What To Watch On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30th marks an important day in Canada’s history – the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This…
DIRECTOR ZOE HOPKINS ON HOPE, LOVE, AND “LITTLE BIRD”
Director Zoe Hopkins sits down with Wider Lens to talk about her work on the APTN series Little Bird, an experience she calls one of the most beautiful moments of her life, and the critical need for trust and resources to be given to Indigenous directors so that they can authentically portray their stories.
WHAT TO WATCH THIS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY
To celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, we’ve put together a list of groundbreaking films, shorts, and documentaries created by DGC Ontario Members, centring on the diverse and powerful experiences of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Episode 6: Horror, Sci-Fi and Fantasy Through An Indigenous lens
Indigenous film is unquestionably having a moment, with more Indigenous filmmakers telling their stories than ever before. In June, we commemorate National Indigenous History Month in Canada. To celebrate, we sat down with Directors Danis Goulet and Nyla Innuksuk.
WHAT TO WATCH THIS NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY: DGC ONTARIO PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE NOW & COMING SOON
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD), formerly National Aboriginal Day. This is a day of cultural significance for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It is observed on the 21 of June to recognize the summer solstice, the day of maximum daylight, and its importance to Indigenous Peoples. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
