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Carp Fear takes audiences on a journey to discover the most detrimental threat to the Great Lakes: Invasive Carp. Through interviewing anglers, biologists, and members of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Carp Fear uncovers this threat, and teaches audiences what they can do to prevent it.

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A collection of anonymously shared stories detailing women’s experiences of sexualization, showcasing that it may not be ‘every man,’ but it is every woman.

Content Advisory: Sexual Content - Descriptions of sexual assault and harassment

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Dressed as a real-life version of the dark knight, Brampton Batman has patrolled the city’s streets for over a decade. A man on a mission, he adopted the Batman persona as a way to give back to the community, bringing joy and inspiration where it’s often needed most. What started as simple acts of goodwill, has turned into something much bigger—transforming him into a local legend and a figurehead of hope. This documentary
explores the origins of his career and explores what it means to be a hero in the modern world. Through archival footage, studio interviews, and street interviews, his journey is highlighted in a way that emphasizes the importance of community. At its core, this documentary aims to tell the story of how Brampton Batman has left a positive effect on his community by simply being himself.

Set against the backdrop of Hamilton’s firefighting community, “From the Ashes” highlights the women who step into the heat. Weaving together candid interviews and immersive footage, this short film reveals the grit, resilience, and camaraderie of female firefighters while challenging outdated perceptions and sparking vital conversations.

​When Indigenous filmmaker Derek Sands discovers his great-great-grandfather Austin Sands' century-old dugout canoe in a museum collection, he returns home to Walpole Island First Nation to rebuild it with his community. What begins as a search for a family heirloom becomes a powerful journey of cultural renewal, intergenerational healing, and bringing a story home.