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Naomi Klein's Playlist of Films about the Environment (Ages 12-14)

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Canadian author Naomi Klein compiled this playlist of documentaries that investigate the complex relationship between the economy and our environment. The films examine the impact of corporate decisions on the environment and celebrate the inspiring responses of communities in Canada and around the world. Pour visionner cette sélection en français, cliquez ici. Films in This Playlist Include Being Caribou Cafeteria Worst Case Scenario Our Nationhood The Hole Story Marilyn Waring on the Environment Show Three

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Naomi Klein's Playlist of Films about the Environment (Ages 12-14)

Canadian author Naomi Klein compiled this playlist of documentaries that investigate the complex relationship between the economy and our environment. The films examine the impact of corporate decisions on the environment and celebrate the inspiring responses of communities in Canada and around the world.

Pour visionner cette sélection en français, cliquez ici.

Films in This Playlist Include
Being Caribou
Cafeteria
Worst Case Scenario
Our Nationhood
The Hole Story
Marilyn Waring on the Environment Show Three

Playlist

  • Being Caribou
    Being Caribou
    Leanne Allison  &  Diana Wilson 2004 54 min
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  • Cafeteria
    Cafeteria
    Francine Hébert 2015 24 min
    This short documentary looks at how an entire community mobilized to improve the cafeteria menu at a primary school in Cocagne, New Brunswick. Rallying behind this noble cause, residents put their shoulder to the wheel, promoting products from local farmers over those of multinational corporations. Everyone gets involved to make healthy eating a common goal as well as a learning opportunity.
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  • Worst Case Scenario
    Worst Case Scenario
    Glynis Whiting 2001 43 min
    This documentary looks at the risks of a proposed sour gas well near Clearwater River, in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. Farmers and landowners all share concerns. Residents opposed to the well fear a deadly hydrogen sulphide leak. Shell Canada says it must drill to meet energy needs. When mediation talks break down, both sides anxiously await a ruling from Alberta's Energy and Utilities Board.
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  • Our Nationhood
    Our Nationhood
    Alanis Obomsawin 2003 1 h 36 min
    In this feature-length documentary, Indigenous filmmaker and artist Alanis Obomsawin chronicles the determination and tenacity of the Listuguj Mi'kmaq people to use and manage the natural resources of their traditional lands. The film provides a contemporary perspective on the Mi'kmaq people's ongoing struggle and ultimate success, culminating in the community receiving an award for Best Managed River from the same government that had denied their traditional rights.
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  • The Hole Story
    The Hole Story
    Richard Desjardins  &  Robert Monderie 2011 1 h 19 min
    In this feature documentary, Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie continue in the same provocative vein as their earlier Forest Alert, this time turning their lens on Canada's mining industry. Using striking images, rare archival footage and interviews, The Hole Story analyzes company profits and the impact of mining on the environment and workers’ health.
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  • Marilyn Waring on the Environment Show Three
    Marilyn Waring on the Environment Show Three
    Terre Nash 1996 26 min
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