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This is an impactful film about something that I knew nothing about - desegregation in Canada. The production quality is acceptable and tells the story in a direct way.

The short film, created by a group of students, tells the story about a public pool in Vancouver, BC that was desegregated in 1945 to allow Blacks and Asians access.

The archival images tell the story along with its narration, based on a poem created from work by 27 fourth and fifth grade students. Its message about desegregation is poignant and relatable, especially in the moment of time we are living in now. The production values are serviceable - not great - but they do get the job done.

The film's message is about the history of segregation in Canada in the mid 1900s.

I give this film 3.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12, plus adults. By Julie S., KIDS FIRST

This is an impactful film about something that I knew nothing about - desegregation in Canada. The production quality is acceptable and tells the story in a direct way.

The short film, created by a group of students, tells the story about a public pool in Vancouver, BC that was desegregated in 1945 to allow Blacks and Asians access.

The archival images tell the story along with its narration, based on a poem created from work by 27 fourth and fifth grade students. Its message about desegregation is poignant and relatable, especially in the moment of time we are living in now. The production values are serviceable - not great - but they do get the job done.

The film's message is about the history of segregation in Canada in the mid 1900s.

I give this film 3.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12, plus adults. By Julie S., KIDS FIRST

A short poetry film about Vancouver's first Chinese Canadian teacher hired by the Vancouver School Board in 1950 who played a role in desegregating a local public pool.