Telling Our Story

Telling Our Story (French: Laissez-nous raconter) is a Canadian documentary web television series, premiered on September 17, 2023 on CBC Gem.[1] Created by documentary filmmaker Kim O'Bomsawin, the series profiles 11 indigenous peoples with territory in Quebec, including Abenaki, Anishinaabe, Atikamekw, Cree, Innu, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, Mohawk, Naskapi, Wendat and Wolastoqiyik communities.[2]

The series also features the participation of Kaniehtiio Horn as narrator, and Florent Vollant as an executive producer.[2]

Prior to its streaming premiere, the first two episodes were received a preview screening in the Primetime program at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival.[3]

References

1. Mike Cohen, "Telling Our Story: Four part series shares tales and traditions from 11 First Peoples". The Suburban, September 8, 2023.
2. "TELLING OUR STORY (Laissez-nous raconter) en sélection officielle au TIFF". CTVM, August 15, 2023.
3. "Canadian TV series centred on race and identity among projects added to TIFF lineup". CP24, August 14, 2023.