A documentary that gives a glimpse into the lives of loved ones that are missing and murdered along the Highway of Tears will be screened in Prince George.
Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS), in partnership with the Indian Residential School Survivors’ Society (IRSSS), is hosting a special, free screening of the film, ‘Adaawk’, in honour of Red Dress Day, and the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG).
The documentary is called, ‘Adaawk’ pronounced as "A-Dow-ick" (def.: Oral history) and it is directed, produced and told by family members members along the Highway of Tears.
Family members courageously share their stories, all while dealing with grief and loss, and what the raising of the "Grandmother" Commemoration Memorial and Healing Pole means to them.
Entry for the screening is free and Julie Daum, CSFS Executive Director of Justice, will emcee the event.
“We must always take the time to honour and acknowledge those among us who were taken so tragically and their families and communities,” says Daum.
“We must remember and take the time to reflect on who and what we lost. I appreciate all those who work to commemorate them.”
Lorna Brown, director and producer of ‘Adaawk,’ says that the purpose behind her film is to put names and faces to the Indigenous women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people who have gone missing along the Highway of Tears, and to honour their families.
“The public needs to hear our stories,” says Brown. “We’re not just a number.”
Anyone can register for a free ticket at adaawk.eventbrite.ca.
The screening will take place on May 3 at Prince George Cineplex Famous Players Theatre with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the film starting at 6 p.m.
A Q&A session will follow with special guests from the film in attendance.
