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University Canada West

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
University Canada West (UCW) is an innovative business and technology-oriented, teaching-focused institution in Vancouver, Canada, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees for domestic and international students. The University is a dynamic and growing institution defined by its close connections to the business community and a commitment to outstanding student services. UCW creates the most innovative, dynamic and practical learning environment for students.

Understanding Indigenous History: A Path Forward

Category: Non-Broadcast | YouTube / Vimeo | 620. Other _____ | Documentary
About Project

Understanding Indigenous History: A Path Forward, produced by University Canada West, aims to encourage Canadians to learn about Indigenous history through powerful personal narratives.

Hosted by award-winning Canadian broadcast journalist Lisa LaFlamme and featuring interviews with prominent First Nations leader Phil Fontaine, who is former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, and internationally recognized human rights expert Kathleen Mahoney, as well as some special guests, the series endeavours to help viewers navigate the intricate webs of Indigenous history and Truth and Reconciliation in Canada.

The series explores the oral history of the origins of Indigenous peoples before European settlers arrived on the land that became Canada, treaties and the fur trade, the impact of assimilation, leadership and governance within First Nations communities, Indigenous law and the 94 calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

Credits

Director of Photography
Stéphane Brisson

Producer & Writer
Rosa Hwang

Producer
Midya U

Executive Producers
Phil Fontaine
Kathleen Mahoney
Lisa LaFlamme