1858: Louis Riel & Other Quebec Curios
In 1858, a young man arrived in Montréal, unknown to many but a select few who had seen his potential as a scholar back in Manitoba. This man, Louis Riel, was supposed to [read on]
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What to Do in Montreal in April 2017
Your list of the best festivals and events taking place this April in Montreal
1812: Tecumseh at Detroit & Other Quebec Curios
One of the leaders of the War of 1812 that you might encounter was Tecumseh. As a young man, Tecumseh joined the ranks of Joseph Brant (Thayendanegea), a Loyalist Mohawk that [read on]
1812: Not Only Seven Nations & Other Quebec Curios
As many history books like to tell us, Canada would not be Canada within the War of 1812. Ostensibly a “Canadian” war, the British spared few British people, instead [read on]
Quebec’s Aboriginals, Part I & Other Quebec Curios
On our journey through Quebec history, we take a look at Quebec’s eleven aboriginal groups.
Aboriginal Communities: Demystifying Terminology & Other Quebec Curios
We take a look at the vocabulary surrounding Canada’s First Nations and Inuit communities.
Pig Girl : An Empowering Face For the Marginalized
Pig Girl explores the emotional strength of a kidnapping victim and the sister who wants to rescue her.
Ron Evans: Teller, Teacher, Elder, Explainer
Métis elder Ron Evans doesn’t tell stories in a conventional sense.
March and Vigil: Missing and Murdered Women
A large group of concerned individuals turned out to march in memory of the missing and murdered aboriginal women.
Ceux comme La Terre: Nuanced Portrait of the Dene People
Documentary presents the life and issues of this Northwest people through a close portrait and study of several Dene.
Cinema Politica Line-Up Showcases the Best Docs from Gaza to Home
This winter’s lineup at the Concordia branch of Cinema Politica has films about refugees, the justice system, and gender. Get inspired and get informed.
Daina Ashbee: Fighting Against Violence with Art in Unrelated
Daina Ashbee talks about her world premiere Unrelated and the many forms of violence that relate to the missing and murdered indigenous women.
Manifesting Public Performance : Encuentro 2014 in Montreal
International conference on the Americas makes its film and art programs available to the public.
Pursuing Shannen’s Dream : Alanis Obomsawin on Hi-Ho Mistahey!
Mylène Chevreul talks to Abenaki film director and activist Alanis Obomsawin’s documentary on the fight for equal education for First Nations.