The Yorkton Film Festival is proud to announce the continuation of their Voices of Courage: Stories from the World Wars screening program for 2016. The program began in November of 2015, and focuses on telling Canadian stories from both World Wars. This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada.
“We were very fortunate to receive funding for this program from the Government of Canada to highlight Canada’s involvement in the World Wars.” Said Executive Director Randy Goulden. “It’s been a very ambitious project, as we’ve had several screenings throughout Saskatchewan, and are proud to be bringing the program to Calgary and Winnipeg. A big part of this program was telling Canadian stories, and highlighting Canadian history during the World Wars, and we’re very grateful to be able to bring these stories to communities across Canada.”
“We’ve been fortunate to gain some wonderful partnerships as part of this program, and I want to express my profound thanks to all the organizations, venues and speakers who have helped us make this a very successful program.” Goulden added.
Each screening will highlight a film from the Yorkton Film Festival’s catalogue that deals with Canada’s involvement in the World Wars. After the film screening, presentations will be held to further expand on the topics touched on by the films.
A full list of currently confirmed community screenings has been attached to this press release, and can also be found on the festival’s website: www.yorktonfilm.com/voices-of-courage. This page will be updated as more screenings are confirmed.
Currently Confirmed Screenings
January 28 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
February 4 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
February 6 – Western Development Museum, Moose Jaw, 2:00 p.m.
February 9 – Yorkton Public Library, 7:00 p.m.
February 11 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
February 13 – Winnipeg Public Library, 2:00 p.m.
February 17 – Heritage Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, 7:00 p.m.
February 18 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
February 25 – Prince Albert Historical Museum, 2:00 p.m.
February 25 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
February 28 – Jasper Cultural and Historical Centre, Maple Creek, 2:00 p.m.
March 3 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
March 10 – Military Museums of Calgary, 7:00 p.m.
March 18 – Regina Coin Club, 7:30 p.m.
March 30 – Lifelong Learning Centre, University of Regina, 1:30 p.m.
Detailed information about the screenings can be found on the Yorkton Film Festival website. More screenings may be added as they become confirmed.
About the Yorkton Film Festival
The Yorkton Film Festival is the longest running film festival in North America. In the 69 years of its existence, the Festival has developed a tradition of recognizing excellent films and providing great professional development and learning opportunities. The Festival recognizes outstanding Canadian short films and rewards the very best with the annual Golden Sheaf Awards. Join us for the 2016 Festival May 26 – 29.
