Fairy Creek: The Last Stand (Documentary Film) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-08-04 | Fairy Creek: The Last Stand (Documentary Film)In less than 150 years, 97.3% of British Columbia's old growth forests have been logged. These ancient trees and their ecosystems have been lost forever. Fairy Creek (Ada'itsx), one of BC's last untouched old growth watersheds, lies on Southern Vancouver Island on the unceded territories of the Pacheedaht, Ditidaht and the Huu-ay-aht Nations. Despite Premier John Horgan's 2020 election promise to protect the remaining 2.7% of old growth forest, logging of Fairy Creek continues unabated. In August 2020, forest and land defenders began setting up blockades to prevent the destruction of this beautiful and fragile ecosystem. One year later, after mass civil action, over 500 arrests and intense public pressure, the conflict continues. This comprehensive and compelling documentary film sheds light on the issues around the logging and blockades, through conversations with Indigenous Elders, politicians, police, lawyers, front line activists, and many others.Special thank you to all those who helped make this documentary possible! For more information and to stay updated on this story, please check-out and follow:(On Instagram)Arvin Singh Dang: @arvinoutsideMike Graeme: @mikegraemeJen Osborne: @jen_osborne_photographyDavid Testo: @davidtestoJustin Douglas: @justinalexdouglasCanada's Social Change-Makers: @canadassocialchangemakersThe Flying Rainforest Squad: @flyingrainforestsquadThe Fairy Creek Blockade: @fairycreekblockadeCorrection: Please note that Jen Osborne was spelled incorrectly in the film. You can find all of her work here: jenosbornestudio.com
Fairy Creek: Adam Olsen - Member of the Legislative Assembly, British Columbia, Canada Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-09-10 | Fairy Creek: Adam Olsen - Member of the Legislative Assembly, British Columbia, CanadaA supplement to our documentary film "Fairy Creek: The Last Stand," featuring an interview with Adam Olsen, MLA Saanich North, Vancouver Island, BC.In this interview, Adam discusses Fairy Creek and the fight to save old growth forests, Indigenous reconciliation, and the state of governance in BC from the perspective of a politician and an Indigenous member of the Tsartlip First Nation.Watch the full documentary here: youtu.be/C-DitozPh98
Fairy Creek: Kathy Code - Spokesperson for the Rainforest Flying Squad Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-09-05 | Fairy Creek: Kathy Code - Spokesperson for the Rainforest Flying SquadA supplement to our documentary film "Fairy Creek: The Last Stand," featuring an interview with one of the spokespeople for the Rainforest Flying Squad, Kathy Code.In this interview, Kathy discusses the situation at Fairy Creek and the need to protect the last remaining old growth trees on Vancouver Island; the evolution of the Rainforest Flying Squad; the injunction, the deferral and the legal appeals; some of the taxpayer costs associated with the cut blocks, RCMP enforcement and courtroom battles; as well as alternative solutions, including Indigenous co-governance and a government minister's directive.The full documentary can be viewed here: youtu.be/C-DitozPh98
Fairy Creek: Sonia Furstenau - Leader of the BC Green Party Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-08-31 | Fairy Creek: Sonia Furstenau - Leader of the BC Green PartyA supplement to our documentary film "Fairy Creek: The Last Stand," featuring an interview with the Leader of the BC Green Party, Sonia Furstenau.In this candid interview, Sonia shares her thoughts on the situation at Fairy Creek; the NDP government's responsibility in creating and resolving the situation; the implications of RCMP enforcement; co-governance models that recognize Indigenous land stewardship; and the pressing need to address the climate crisis. The full documentary can be viewed here: youtu.be/C-DitozPh98
Justin Trudeau Snubbs Indigenous Youth on Unceded WSANEC land (Vancouver Island) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-08-19 | Justin Trudeau Snubbs Indigenous Youth on Unceded WSANEC land (Vancouver Island)While Trudeau was campaigning for his majority government, a small group of Indigenous asked to speak to him about his campaign promises for reconciliation. Rather than engage these youth, he sat on a bus until he could be whisked away to another location.
Fairy Creek: Rose Henry (Grandmother Losah) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-08-19 | Fairy Creek: Rose Henry (Grandmother Losah)As supplementals to our documentary Fairy Creek: The Last Stand, we will be releasing the full interviews of some of the participants. Up first is the matriarch herself - Rose Henry!In this interview, Rose shares her thoughts on the situation at Fairy Creek, (the lack of) government response, the RCMP and their relationship to Indigenous peoples, and the need to recognize our colonial history (including MMIWG, the 60's Scoop, Residential Schools, and the children who will never return home). The full documentary on Fairy Creek is available to watch here: youtu.be/C-DitozPh98
Paul Taylor - Executive Director of FoodShare on the Right to Food in Canada Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-05-30 | Paul Taylor - Executive Director of FoodShare on the Right to Food in CanadaIn this interview, Paul discusses FoodShare, a Canadian organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity. He also addresses the connection between food insecurity, systemically vulnerable communities and traditional food-based charity. He advocates for disrupting and rebuilding the food industry through guaranteed income, fair (livable) wages and community-based food initiatives. Additional Resources:foodshare.netinstagram.com/foodsharetoinstagram.com/paultaylorto
Food is Connection: Jumana Risheq on Food Security, Food Sovereignty and Land Reclamation Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-04-24 | Food is Connection: Jumana Risheq on Food Security, Food Sovereignty and Land ReclamationA second-generation refugee of occupied Palestine, born in Jordan, Jumana Risheq is now a fierce advocate for food sovereignty, traditional medicine, land rights, immigrants and refugees, as well as independent media. Jumana is a member of the Iye Collective. She is also the creative director on the documentary "Food is Connection," which was made in conjunction with CRFAIR for the Good Food Summit.Links:Instagram: @jumana.risheqThe Iye Collective: @iye.herstorieshttp://www.crfair.ca
Kimahli Powell - Executive Director of Rainbow Railroad on Protecting LGBTQIA+ Refugees Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-04-07 | Kimahli Powell - Executive Director of Rainbow Railroad on Protecting LGBTQIA+ Refugees Rainbow Railroad is a charitable organization that helps lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQIA+) individuals escape violence and persecution in their home countries. Since 2006, Rainbow Railroad has helped over 800 LGBTQIA+ people from 38 different countries around the world. In this interview Kimahli talks about the work of the organization, the ongoing struggle of LGBTQIA+ refugees, and human rights in general.For more information on Rainbow Railroad see: rainbowrailroad.org
What is Restorative Justice? A Discussion with Christianne Paras & Gillian Lindquist Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-02-25 | What is Restorative Justice? Christianne Paras, Executive Director of the Restorative Justice Association of BC and Gillian Lindquist, Executive Director of Restorative Justice Victoria discuss this important alternative to the dominant legal system in Canada.Christianne Paras is the Executive Director of Restorative Justice Association of BC. She co-founded ROOTS -- Reclaiming Our Own Truths & Stories -- dedicated to anti-racism in restorative justice and community spaces. She is also an instructor at Simon Fraser University, an anti-oppression /anti-racism facilitator with the North Shore Multicultural Society, and a contributing author of "Colorizing Restorative Justice."Gillian Lindquist is the Executive Director of Restorative Justice Victoria. Gillian’s commitment to excellence, to building community and to professionalism in the delivery of restorative justice earned her the 2013 national Ron Wiebe Restorative Justice Award. She also sits on the Board of the Restorative Justice Association of BC.For more information on the Restorative Justice Association of BC, see their website here: rjabc.ca For more information on Restorative Justice Victoria, visit their website here: http://www.rjvictoria.comFor more information on Christianne's book "Colorizing Restorative Justice," see: http://www.livingjusticepress.org/index.asp?SEC={A4F47CC8-F442-437C-B33E-3F41DC21841A}
Martin Lukacs - Investigative Journalist: Speaking Truth about Power Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-01-31 | Martin Lukacs - Investigative Journalist: "Speaking Truth about Power"In this rare, exclusive interview, Martin Lukacs discusses his work as an investigative journalist; his political and environmental exposés, Indigenous rights, neoliberalism, corporate versus independent media, and his new media platform in Canada. Martin Lukacs, journalist for the UK Guardian for five years, has been published in The Tyee, The CBC, and The National Observer, and other media outlets. He’s broken important stories about the government spying on First Nations, oil company cover-ups, and Canadian charities being used to militarize the police. He authored the book “The Trudeau Formula: Seduction and Betrayal in the Age of Discontent” about the realities behind Justin Trudeau's brand. He also co-authored the Leap Manifesto, on addressing the climate crisis.Find more information on Martin's work here:cbc.ca/news/opinion/author/martin-lukacs-1.5604468thetyee.ca/Bios/Martin_Lukacspolicyalternatives.ca/authors/martin-lukacshuffingtonpost.ca/author/martin-lukacstheguardian.com/profile/martin-lukacsnationalobserver.com/u/martin-lukacs
Emillee Gilpin - Managing Editor at IndigiNews on Decolonizing Journalism Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-01-15 | Emillee Gilpin - Managing Editor at IndigiNews on Decolonizing Journalism IndigiNews is a new digital platform for local news serving First Nations, Inuit, Métis and the broader communities of British Columbia. The all-female and non-binary, staff provides local, community news from independent Indigenous perspectives. Managing Editor, Emille Gilpin, discusses the innovative platform, her role at IndigiNews, her background in journalism, and the importance of independent media in Canada. Check out IndigiNews' website here: indiginews.comFacebook page: facebook.com/IndigiNewsInstagram: instagram.com/indiginews
Marianne Cerilli - Former Manitoban MLA on Activist Politics, Green Labour & Revitalizing Democracy Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-01-10 | Marianne Cerilli - Former Manitoban MLA on Activist Politics, Green Labour & Revitalizing DemocracyMarianne Cerilli served as the New Democratic member of the Manitoban legislature from 1990 - 2003. In this interview, Marianne discusses her early connection to the labour movement and social activism; her time serving as an elected official; her work now as an "Agent of Change;" and her thoughts on activist politics, the green labour economy and revitalizing democracy in Canada. Visit here "Change Agent" website here: mariannecerilli.ca
Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (Part III) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2021-01-03 | Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (Part III)In Part 3 of our 3-part series, the panelists discuss Black Lives Matter Canada -- the differences between the Canadian & American experiences; the concepts of 'Tokenism' & 'Allyship;' and the movement to reallocate resources from police services to mental health & other social services. The panelists are:Asiyah Robinson (Victoria, BC) was born and raised in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Asiyah is an active community member, using her voice to represent her Black and Muslim communities. She is a core member of Resilience BC’s Steering and Advisory Committees. Asiyah is also a member of Iye Creative Community, an initiative dedicated to Black sovereignty. She is a recent graduate of the University of Victoria, majoring in Biochemistry and Chemistry. Dr. Devi Mucina (Victoria, BC) is an Indigenous Ubuntu from the Ngoni and Shona people of southern Africa. He received his PhD from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Department of Sociology and Equity Studies, University of Toronto. He is now an Associate Professor and Director of the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic, as well as a researcher focused on Black Indigenous masculinities. John Lennard (Montreal, QC) is a tax lawyer and Partner at Davies, Ward, Phillips. He completed his legal studies at McGill University, where he double majored in common and civil law. He has been active in politics and the not-for-profit sector, including volunteering with Centraide Montreal. He has been outspoken regarding political corruption and has been demanding accountability from our leadership. Towela Mkanda (Winnipeg, MB) is the CEO of W.H.O.A, an organization dedicated to bringing African and Canadian cultures together through dance, song and storytelling. Her educational background is in the global political economy. She has been very active in the movement towards equal rights, inclusion and the recognition of diversity. Devi's Book, Ubuntu Relational Love: Decolonizing Black Masculinities is available for purchase here: uofmpress.ca/books/detail/ubuntu-relational-love
Tantoo Cardinal - The Iconic Actor on her Life, her Career and her Activism Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-12-26 | Tantoo Cardinal - The Iconic Canadian Actor on her Life, her Career and her Activism In this interview, Tantoo Cardinal discusses her life growing up in Canada, her iconic acting career, as well as her Indigenous rights and environmental protection activism.
Jimbo the Drag Clown - Canadas Drag Race Fan Favourite Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-12-12 | Jimbo the Drag Clown - Canada's Drag Race Fan FavouriteIn this interview Jimbo discusses his life, how the character of Jimbo came to be, his time on Canada's Drag Race, the House of Jimbo, his other projects, and future plans.Find The House of Jimbo here: houseofjimbo.com
Shannon Loutitt - CEO & Co-Founder of the International Indigenous Speakers Bureau (IISB) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-11-19 | Shannon Loutitt - CEO & Co-Founder of the International Indigenous Speakers Bureau (IISB)The International Indigenous Speakers Bureau is the first of its kind. It provides opportunities for Indigenous speakers to share their knowledge, perspectives and experiences with both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in Canada and around the globe. In this interview, Shannon Loutitt, CEO and co-founder of the IISB, discusses the organization; how it came into being; the speakers list; and the importance of the organization and its work. Loutitt also shares personal stories of her experience in creating the IISB. For more information on the IISB, check out their website here: iisb.ca
Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (Part II) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-10-24 | Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (Part II)In Part 2 of our 3-part series, each panelist addresses their own lived experiences: what it is like to be a Black man, a Black gay man, a Black woman, and a Black Muslim woman in Canada.The panelists are:Asiyah Robinson (Victoria, BC) was born and raised in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Asiyah is an active community member, using her voice to represent her Black and Muslim communities. She is a core member of Resilience BC’s Steering and Advisory Committees. Asiyah is also a member of Iye Creative Community, an initiative dedicated to Black sovereignty. She is a recent graduate of the University of Victoria, majoring in Biochemistry and Chemistry. Dr. Devi Mucina (Victoria, BC) is an Indigenous Ubuntu from the Ngoni and Shona people of southern Africa. He received his PhD from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Department of Sociology and Equity Studies, University of Toronto. He is now an Associate Professor and Director of the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic, as well as a researcher focused on Black Indigenous masculinities. John Lennard (Montreal, QC) is a tax lawyer and Partner at Davies, Ward, Phillips. He completed his legal studies at McGill University, where he double majored in common and civil law. He has been active in politics and the not-for-profit sector, including volunteering with Centraide Montreal. He has been outspoken regarding political corruption and has been demanding accountability from our leadership. Towela Mkanda (Winnipeg, MB) is the CEO of W.H.O.A, an organization dedicated to bringing African and Canadian cultures together through dance, song and storytelling. Her educational background is in the global political economy. She has been very active in the movement towards equal rights, inclusion and the recognition of diversity. Devi's Book, Ubuntu Relational Love: Decolonizing Black Masculinities is available for purchase here: uofmpress.ca/books/detail/ubuntu-relational-love
Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (PART 1) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-10-16 | Black Lives Matter (Canada): Panel Discussion with Asiyah, Devi, John, & Towela (PART 1)In Part 1 of our 3-part series, the panelists discuss Black Lives Matter Canada -- what it means to them; why the movement has come to the forefront of public discourse; and the goals, hopes and aspirations of the movement. The panelists are:Asiyah Robinson (Victoria, BC) was born and raised in Freeport, Grand Bahama. Asiyah is an active community member, using her voice to represent her Black and Muslim communities. She is a core member of Resilience BC’s Steering and Advisory Committees. Asiyah is also a member of Iye Creative Community, an initiative dedicated to Black sovereignty. She is a recent graduate of the University of Victoria, majoring in Biochemistry and Chemistry. Dr. Devi Mucina (Victoria, BC) is an Indigenous Ubuntu from the Ngoni and Shona people of southern Africa. He received his PhD from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, Department of Sociology and Equity Studies, University of Toronto. He is now an Associate Professor and Director of the Indigenous Governance Program at UVic, as well as a researcher focused on Black Indigenous masculinities. John Lennard (Montreal, QC) is a tax lawyer and Partner at Davies, Ward, Phillips. He completed his legal studies at McGill University, where he double majored in common and civil law. He has been active in politics and the not-for-profit sector, including volunteering with Centraide Montreal. He has been outspoken regarding political corruption and has been demanding accountability from our leadership. Towela Mkanda (Winnipeg, MB) is the CEO of W.H.O.A, an organization dedicated to bringing African and Canadian cultures together through dance, song and storytelling. Her educational background is in the global political economy. She has been very active in the movement towards equal rights, inclusion and the recognition of diversity. Devi's Book, Ubuntu Relational Love: Decolonizing Black Masculinities is available for purchase here: uofmpress.ca/books/detail/ubuntu-relational-love
Mumilaaq Qaqqaq - MP for Nunavut on Inuit Culture, Activism in the North & the Legacy of Colonialism Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-10-04 | Mumilaaq Qaqqaq - MP for Nunavut on Inuit Culture, Activism in the North & the Legacy of ColonialismAt 25, Mumilaaq Qaqqaq was elected NDP MP for the Territory of Nunavut. In this interview, Mumilaaq discusses her Inuit culture, her experiences in politics and the legacy of Colonialism (including racism; inadequate housing and clean water; food insecurity; substance abuse; suicides; violence against women and children; residential schools; and forced assimilation). Mumilaaq talks about the ongoing Inuit struggle for human rights and self-determination, and highlights the resilience, love and beauty of the peoples of the North. To find out more about Mumilaaq, check out her website here:mumilaaqqaqqaq.ndp.caAnd her YouTube series, "Moments with Mumilaaq," here:youtube.com/channel/UCpgqA2JA2kNsKbp8anYs3Ag
Jill Van Gyn - CEO of FATSO Peanut Butter, on Ethical Capitalism & Addiction Recovery Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-09-04 | Jill Van Gyn - CEO of FATSO Peanut Butter, on "Ethical Capitalism" & Addiction RecoveryIn this interview, Jill Van Gyn, CEO of FATSO Peanut Butter, discusses her company; the idea of "ethical capitalism;" the impact of COVID-19 on food security; and the social causes and movements she supports (including Peers Victoria, an organization supporting current and former sex workers). Jill also talks openly about her experiences with addiction and recovery; and overcoming depression.For more information on FATSO see their website here: eatfatso.comFind FATSO on Instagram here: instagram.com/eatfatsoFind FATSO on Facebook here: facebook.com/eatfatso
Val Napoleon & Jessica Asch - From the Indigenous Law Research Unit on Indigenous Law Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-08-24 | Val Napoleon & Jessica Asch - From the Indigenous Law Research Unit on Indigenous LawDr. Val Napoleon is the co-founder of the world's first Indigenous Law degree program. Val is an Associate Professor of Indigenous Justice & Governance at the University of Victoria, a member of BC's Saulteau First Nation and an adopted member of the Gitanyow (Gitksan). She co-founded the Indigenous Law Research Unit (ILRU) and the Joint Degree Program in Canadian Common Law and Indigenous Legal Orders (JD/JID). Jessica Asch is the Indigenous Law Research Unit's Research Director, leading collaborative research and public legal education projects on Indigenous Law questions relating to citizenship, gender, dispute resolution, child welfare, land, water, and resources. Jessica's parents settled in Treaty 6 Territory, where she was born. She has lived on Lekwungen-speaking territories for the majority of the last 23 years. She is also an LLM candidate at the University of Victoria. In this interview Val and Jessica discuss the Indigenous Law Research Unit and the Joint Degree Law Program at University of Victoria. They also address reclaiming & rebuilding Indigenous Legal Orders; the Indian Act; Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls; the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; anti-racism; & the BIPOC Lives Matter Movement.For more information on ILRU, visit their website here: http://ilru.caTo watch the Indigenous Law Video on Demand series click here: uvic.ca/law/about/indigenous/indigenouslawresearchunit/videoondemand.phpFind ILRU on Facebook here: facebook.com/IndigenousLawResearchUnit/?modal=admin_todo_tour
Ngozi Paul - Award-Winning Actor, Writer, Director, Producer, & Star of Da Kink in My Hair Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-08-20 | Ngozi Paul - Award-Winning Actor, Writer, Director, Producer, & Star of "Da Kink in My Hair"Ngozi Paul is a an award-winning stage and screen actor, writer, director, producer and activist. In this interview she discusses her career beginnings at the Stratford Festival of Canada; the television series "Da Kink in My Hair" (which she co-created, produced and starred in, and which is now available on CBC GEM); her inaugural play "The Emancipation of Ms. Lovely" (which was nominated for six Dora awards and won for Outstanding New Play); her production company Emancipation Arts; FreeUp!, a youth-led organization and yearly festival that celebrates Emancipation Day (August 1); and her sister, Annamie Paul's run for the leadership of the Green Party of Canada. To watch "Da Kink in My Hair," on CBC GEM click here:gem.cbc.ca/season/da-kink-in-my-hair/season-1/b0c7eb7c-2719-49da-8156-4a6948352d2cFor more information on FreeUp!, see the website here:https://www.freeup.online/To sign the Petition for the Recognition of Emancipation Day in Canada see the link here:petitions.ourcommons.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-2759
Standing on the Line Round Table Discussion with Paul, Anastasia, Brock, and David Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-07-08 | "Standing on the Line" Round Table Discussion with Paul, Anastasia, Brock, and David"Standing on the Line" is a Canadian documentary that explores homophobia in sport and the "coming out" experiences of professional athletes. Directed by Paul-Émile d'Entremont and produced by the National Film Board of Canada, the film is now available to stream on CBC GEM. Director Paul-Émile d'Entremont; Olympic speed skater Anastasia Bucsis; hockey player Brock McGillis; and soccer player David Testo discuss the film, their coming out experiences and the state of acceptance of LGBTQ+ in professional sport. Find the full "Standing on the Line" documentary on CBC GEM here:gem.cbc.ca/media/documentary-specials/episode-122/38e815a-012b8e39c77National Film Board Trailer:nfb.ca/film/standing-on-the-line
Annamie Paul - Candidate for Leader of the Green Party of Canada Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-07-02 | Update: Annamie Paul is now the elected Leader of the Green Party of CanadaAn open, informative interview with Annamie Paul - lawyer, mother, human rights advocate, and Green Party leadership candidate. Paul discusses her motivation for seeking the Green Party leadership, her vision for our shared future and her thoughts on some of today's hottest topics (climate change, electoral reform, racism in Canada, the "defund the police" movement, and what we've learned from COVID-19).For more information on Annamie Paul or the Green Party of Canada, see:annamiepaul.cagreenparty.ca/engreenparty.ca/en/leadership-contest
Just In Canada & the Civics Factor Present: The Potentials and Risks for Democracy during COVID-19 Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2020-04-30 | Covid-19 has fundamentally changed the lives of Canadians and has huge repercussions for the future of democracy, leadership and our shared values in Canada. This video/podcast is a joint production of Just In Canada (Canada's Social Change-Makers) with Justin Douglas and the Civics Factor with Mark McInnes. We are joined by Lynn Hancock (PhD in political science from Yale University), where we discuss the ramifications of Covid-19 on the Canadian landscape, the potentials and risks for Canadian democracy, new forms of civic engagement, and a plethora of other Canadian politically charged topics.The Civics Factor is a channel and podcast dedicated to exploring concepts and tools that democracies need to organize good leadership. www.civicsfactor.comwww.facebook.com/TheCivicsFactor
Campbell Stuart - Former Mayor of Montréal West, on Protecting Green Spaces Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2018-03-28 | Campbell Stuart is the former Mayor of Montréal West, law partner at Colby Monet and an avid proponent of protecting public green spaces. He talks about the serious money needed to defend the environment, and the importance of political and social engagement to fight for policy change. For more information check out the links below:Les Amis de Meadowbrook: http://lesamisdemeadowbrook.org/aboutLegacy Fund for the Environment: http://montrealgazette.com/opinion/opinion-fight-to-preserve-western-montreal-natural-spaces-not-yet-won
Jillian LeBlanc - On Women in Politics Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2018-03-01 | Jillian discusses engaging women, youth and underrepresented groups in Canadian politics. Jillian LeBlanc is a two-time nominee for the Samara "Everyday Political Citizen" Award. She has been very active with Equal Voice Canada, IVOTE-JEVOTE, and Daughter's of the Vote .For more information, or to get involved, check out the following links:equalvoice.cahttp://www.samaracanada.com/everyday-political-citizenhttp://www.ivote-jevote.ca/enhttp://www.daughtersofthevote.ca
Dr. Isabelle Bisson - Chair of the Sierra Club QC, on Protecting Natural Spaces Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2018-02-16 | Dr. Bisson is the co-chair of the Executive Committee of the Sierra Club Canada, Quebec Chapter. She discusses the efforts of the Sierra Club to preserve wetlands and wildlife, the importance of citizen engagement, and the need to protect natural spaces. For more information on how to get involved with the Sierra Club Canada or the Quebec Chapter, see:http://www.sierraclub.cahttp://www.sierraclub.ca/fr/quebec
Cindy Tessier-Trudeau & Julien Corrado on Le Livart Art Centre Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-11-24 | Livart is a unique, non-profit community centre in Montréal. With its galleries, art school, studios, and event venues all housed in one historic building, Livart's mission is to make art accessible to all. Cindy and Julien discuss Livart's conception, and the programs and events available. For more information, see: http://lelivart.com
David Testo - Former Captain of Montréal Impact, on Coming Out Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-09-29 | David Testo is the former Captain of Montréal Impact and first professional soccer player in North America to "come out." He discusses his career, his coming out experiences, and his thoughts on LGBT athletes and tolerance in professional sport.
Mark Kenneth Woods & Michael Yerxa - Filmmakers, on TWO SOFT THINGS, TWO HARD THINGS Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-08-29 | Filmmakers Mark Kenneth Woods & Michael Yerxa discuss their documentary, TWO SOFT THINGS, TWO HARD THINGS, and their experiences in the Canadian television and film industry. TWO SOFT THINGS, TWO HARD THINGS starts as an exploration of LGBT Pride Celebrations in Iqaluit, Nunavut but expands into a fascinating, informative and emotional exploration of colonialism, privilege and loss of culture. For more information, please see:Website: www.twosofttwohard.comTrailer: youtu.be/gd56h-xAlsgAwards: Winner – Best Documentary – Jury Award Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival 2017 Winner – Best International Documentary – Jury Award Queer Hippo International LGBT Film Festival 2017 Winner – Best Documentary (Long) – Jury Award Cinhomo: Muestra Internacional Cine y Diversidad Sexual Winner – Best Documentary – Jury Award Fargo-Moorhead LGBT Film Festival 2016 Winner – Best Two-Spirited Film – Audience Choice Award Queer North Film Festival 2016 Winner – Best Native Cinema Film – Audience Choice Award Durango Independent Film Festival 2016
Sylvain Tremblay - Artist, on his NO GENDER Exhibit and other Inspirations Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-05-04 | Internationally acclaimed artist, Sylvain Tremblay, talks about the creative origins of his NO GENDER exhibit, his experiences and inspirations in New York and China, and his new book.For more information, please see: http://sylvaintremblay.ca/en/sylvain-tremblay-artist-painter-biennale-venice-exhibition-group-show.phphttp://www.thompsonlandry.com/artists/a_tremblay.htmlhttp://www.galerieiris.com/les-artistes/tremblay-sylvain
Nathalie Brunet - Agent & Producer, on the Canadian Film Industry Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-04-30 | Nathalie Brunet, owner of the Omada Agency and Hitchwood Films, talks about her experiences and views on the film industry.For more information, please see: http://www.omada.ca & http://www.hitchwoodfilms.com
Audrey Dépault - National Manager of the Climate Reality Project Canada, on Climate Action Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-04-25 | Audrey Dépault, national manager of the Climate Reality Project Canada, discusses her grassroots organization, the urgency of the climate crisis, and how to get involved in climate action. For more information on the Climate Reality Project Canada visit: http://www.climatereality.ca and http://climatehub.strikingly.com
Francis Chalifour - Writer, on his book AFTER (Nominated for the Govenor Generals Literacy Award) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-04-02 | Toronto-based writer and educator, Francis Chalifour, discusses his book AFTER, the story of a teenage boy overcoming the grief of his father's suicide. He also talks about his other works, including CALL ME MIMI (about bullying) and his experiences as a Canadian writer. AFTER won the 2005 Edna Staebler Award for creative non-fiction and was nominated for the Governor General's Literacy Award in 2005.
Louise Lamarre – Filmmaker, on her Documentary BEYOND SIGHT Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-03-13 | Filmmaker and educator, Louise Lamarre, discusses her documentary BEYOND SIGHT, which explores Inuit culture and the impact of climate change on Canadian Arctic sovereignty. She also shares her experiences in the Canadian film industry.BEYOND SIGHT: Official Selection of FIFA and Cinema of the Bayou Film Festivals.See the trailer here:http://hgagnondistribution.com/en/titles/new-releases/beyond-sight
David Bertet - President of EN VERO, on Wrongful Imprisonment Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-03-05 | David Bertet, President of EN VERO (formerly the Canadian Association for Rights & Truth), discusses his Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to freeing people wrongfully convicted and falsely imprisoned at-home and abroad. For more information on En Vero, visit their website at: http://www.en-vero.org/enFor more information on their Global Giving fundraising campaign, visit: globalgiving.org/projects/un-prisonment
Dominic Poliquin – Filmmaker, on FORCES (Jury Prize Winner for Best Short Film) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-02-06 | Montréal-based filmmaker, Dominic Poliquin, discusses his award-winning film FORCES (winner of the Image & Nation Award Jury Prize for Best Short Film), his "Heritage Minute" parodies and his upcoming documentary MUMBA'S MEMORY.Heritage Minute-Gay Marriage: youtube.com/watch?v=I2waZOYD0-AHeritage Minute-Lesbian Marriage: youtube.com/watch?v=vEgCfdF3fNk
Louis-Philippe Rochon - Producer, on his Award-Winning Movie RACE Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2017-01-27 | Canadian/Québécois film producer Louis-Philippe Rochon talks about Race: The Jessie Owens Story (winner of 4 Canadian Screen Awards), his TV show Les pêcheurs on Radio-Canada, and the Canadian film industry.
Canadas Social Change-Makers Promotional Video Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2016-12-29 | Check out our short promotional video for Just In Canada's Social Change-Makers series.
Nakuset - Montréals Woman of the Year, on being a Child of the 60s Scoop Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2016-03-31 | Nakuset, Montréal's Woman of the Year 2014 and Executive Director of the Native Women's Shelter of Montréal, discusses being a child of "the 60's Scoop," the relationship between homeless Native women and police, and some of the steps being taken to protect and empower Indigenous women. For more information about the Native Women's Shelter of Montréal, please see their website at: http://www.nwsm.infoFor more information about Nakuset's series "Indigenous Power," please see: http://indigenouspower.ca
Mikela Jay - Narrator of THE CORPORATION, on Intersexuality Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2016-02-27 | Mikela Jay, actress, singer, former model, and narrator of the award-winning film THE CORPORATION and other documentaries, talks about her career, intersexuality, and the No Gender exhibit by renowned Quebecois artist, Sylvain Tremblay.For more information about the exhibit and the Never Apart community centre, please see http://www.neverapart.com/exhibitions/no-gender/.
Matthew Hays - Journalist, on Canadian Media Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-15 | Award-winning journalist, academic and film critic, Matthew Hays, discusses media and politics in Canada.
Elizabeth Long - Immigration Lawyer, on Canadian Politics Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-09 | Elizabeth Long on immigration and refugee rights in Canada. Long, a founding partner of Long Mangalji, a boutique immigration law firm in Toronto, is a certified specialist in citizenship and immigration law, and has also been actively involved in Canadian politics.
Juste au Canada - Juste les partis politiques - Version française Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-06 | Êtes-vous indécis au sujet des élections fédérales? Voici une introduction aux cinq principaux partis politiques en lice. Découvrez notre premier court métrage d’animation: Canada 101: Juste les partis politiques.
Canada 101 Just Political Parties Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-05 | Want an introduction to the core values of Canada's five main political parties? Check out our animated short: Canada 101: Just Political Parties.
Jessica Dolan - Environmentalist, on the Boreal Forest (Full Interview) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-02 | An interview on the Boreal forest and environmentalism in Canada, with Jessica Dolan. Dolan is a published author, educator and public speaker in process of completing her Ph.D. in Anthropology at McGill University.
Jessica Dolan - Environmentalist, on the Boreal Forest (Short Interview) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-10-02 | Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/gBnpL02MSlgAn interview on the Boreal forest and environmentalism in Canada, with Jessica Dolan. Dolan is a published author, educator and public speaker, in process of completing her Ph.D. in Anthropology at McGill University.
Kenneth Deer - Educator, on Mohawk Sovereignty (Short Interview) Just In Canada / Juste au Canada 2015-09-29 | Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/62xE64pcg_8Kenneth Deer on the U.N. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Deer, an educator, award-winning journalist, and internationally respected human rights activist, is from the Bear Clan of the Mohawk Nation, of the Kahnawake Territory south of Montréal.
