Originally posted: April 2006 Loretta Sarah Todd (Cree, Metis), is an internationally acclaimed director and a writer of scholarly articles. She has also worked as a producer and researcher on many film and video projects. Through her films, Loretta endeavours to reach people emotionally, spiritually, physically, intellectually, and mentally. She believes that the role of

Originally posted: Feb. 2006 Alanis Obomsawin, a member of the Abenaki Nation, is one of Canada’s most distinguished documentary filmmakers. Her work embraces strong social themes and is inspired by the desire to let the voices of her people be heard. She has made over 20 uncompromising documentaries on issues concerning Aboriginal people in Canada.