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A Sacred Circle - Family Group Conferencing
2010, 14 minutes
A Sacred Circle explores the traditional Aboriginal circle process called Family Group Conferencing and its role in making decisions regarding children and families involved in the child welfare system, and how solutions may hold the key to solving modern problems.
Distributor: BearPaw
Cherry Kinglsey: Recognizing the Person
2002, 47 minutes
Cherry Kingsley was on a cycle of drugs and prostitution when she was viciously raped at gun-point and nearly killed. This was a defining point in her life. When she gave birth to a son and connected with her First Nations' heritage, she gained the courage to fight back and began sharing her story. At the age of 30, Cherry Kingsley received the Governor-General's award in commemoration of the Persons Case. The Award recognizes an individual's contribution to the promotion of equality for women.
Distributor: Moving Images Distribution
Childhood Lost
2002, 51 minutes
Childhood Lost examines the experiences of child abuse and child sexual abuse suffered by four individuals sent to residential schools when they were very young. Viewers learn how some coped with the many years of abuse and the effects it has had on their lives. While their stories represent different generations spanning over fifty years, they are brought together to share their experiences. In the talking circle, they share memories of pain and humour.
Distributor: Filmwest Associates
Donna's Story
2001, 50 minutes
An intimate portrait of a fiercely determined survivor, Donna's Story profiles a Cree woman who left behind a bleak existence on the streets. Donna re-emerges as a powerful voice counselling Aboriginal adults and youth about abuse and addiction.
Distributor: National Film Board of Canada
Dawn Crey, Ramona Wilson and Daleen Kay Bosse are three of the estimated 500 Aboriginal Canadian women who have gone missing or been murdered over the past thirty years. Directed by Métis filmmaker Christine Welsh, Finding Dawn is a compelling documentary that puts a human face to this national tragedy. It illustrates for the first time, the deep historical, social and economic factors that contribute to the epidemic of violence against Aboriginal women both inside and outside their communities. Finding Dawn presents the ultimate message that stopping the violence is everyone’s responsibility.
Distributor: National Film Board of Canada
Also available with French subtitles: À la recherche de Dawn
Hidden - Elder Abuse in Aboriginal Communities
2011, 13 minutes
This documentary takes a hard look at elder abuse and how it plays out in Aboriginal communities.
Distributor: BearPaw
This video portrays Aboriginal people who took action to end sexual abuse in their community. Returning to Aboriginal tradition, the community adopted a healing circle to respond to sex offenders. The video is a powerful tribute to one community's ability to heal and change.
Distributor: National Film Board of Canada