BONUS VIDEOS LIBRARY
DOCUMENTARY FILMS (5)
View the trailer of the 4 films from the reconciliation film series produced by the '4 Seasons of Reconciliation' team.
Synopsis (in order of appearance)
Âsônamâtowin - a Sharing of Indigenous Knowledge
Filmed in the fields and forests of First Nations lands across western Canada, 'Âsônamâtowin a Sharing of Indigenous Knowledge' was envisioned and directed by the Elder's Circle of the First Nations University of Canada. (Saultaux, Cree and Dene Nations)
Directors: Indigenous Directors: Florence Allan, Willie Ermine, Roland Kaye, Gilbert Kewistep, Mary Lee, William Ratfoot, Margaret Reynolds
'Waniska - an Awakening of Indigenous Knowledge'
'Douglas Cardinal - Architect of the Future'
'Economic Reconciliation'
4 Seasons of Reconciliation film series is comprised of short documentary films set in Canada on the heels of the final report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The project chronicles stories on reconciliation, each to be released at a different season. The series is accompanied by bonus features highlighting reconciliation champions from across the lands in Canada. Its aim is to inspire reconciliation through media arts. Release: Fall 2018
https://www.4seasonsreconciliation.ca
An Anishinaabe raised in Blackfoot territory, architect Douglas Cardinal's curvilinear vision has produced instantly-recognizable monuments to Indigenous culture in the national capitals of both Canada and the United States. The film reveals how his Anishinaabe culture and Indigenous worldview fuel his creative genius.
4 Seasons of Reconciliation film series is comprised of short documentary films set in Canada on the heels of the final report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
© All rights reserved Productions Cazabon 2018
Running Time 13:30 minutes
Trigger Warning - 3rd World Canada
This film may be difficult to watch because it portrays the impact of suicide on a family of young orphan sibling, as well as systemic injustices. Viewer discretion is advised.
Help is available for suicide crisis and prevention. If you or someone you know are in need of support, contact the Canada Suicide Prevention Service (1-833-456-4566), Hope for Wellness Helpline (1-855-242-3310) and 1-866-APPELLE (Quebec residents), which offer 24/7 support.
In an extraordinary display of resilience, a group of spiritual Elders out on the land, teach students at the First Nations University of Canada the role of Indigenous knowledge systems in re-awakening their Nations. These Residential School Survivors shine a light on a future where Indigenous knowledge may be called upon to assist humanity.
Filmed in the fields and forests of First Nations lands across Saskatchewan, Waniska was envisioned and directed by the Elder's Circle of the First Nations University of Canada with participation from students. (Waniska means 'to awaken' in Cree language)
4 Seasons of Reconciliation film series is comprised of short documentary films set in Canada on the heels of the final report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Waniska is the first film in the series.
Directed by the Kehte-Ayak (Elder's) Circle at First Nations University of Canada
Produced by Andrée Cazabon
Cinematography & Editing by Adam Gualtieri
© All rights reserved Productions Cazabon 2018
Running Time 24:36 minutes
Until the 1950’s Canada’s Indian Act made it illegal to practise Indigenous spiritual ceremonies. Witness the return to spiritual traditions and the Elders who are sharing what was once hidden knowledge. Filmed in the fields, forests and mountains of First Nations lands across western Canada, Award-winning documentary, 'Âsônamâtowin a Sharing of Indigenous Knowledge' was envisioned and directed by the Elder's Circle of the First Nations University of Canada. Historically, spiritual Elders rarely participate in video or photographic recordings. In this film they embraced this rare film journey by envisioning and directing their own film to share with the public.
www.ReconciliationEducation.ca
Directors: Indigenous Directors: Florence Allan, Willie Ermine, Roland Kaye, Gilbert Kewistep, Mary Lee, William Ratfoot, Margaret Reynolds
Directed by the Kehte-Ayak (Elder's) Circle at First Nations University of Canada
Produced by Andrée Cazabon
Cinematography & Editing by Adam Gualtieri
© All rights reserved Productions Cazabon 2019
Running Time 26:04 minutes
Economic Reconciliation - 2019
Produced on heels of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) final report, Economic Reconciliation is the first film on this topic in Canada. While the TRC’s Call to Action #92 invites Corporate Canada to adopt the principles of reconciliation; Indigenous leaders pave the way forward towards concrete solutions that can help fuel economic growth and benefit the entire country. The short film features Indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders, sharing their insights and a hopeful glimpse at a respectful and prosperous future. The film demonstrates that reconciliation is key to economic certainty & prosperity in Canada.
Writer & Researcher: Maurice Switzer
Director & Producer: Andrée Cazabon
Cinematographer & Editor: Adam Gualtieri
reconciliationeducation.ca
4seasonsreconciliation.ca
Theme: Economic Reconciliation
Below you can view bonus content from the film ‘Economic Reconciliation’:
A clip from the documentary film, "Reconciliation on Bay St." featuring Senator Murray Sinclair.
Senator Sinclair addresses the importance of 'economic certainty' in Canada and the influence that Corporate Canada can have on the government taking action towards reconciliation.
To meet with us today and learn more about our dedicated multimedia resources, contact us at:
4Seasons@ReconciliationEducation.ca
or visit: ReconciliationEducation.ca
Theme: The Colonial Lens
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘colonialism’:
Theme: Pre-Contact
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘pre-contact and Indigenous Elders knowledge’:
(For more content like this, visit the bonus clips from the film ‘Waniska - A Sharing of Indigenous Knowledge’ below.)
4 Seasons of Reconciliation film series is comprised of 4 short documentary films set in Canada on the heels of the final report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Waniska shows an extraordinary display of resilience, a group of elders out on the land, teach students at the First Nations University the role of Indigenous Knowledge systems in re-awakening their Nations. These Residential School Survivors shine a light on a future where Indigenous Knowledge may be called upon to assist humanity.
Waniska means ‘to awaken’ in Cree.
Asonamatowin - 2019 Trailer
The sequel to Waniska.
In an extraordinary display of resilience, a group of spiritual Elders out on the land, teach students at the First Nations University of Canada the role of Indigenous knowledge systems.These Residential School Survivors shine a light on a future where Indigenous knowledge may be called upon to assist humanity.
Filmed in the fields and forests of First Nations lands across Canada, Asonamatowin was envisioned and directed by the Elder's Circle of the First Nations University of Canada with participation from students.
4 Seasons of Reconciliation film series is comprised of short documentary films set in Canada on the heels of the final report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Directed by the Kehte-Ayak (Elder's) Circle at First Nations University of Canada
Produced by Andrée Cazabon
Cinematography & Editing by Adam Gualtieri
© All rights reserved Productions Cazabon 2019
Running Time 01:04 minutes
Theme: Treaties
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘Treaties’:
Theme: The Residential Schools System
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘the impact of the Residential School System’:
Theme: UNDRIP
Below you can view bonus content related to theme of ‘the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples’:
Theme: Indigenous Relations
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘Indigenous relations’:
4 Seasons of Reconciliation interviewed P.E.I. Senator Brian Francis of Abegweit First Nation - a message of reconciliation for educators of PEI. The grade 10 history resource, 4 Seasons of Reconciliation, is launching in the classroom in fall 2018 in all French and English secondary schools of the province.
Visit: www.ReconciliationEducation.ca
Duration: 1:47 min.
Theme: Reconciliation
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘reconciliation’:
Module 9: Restitution:
Below you can view bonus content related to the theme of ‘restitution’: