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The Price of Reunion, or Lessons in Happiness
Project type
Documentary - 35 mins, 2014
The film was released in 2014 and received the Rising Star Award at the Canada International Film Festival; Official Selection at Commfest Art and Film Festival in Toronto; and was nominated for the Best Environmental or Campaign Film, at the Sunrise Festival in Nova Scotia. Several community screenings were held, including at Simon Fraser University. The film was broadcasted on SHAW Multicultural channel and is available for viewing on Telus Optik TV on Channel 707 – Local Films and Series > Community Showcase or upon request. DVD copies are available at select public and university libraries across Canada.
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Credits
Natalia Gaisenok - Writer, Director, Producer
Anastasia Gaisenok - Co-Producer
The family reunification program has long been a cornerstone of Canada’s immigration policy. Are the senior immigrants, who come to Canada through the family reunification program, a burden on society, or do they have the potential to contribute to it? This question is explored in this 35-minute documentary by following the stories of an elderly Ukrainian musician and other senior immigrants and by drawing on the opinions of experts.
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