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16TH EDITION OUR FILMS IN OUR SCHOOLS II CELEBRATING FILM EVERYWHERE We’re finally back to the big screen, but we never stopped showing your favourite films along the way. We believe the magic of movies continues to inspire anywhere. Whether you’re visiting us or watching from home, enjoy the unforgettable stories while they move you. 1 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF INDIGENOUS TERRITORY REEL CANADA’s offices are located on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, which is also the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat nations. This territory is subject to the Dish With One Spoon Covenant, a sacred agreement between the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Anishinaabe, and allied nations to peaceably share and care for the land and waters of the Great Lakes regions. REEL CANADA also conducts activities and presents programming across Canada. We acknowledge the treaty lands and traditional territories of Indigenous nations across the country. We acknowledge that the relationship between these Indigenous nations and their lands has existed since time immemorial and is ongoing. We make these acknowledgments as a sign of respect, in the spirit of reconciliation, and in recognition of Indigenous sovereignty. TABLE OF CONTENTS Who We Are p. 4 Message from the Founders p. 10 Our Team p. 11 Letters p. 12 Guests, Educational Partners & Consultants p. 16 Feature Films p. 19 Elementary School Programme p. 55 Canada On TV p. 56 Short Films p. 61 2020 Catalogue Additions p. 71 Reference Guide p. 73 Festival Partners, Donors and Supporters p. 102 Index p. 105 REEL CANADA Uniting our nation through film WHO WE ARE REEL CANADA is a charitable organization whose mission is to introduce students to the power and diversity of Canadian film and engage them in a conversation about what it means to be Canadian. Our travelling film festival has held over 3,000 screenings and reached more than 1,000,000 students over the past 14 years — and it just keeps growing. WHAT WE DO WHY WE DO IT Now entering our 15th season, we offer several Canada is an incredibly diverse nation — and if our programmes for students, all of which are available work has proven one thing, it’s that Canadians of all in both English and French. And, through National backgrounds really do love seeing themselves and Canadian Film Day, we also bring an annual their neighbours reflected on screen. Watching a great celebration of Canadian film to all Canadians. Canadian film is an amazing way to celebrate our cultures and shared values. It has the power to unite us as a nation. OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES Our school programmes serve anywhere from a single class to an entire school — and all of them are absolutely free of charge. • Our Films in Our Schools, our founding programme for high schools, which we have recently expanded to include younger grades • Welcome to Canada, for English-language learners of all ages, including adults • Indigenous Film Programme, which focuses on films made by Indigenous artists • RCtv, an interactive, live webcast, and our biggest offering for schools on National Canadian Film Day (NCFD) NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY On Wednesday, April 22, 2020, join us to celebrate the seventh annual National Canadian Film Day (NCFD): a one-day festival that gives all Canadians an opportunity to celebrate Canada by watching a great Canadian film. Visit canadianfilmday.ca to find out more. 4 THE REVIEWS ARE IN! “REEL CANADA changed my life, I learned so much about our true north strong and free.” — Grade 11 student, Dartmouth High School, Dartmouth, NS “REEL CANADA is too good to be true.” — Atom Egoyan, filmmaker “I LOVE REEL CANADA!” — Grade 9 student, John Oliver Secondary School, Vancouver BC “REEL CANADA is really essential.” — Danis Goulet (Cree/Métis), filmmaker « Continuer. REEL CANADA est très important!!! N’arrêter pas ce programme!!! » — Élève de 10e année, Collège catholique Franco-Ouest, Nepean, ON “This was the craziest, most overwhelming, revolutionary and beautiful community experience I ever had.” — Charles Officer, filmmaker ★★★★★ — Grade 12 student, Garden City Collegiate, Winnipeg, MB “A celebration of Canadian film is such an important part of who we are as Canadians.” — Deepa Mehta, filmmaker “REEL CANADA doesn’t treat us teenagers like robots, as other programs do.” — Grade 11 student, Lakeshore Catholic HS, Port Colborne, ON “It encouraged Indigenous kids to pursue their dreams and stand up for what you believe in.” — Grade 11 student, Kelvin High School, Winnipeg, MB 5 OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES OUR FILMS IN OUR SCHOOLS INDIGENOUS FILM WELCOME TO CANADA RCtv FOR HIGH FOR ELEMENTARY PROGRAMME SCHOOLS SCHOOLS JK-Grade 8 Grades 3-12 and English-language Grades 9-12 ESL Grades 9-12 Who can participate? (QC: maternelle à learners of all (QC: sec. 3 à 5) sec. 2) (QC: 3e à sec. 5) ages (QC: sec. 3 à 5) There are many ways: Watch the Spotlight • borrowing films from our DVD lending library How can my school participate? film(s) with your • planning a film festival event at your school class, then tune into • using our lesson plans (see the row below for more) our live webcast Our library includes over 500 lesson plans for grades 9 to 12 (sec. 3 à 5) and ESL/ELL. We also have Do you have lesson plans? a select number of lesson plans for elementary school students. You can use our lesson plans on your own, or as part of your engagement in any of our programmes. How much does it cost? All our programmes are absolutely FREE OF CHARGE! National Canadian Event date Schools can access our films throughout the school year. We will work with Film Day: you to choose a date that works for all involved. April 22, 2020 RCtv is an Language English, French or both. English English-language programme This publication reelcanada.ca/ reelcanada.ca/ Where to find the films or reelcanada. elementary- indigenous- reelcanada.ca/ reelcanada.ca/rctv ca/catalogue catalogue made-films esl-ell-films Access to DVDs from our library, as well as posters, quizzes, ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ games and other fun stuff RCtv is different Logistical help planning Our level of involvement depends on the size and scope of the event. Email from our other [email protected] or call 1-855-733-5709, ext. 200 to find out more offerings. Find a film festival event about planning a film festival – from a single class to the whole school. out more at reelcanada.ca/rctv Email [email protected] or call 1-855-733-5709 ext.200 to get started. 6 “I now know Canadian movies are awesome!! THANK YOU REEL CANADA!” – Grade 9 student, Bernice MacNaughton HS, Moncton, NB OUR FILMS IN OUR SCHOOLS For Grades 9 to 12 Our flagship programme is a great way to engage students in a timely and relevant discussion about identity and culture. This is a fun, participatory way to get students talking about issues that affect them every day. This book is your guide to our high school programme and the wealth of films we can offer for grades 9 to 12 (sec. 3 à 5 in Quebec). For JK to Grade 8 Due to overwhelming demand from elementary school educators whose students are already thinking about their identity and culture, we have expanded Our Films in Our Schools to include younger grades. A curated list of age-appropriate titles for younger viewers can be found at reelcanada.ca/elementary-catalogue. 7 We can’t wait to get involved every year!!! It opened our students’ eyes to Canadian film! — Teacher, Holy Cross RCtv Catholic SS, Kingston, ON Our live, interactive webcast takes place on National Canadian Film Day (April 22, 2020) and gives students the opportunity to watch movies, talk to filmmakers, play games and win prizes. It also connects them with thousands of their peers across the country in a truly massive national celebration. For more information about RCtv or to sign up for the 2020 edition, visit reelcanada.ca/rctv. C’est une expérience merveilleuse et épatante! — Élève de 11e année, Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute, Toronto, ON FRENCH-LANGUAGE PROGRAMMING If you instruct JK to Grade 8, email us at [email protected] to get started. Nous offrons aussi un catalogue de films en français et des ressources pour les francophones et classes d’immersion / FLS. Si vous enseignez le français ou vous enseignez au sein d’une école francophone et que vous voudriez recevoir une copie de notre catalogue en français, envoyez nous un courriel. [email protected] 8 INDIGENOUS FILM PROGRAMME Indigenous-made content is seamlessly integrated into all of our programmes, but there is also great value in highlighting these films through focused initiatives. When Indigenous stories are told by Indigenous filmmakers, the result is authentic, self-determined cultural expression. Seeing oneself on film can be a profound and transformative experience. This programme provides an opportunity for dialogue, cross-cultural exchange and greater understanding among Indigenous, non-Indigenous and mixed audiences alike. Visit reelcanada.ca/indigenous or email us to find out more. This programme helped me understand Canada culture easily. I loved it! — Adult English-language learner, TDSB ESL, Toronto, ON WELCOME TO CANADA Our programme for English-language learners of all ages, Welcome to Canada has proven to be a powerful way to help newcomers understand and connect to Canadian culture in a way that is meaningful, welcoming and immediate. Take advantage of cinema to illuminate Canadian culture for your students, and enhance their language skills. Visit reelcanada.ca/esl to find out more. 9 MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDERS OF REEL CANADA MESSAGE DES FONDATEURS DE REEL CANADA Why watch Canadian film? Because it’s great.