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8th Fire: Aboriginal Peoples, Canada & the Way Forward is a Canadian documentary series that aired in 2012, hosted by Wab Kinew. This four-part series examines the evolving relationship between Canada and its First Nations communities. It utilizes a multi-platform approach, incorporating television, radio, and web components, and features contributions from various First Nations, Inuit, and Métis reporters and filmmakers.
The series addresses significant themes and issues affecting Indigenous peoples in Canada, providing a platform for their voices through short films and news coverage. 8th Fire received nominations for the Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary Program and for Best Cross-Platform Project, Non-Fiction, at the 2013 Canadian Screen Awards, reflecting its impact on contemporary discussions about Indigenous rights and representation.
Why Watch
- •Meet Wab Kinew, a prominent Indigenous voice.
- •Find out about First Nations contributions in Canada.
- •See short films by Indigenous filmmakers.
Did You Know
•8th Fire aired in 2012 as part of CBC Television's Doc Zone.
•The series consists of four parts and features multiple media platforms.
•Wab Kinew hosted the documentary series.
•8th Fire was nominated for two Canadian Screen Awards in 2013.
Perfect For
Indigenous rightsCanadian historyDocumentary enthusiasts