Watch Absolutely Canadian independent documentaries from Atlantic Canada
A new season of Absolutely Canadian documentaries air this summer on CBC TV and are available now for free on CBC Gem.
Locally produced docs air this summer on CBC TV and CBC Gem
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Absolutely Canadian, the series of independent documentaries, is back for another summer season on CBC TV and CBC Gem.
CBC TV showcases documentaries on Saturdays a 9 p.m. (9:30 NT), beginning June 28 and running through August 16. All of the docs on this summer's lineup are available now for free on CBC Gem.
Check out these docs:
Apex: The Black Masters
For more than 50 years the Apex Invitational Golf Tournament has grown into a community celebration that breaks barriers, showcases athletes, and acts as an annual homecoming for Truro's Black community. Airs June 28 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem
Priced to Thrill: One Market's Tale of Grocery Rebellion
At Gateway Meat Market, the lineups are long, the prices are low and the vibes are high. Priced to Thrill tells the tale of a grocery store that's anything but ordinary. Airs June 28 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem
Words Matter
Mi'kmaw poet and published author Rebecca Thomas uses words for a living, but she can't speak the language stolen from her father at residential school. Words Matter follows her journey to reclaim the language while exploring the complicated past that's kept it from her. Airs July 5 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem
Phyllis & the Ladybugs
Phyllis Googoo's journey from 1948 as a frightened 4-year-old at the Shubenacadie Residential School in N.S., to sharing her story of survival with the Pope in Rome. Airs July 5 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem
Space for a Scene
Space for a Scene highlights the connections in the Halifax music scene, regardless of genre. It features performances from Road to the Junos 2024. Read More. Airs July 12 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch Free on CBC Gem
Where Once They Stood We Stand: The Birth of Trinity Hall
For over 100 years, St. Luke's Anglican Church served the rural, outport community of Winterton, N.L. But with a dwindling congregation and financial hardship setting in, the difficult decision was made to sell the building. While the residents of the town fear the worst, their prayers are answered when Greg Wells, Grammy Award-winning music producer, rolls into town. Airs July 19 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem
Hope Makers - Pisuwin
The first-ever Wolastoqiyik ballet, Pisuwin, had its world premiere in Fredericton, N.B. in 2023. This doc takes you on a journey through the rehearsals and creative process, to the world premiere. Airs July 26 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) -Watch free on CBC Gem
The Forgotten Warriors
The Forgotten Warriors tells the story of a nine-day hunger strike by nine Mi'kmaq activists from Conne River, N.L. in 1983. Director: Noel Joe. Airs Aug. 2 on CBC TV atat 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem.
Bump and Feed
A Nova Scotian chef turned pro-wrestler overcomes addiction, trauma, and grief to fulfill their childhood dream. Then a split-second in the ring changes everything. Produced by Emma Smith and Dave Irish. Airs Aug. 9 on CBC TV at 9 p.m. (9:30 NT) - Watch free on CBC Gem.
Absolutely Canadian is a national one-hour 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. Season 25 airs on Saturday nights during the summer. Watch now for free on CBC Gem.
CBC works closely with independent filmmakers throughout the region to produce this series.
You can see all previous seasons of the Absolutely Canadian series here.
