A Sobering Story

Catalogue Number: RTV050
Producer: RESEARCHTV INC.
Producers: La Via, Ryan
Directors: La Via, Ryan
Producing Agencies: R & R Films
Subject: Canadian Social Issues, Criminal Justice & Law, Documentary, Guidance, Health and Medicine, Psychology, Social Issues, Social Sciences
Language: English
Grade Level: Post Secondary, Adult
Country Of Origin: Canada
Copyright Year: 2024
Running Time: 97:42
Unveiling the harsh reality of substance use in Thunder Bay, Ontario, this universally themed documentary, told through personal narratives and expert insights, exposes a lack of resources while aiming to shatter stigmas and ignite compassion for those grappling with addiction.
“Holding back tears, …film moves audience at national addictions conference.” – National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program Conference, 2024
“I highly recommend it to any other NNADAP workers or any other mental health (staff) in the communities and community members." - Cecil Mendowegan, NNADAP worker
Featured at the National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program Conference 2024
Screened by Confed Cares – A Confederation College programs to create dialogue about caring, engagement, local and global citizenship
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