Along the Tracks, tells the story of Jamal Clarke, a strong, young community leader. Jamal grew-up in the Jane and Finch community of Toronto. That’s where he created “Friends in Trouble”, to strengthen the diverse community and provide an example and inspiration for the youth. A film by Ashley Bowes for the Digital Diversity contest Documentary, Toronto, Ontario, 2007, 8 min 03 s
Abdallah of Mile-End
February 8, 2012
Abdallah is a Djiboutian-born Canadian who lives in Montreal’s Mile-End neighbourhood, famous for its cultural diversity and vibrancy of life. Everyone who meets Abdallah is immediately struck by his sheer enthusiasm for life. He tells good jokes, too.
The Afro
February 8, 2012
“Where are you from?” A seemingly easy question becomes difficult to answer for a Canadian immigrant as she examines the complexities of origin. Using poetry, spoken word artist Amani takes us on a personal journey that defines her Canadian identity without denying her cultural history. A film by Lucius Dechausay Documentary, Scarbourough, Ontario, 2007, 3 min 45 s from the Digital Diversity contest of Radio Canada International
George Elliott Clarke
February 8, 2012
A seventh-generation Canadian, George Elliot Clarke has shared his award-winning talent teaching English and Canadian Studies at Duke, in North Carolina, at McGill in Montreal and then he settled at the University of Toronto, where he is currently the E. J. Pratt Professor. He is an expert in Canadian and African diasporic literature.
Dr. Hervé Blanchard
February 8, 2012
The pioneer in pediatric liver transplants saved countless lives
Everybody Plays the Piano…But Not Like Oliver Jones
February 8, 2012
Oliver Jones talks about his life as a musician and how the music led his course to rediscover his roots. This world renowned pianist has worked with many artists and says the ones who have impressed him most are those who have remained humble. He has remained humble himself by remembering where he started. A film by Awakhiwe Dlodlo, for Radio Canada International Documentary, Montreal, 2010, 5 min 10 s
Charlie Biddle
February 8, 2012
Remembered as the father of the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Charles Biddle lent his name to the club that kept the groove going year-round. Biddles, now known as The House of Jazz, was a draw for jazz stars and fans, from around the world. Charles Biddle was made a member of the Order of Canada in 2003. The Saint Jean Baptiste Society said, ‘without him, Quebecers might not have developed
Portia White
February 8, 2012
In Portia White’s hometown of Truro, Nova Scotia there is a monument in her memory. Following her international career she settled in Toronto and taught voice until she died in 1968. In 2007 she was posthumously awarded the Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Fruit That Grows Anywhere: Alex Cuba
February 8, 2012
This Cuban Canadian feels comfortable living in a small town in Smithers, BC, Canada. And Alex Cuba doesn’t miss his Cuban roots because he has adapted well in his new country. He says his music is also Cuban-Canadian and he keeps searching in himself that fruit which can grow in both countries.
Up From the Roots
February 8, 2012
Set in Montreal, Quebec, ‘Up From The Roots’ examines the relationships that exist between the city’s various Caribbean-Canadian communities, as well as their roots and identity.
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