28-05-2025
Five Indigenous-themed Absolutely Canadian series docs you should watch
Each month the team behind the CBC documentary series Absolutely Canadian make their picks of recent docs they would like you to watch. Their latest selections arrive in time for June — National Indigenous History Month.
Here are the five picks. Go to CBC Gem to see the complete series. They're free to watch!
Tea Creek
In three short years, Indigenous Food Sovereignty Activist Jacob Beaton has transformed his family farm into Tea Creek, an Indigenous Food Sovereignty training centre with a mission to revive the abundance that once defined Turtle Island. Following Tea Creek through the growing season Tea Creek explores the rich history of Indigenous agriculture, the ongoing impacts of colonization and intimately portrays a passionate leader whose vision for change is creating space for healing and abundance. Director/Writer: Ryan Dickie Read More. Watch free on CBC Gem
The Death Tour
Wrestling hopefuls pursue their dreams through remote Indigenous communities in Canada's far North on 'the most grueling tour in indie wrestling.' Directors: Stephan Peterson and Sonya Ballantyne Read more. Watch free on CBC Gem
Northlore
Trapped by a storm, stalked by a wolf, and poisoned by bacteria-tainted water, five people tell dire yet mystical stories in the North. Watch them transform when confronted with the absolute power of the wilderness. Northlore is the work of Whitehorse-based co-directors Melaina Sheldon and Dave Hamelin.
Following filmmaker Taye Alvis as he looks to reconnect to his community of Walpole Island First Nation. Taye explores his relationship to Walpole Island, and how one can reconnect to their traditions and culture by way of conversation, arts, and recreation. Director: Taye Alvis Watch free on CBC Gem.
The Forgotten Warriors
Historic hunger strike immortalized in new documentary
1 year ago
Duration 4:24
The true story of Mi'kmaq activists from Conne River, NL who went on a hunger strike to secure their rights to self-determination in 1983. Director: Noel Joe
Absolutely Canadian is a national series showcasing documentaries that tell unique stories from communities across Canada. All programs are produced locally and highlight the works of independent filmmakers in each region.
