Reserve 107 (NR)

synopsis

When a group of Mennonites and Lutherans in the town of Laird discover that the land they live on is in fact the former reserve of the Young Chippewayan First Nation, they are forced to acknowledge the history that has brought them to their present confrontation. A chief and descendant of the Young Chippewayan Band decide to invite the local community to a meeting at the central site of the former reserve as members in the town remain on edge. But an inevitable encounter at the towns historic site compels the characters into an unforeseen awakening. This old injustice is about to provide a new opportunity for friendship and renew a fierce determination to repair the wrongs of the past.

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Documentary

director

Brad Leitch

writer

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synopsis

When a group of Mennonites and Lutherans in the town of Laird discover that the land they live on is in fact the former reserve of the Young Chippewayan First Nation, they are forced to acknowledge the history that has brought them to their present confrontation. A chief and descendant of the Young Chippewayan Band decide to invite the local community to a meeting at the central site of the former reserve as members in the town remain on edge. But an inevitable encounter at the towns historic site compels the characters into an unforeseen awakening. This old injustice is about to provide a new opportunity for friendship and renew a fierce determination to repair the wrongs of the past.

details

Documentary

director

Brad Leitch

writer