billybeardy9201]

Thank you very much.

[@robertsawchuk9365]

Billy Beardy your very welcome best of luck to you and your family

[@annmowatt7547]

Thank you, Billy. This was a very moving, inspiring yet sad story. I had already heard this story but not from this perspective. I cried at the end when your wife cried. I am so glad that all your heroic work was appreciated and wish you all well for the future. Love from Spain.

[@AlergicToSnow]

There’s nothing like local knowledge no matter where you are, especially where that local knowledge is scarce. Kudos to Billy for his cooperation and help

[@ReesesCupsable]

Mr. Billy Beardy definitely deserves a reward for all his amazing work!

[@margaretdasilva5493]

I'm so proud of the native people of Canada and glad that in the end he got his due. They are also desirable forest fighters as they 'know fire', according to my nephew who is a firefighter in Alberta. Just too bad that rcmp hasn't thought to give me a vest to protect his life.

[@joevillareal191]

Excuses Excuses, without "CHIEF BILLY" they were Nothing... This Man not only Risked His Life, but Single Handedly Ran the Show from Start 2 Finish........................ RESPECT TO U SIR " CHIEF BILLY "

[@brendanricard3994]

Well done Billy. So amazing to see everyone coming together and cleansing the land afterwards. So beautiful. Great work everyone.

[@Muskwa.]

RIP good man, your hard work and dedication is recognized

[@peterstevens4223]

Hello Billy from New Zealand! Your a Hero!!!

[@alistairlorimer5491]

First Nations People read the land like you and I read a book, much respect to you and your people Sir!

[@ifyourelistening8332]

You are a hero Billy! Thank you. A sincere shout out to the RCMP for risking their lives everyday to keep us safe. 🙏

[@ophiecat]

I hope he was compensated for his time and labour. Also hazard pay.

[@TheRealJaded]

Real men don't worship money. Moloch the owl god

[@2nickles647]

He was not compensated at all. They took advantage of his kindness.

[@ophiecat]

@@TheRealJaded ~ There is a difference between getting paid for your hard work or services and worshipping money. As much as you do not like money, you need it to survive. And why shouldn’t he be paid for his kindness. I bet he was the only one that was not paid to catch these guys.

[@suepearn1323]

What a great guy. He is a hero. Too bad they didn't provide him with appropriate gear. Lovely wife Tamara too,

[@Ren505nm]

I bet he had a rifle with scope while he hunted the two bad men.🤔

[@theronash7269]

Good folks that love each other.

[@flowerpower3011]

How about 10 grand for the hazardous work he did.

[@williamerb3747]

Thank you Billy and Billy’s family. You all bore the risks together. Thank you Bird for raising , teaching, and sharing men like Billy.

[@mattsallows5896]

respect Billy no better friend then one who understands the ways of the land, you're family and community should be dam proud of you

[@nativewolfog7467]

“This time with a bulletproof vest on” love my native people

[@grabasandwich]

Thank you Billy and any community members who helped. Sorry you didn't get the protection or recognition. We anxiously watched this play out from Winnipeg. Take care ❤️

[@Tomeohara]

This man should have the Order of Canada.

[@gabe-po9yi]

Tom O’Hara. Someone instrumental to what the person was involved in has to nominate them. Maybe someone will contact RCMP and request that Billy be nominated.

[@conradmorin1891]

@@gabe-po9yi And so, they should!

[@lfr30043]

Wow. What a story. It always goes through my mind one day I want to live in a remote area close to nature but I always think about these kinds of things. Very nice production. Thank you Billy and family... love you all

[@Max-iz8jr]

Billy should receive a Hero medal and cash award for his service from Canada and RCMP.

[@chantalsmith2271]

Real life wind river guy lol so cool he's the best part of the story! Awww and the wife at the end, still having compassion for those boys and their parents. What a beautiful story ❤

[@perrysmith6872]

@ Chantal what UA cool name u have young lady .

[@MartinFluteCompany]

"Did you see that." The RCMP officer saw nothing. Without Billy this would still be an open unsolved case!

[@carolwhite6979]

thank you for posting this. Billy you are the rock of the community. ❤️

[@1safety4all]

Thank You Billie, you are a Great Man, Canadian, and the RCMP would have been lost without you, Bravo, you Deserve the Order of Canada for being there for your Community and getting it back to normal, God Bless You

[@matthewnahanee4676]

Not only did the community pray for the victims but for the 2 killers.

[@billmeriwether605]

Interesting! - that’s how it’s....NOT... but should be!

[@charlesncharge6298]

Billy just exudes calm confident badassery. I would love to see a one time two hour survivorman special where he, and Les Stroud do something together.

[@tedjones9882]

Rcmp should’ve gave him credit for what he did for them in public announcements that’s bullshit how I’m finding out on a documentary those kids made history tho can’t believe they made it that far

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Because he indian? How many other cases Did you ask For name

[@shs646]

Maybe they were more focused on those who were murdered in cold blood and helping the families then giving credit publicly

[@tcrane8630]

Actually, he didn't want to have his name on the news until after it was done and he was home. The Rcmp couldn't mention him without his permission until recently. They didn't take his credit, he was to humble and didn't want the notoriety at the time...

[@tedjones9882]

T Crane did you comment this before watching the video lol they both said he didn’t get credit for it and looked pretty sour about it so unless you know him personally your comment is irrelevant

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

@@tedjones9882 So is yours!! YOU are the only one stating he's bitter ... you obviously don't known him either.

[@132melbourne]

This is an amazing story. I've never seen anything on KZbin from G&M before but this is truly beautiful and an extremely well done video. It sounds like a cliche but I subscribed, upvoted, and commented.....I need more of this!!!

[@billyhenderson8832]

That’s my Dad

[@frankbyrd9345]

You are very fotunate ...You have a fine example of a true man to learn from ... alot of city kids never do

[@pissonthe0fighteverybody276]

Learn all you can from him regardless of what you plan to do when you grow up. Always love and protect your mom. Love and Respect from the Cherokee Nation

[@grash4435]

You are very lucky boy just follow his footsteps.

[@andyfin8845]

God bless you all .

[@nifty1940]

From Australia, highest respects for your hero dad. He is the salt of the earth. Besides being proud of him, imitate him, you'll not go wrong. You have a lovely family and God bless.

[@daflyinhawaiian2]

I Love this story. Thank You Billy Beardy for your service to your community!

[@Yachtzeee]

Buy Billy a nice Dodge Ram. Good guy Billy!

[@treysartwell2627]

Dodge Cummins!!! Chevy and ford are overrated

[@roje3647]

Billy is the hero and real detective the others used him probably just gave him a "thanks buddy". I hope he got compensated but I doubt it. He's a good family man and citizen wish him and his family the best.

[@k-laus9435]

Didn’t get a dime. !!! Never one mentioned his name in any tv broadcast updates either.

[@robertlivingston1634]

Raven can't keep a secret, great job and much respect.

[@Apeekachu]

Billy seems like a really cool dude. His community must be truly honoured to have him among them.

[@chefbennyj]

That is an incredible story! Billy is a Canadian Hero! Someone give that man a freaking medal! Justin Trudeau! Give him a medal.

[@smokeandmirrors482]

Old trudeau only gives the people's tax money to family and over seas

[@GAUROCH2]

...he had the recognition and respect from his people... why would he need a tin medal from a wasishu?

[@chefbennyj]

@@GAUROCH2 because he helped hunt down two if our people who had broken the law, and done terrible things. We like to honor people like him. That is why.

[@GAUROCH2]

@@chefbennyj Ben: I aknowledge and recognize that! I am sure your respect for Billy is worth more then a trudeaus' medal! Keep safe, be well...

[@cathecavanaugh615]

And a new truck ! Etc.

[@kentuckywindage222]

Outstanding! This is a humble man with a heart of gold and a saw log for a backbone! This community is blessed to have him.

[@parmbirk4905]

You did lots of hard work Billy but one knew till this doumentary was made.Thank you.

[@vernonsanders371]

Billy has wisdom an kindness when you look into eyes an face.

[@armstrong4196]

God will bless this man and his family greatly for what he's done.

[@cruc1446]

Armstrong 🙏🏽

[@borninkaraj]

Thank you globe and mail for telling the story as it was and not deceiving the public.

[@sarmstrong1679]

Glad to see him get the recognition he so deserves! Thank you Billy.

[@fellspoint9364]

Hey Billy! Good work brother. You are truly a man for others and your community is very fortunate to have you. Best wishes to you and your people moving forward.

[@dannyk2928]

Great production and story, the Globe and Mail should do more of these long form videos

[@jamestaylor6041]

I agree , this is good journalism , no bulshit , just as it is , well done to the production crew.

[@MsStorm351]

Truth ! Great Job !! The community and BILLY you both deserve More ❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@tashaweight645]

Congrats billy! I’m proud of my fellow aboriginals out there 🙌❤️ thank you 🙏

[@Del-Canada]

I lived in Manitoba for five years. Icy hell in the winter. Many people plug their cars in overnight to keep the engine block warm. In face many businesses have outlets where you can plug in while you shop. Yea, it's *that* cold in MB. Anyway, thyese videos always trigger memories or stories from me. Much respect to Billy Beardy and the Fox Lake Cree Nation.

[@bryanmuniz6968]

One man defending his home is worth more than 20 hired soldiers

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

@Scotland2020 you must not be from the States!😆😆

[@joe-lf2dv]

@Scotland2020 I think was his point was was that a local knows his neighborhood even if it's lakes, rivers, woods, better than those that come from outside. In my neck of the woods the Atlanta Olympic games bomber hid from authorities for years. The feds came in but would not stay out in the woods overnight.. They wanted a soft bed to sleep in and were not at ease in the woods. So I was told by another local LEO i knew. so could only go out so far in a day. He was finally caught dumpster diving behind a grocery store late at night by a cop.

[@tevitamotulalo3909]

Scotland2020 calm down. Paid operatives don’t go into a fight to lose it all. A father protecting his children will for their sakes. Fuckn idiot.

[@Aaron-gt6xn]

@@nancyoffenhiser4916 this is cnn and a video from manitoba so he's probably not from the states. Lmao

[@jamestaylor6041]

EVEN MORE SO WHEN THAT MAN WAS ONCE A WORRIOR, IT"S IN THE BLOOD , PRIDE TO THE CREE.

[@MoncurElectric]

Well produced video, the timeline updates were really helpful.

[@kentuuri8272]

Mr. Beardy your a good man. Thank you for helping the RCMP find those two boys and closing the matter. I am sorry I had to hear about this now but I am glad I found the video ✌🏻

[@carllink2572]

This is the first time I heard this story and I want to thank you Billy for what you did for your community I want to thank you may God be with the family for those that passed away and may God be with your family as well thank you Billy thank you

[@Adam-xl3mo]

Order of Canada, no question. Thanks Billy! Cheers from NB

[@JacobBanman]

Not even close, billy's actions while noble have not positively affected Canada as a whole which is the main criteria for the OC.

[@gregbarnes4660]

so a local within a remote community was the one who knew the area - got it. Thank you - you did what many have done in assisting others.

[@steveyoung3245]

Your a great man Billy thank you for your help and knowledge of the land.

[@coffeeandhoots3712]

*crow flies away" RCMP: ..... Billy: did you see that? RCMP: See what?

[@KStewart-th4sk]

So how come it has taken this long for the real behind the scenes story to come out and BILLY BEARDY'S part in it? All we ever heard was the RCMP and what they did! You mean to tell me there was no RCMP officer trained to operate a boat and a civilian WITH NO BULLET PROOF VEST was put in danger?!!

[@deserteagle10]

Where does it say that there weren't any cops trained to operate a boat?

[@rustystove8410]

Because the establishment are total government lovers and want everyone to only have confidence in government and not themselves. Same with the 1997 flood. It was private contractors with bulldozers and dump trucks getting dangerously close to streams and ponds to plug them and basically no mention of what they were doing. Just non stop praise of those two guys from the Manitoba Government, how they were saving the universe from getting flooded.

[@deserteagle10]

@dandivine The dive team? If the dive team doesn't have anyone that can operate a boat how would they even function? Ever heard of local knowledge? If someone with local knowledge volunteers to drive the boat and let the others focus on the job at hand why wouldn't they do that?

[@BoUnCeYblonde1]

@dandivine they have RCMP police boats all over. It's not the fact someone couldn't just drive a boat they didn't know that land. You can be the most trained person, going into a strange place with maps doesn't mean I'll just know the place.

[@dalelong8001]

Billy, thank You so much for your service and risking your life. I'm sorry your safety was not of concern enough of the authorities to give you better protection. I am thankful nothin bad happened and you came back to your community and family safely. May God Bless You.