One of the last provinces in Canada to be settled by European explorers, British Columbia is home to total of twenty-seven distinct First Nations with more than two-hundred communities with eight different language groups throughout British Columbia and Vancouver Island(1).
Native Media with News and Info From / To NDN Country
This lens is a vehicle in information sharing. We will discuss various issues that are relating to and of interest to Native Indigenous people of the America’s. NW Native Media Productions provides media and web support for Native Indigenous events and interests since 1989(4).
The Indigenous Independent Digital Filmmaking (IIDF) program, formerly Aboriginal Film & TV Production Training program, at Capilano University has been providing basic production training for Aboriginal students since the spring of 2000. The program is a response to the expanding demand for trained professionals in all areas of the Aboriginal production industry. The industry is growing and so are the opportunities for creative, committed and skilled producers, writers, directors and technicians. The Indigenous Independent Digital Filmmaking Program is committed to providing Aboriginal students with high-quality production training from the Aboriginal perspective. Instructors are experienced, connected and respected Aboriginal professionals working in the industry. Students participating in the program come from all regions of the country. The original Certificate program has now been expanded and a second year has been added to the program. Students successfully completing the first year only will receive a Certificate; those completing both years will receive a Diploma; Students accepted directly into and successfully completing second-year will receive an Advanced Certificate(5).
This article is a non-comprehensive and living document that provides an overview of artistic activities in the region. It will be revised as necessary as part of our ongoing process of continuous updates.
1) http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/abed/map.htm
4) http://www.squidoo.com/nativemedia
5) http://www.filmschoolvancouver.com/about-indigenous.php