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Beyond The Shadows :
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia

Video > Documentary
Creators
Cariboo Tribal Council.
Contributors
Von Puttkamer, Peter
Description
"This documentary examines the far-reaching and emotionally devastating effects of residential/boarding schools on native Indians in Canada, where sexual and physical abuse was widespread. The film relates the historical background and depicts personal experiences and the current healing processes underway in communities today."

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Holding Library
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia
Statement of Responsibility
written, produced & directed by Peter von Puttkamer; produced by Gryphon Productions Ltd. for the Cariboo Tribal Council.
Publication Information
Vancouver B.C. Gryphon Productions Ltd.
Physical Description
1 videocassette; 28:20 minutes; colour
Notes
Video;Recommended by the Provincial Residential School Project and by the First Nations Summit; this video was distributed at the Chiefs Special Assembly on Residential Schools held March 25-26, 1996 at the Squamish Recreation Centre, Vancouver, B.C.
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