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SUMMARY:Paddling Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/paddling-film-festival/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240502T233159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T233242Z
UID:10000094-1717272000-1717277400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Hilarious Basterds
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/hilarious-basterds/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240531T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240426T211000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T211035Z
UID:10000093-1717182000-1717189200@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Twas The Night Before Pride
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/twas-the-night-before-pride/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240530T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240426T204758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T215147Z
UID:10000092-1717095600-1717104600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Yonnhe’ón:we – Kenkwité:ne
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/yonnheonwe-kenkwitene/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240524T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240515T215916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T220044Z
UID:10000096-1716577200-1716582600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Masks we Wear
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-masks-we-wear/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Masks.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240411T040137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T204436Z
UID:10000088-1716058800-1716066000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:REEL History Film Fest: Blue Clay
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/reel-history-film-fest-blue-clay/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/BlueClay.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240502T234748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T235005Z
UID:10000095-1715799600-1715805000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Boil Alert
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/boil-alert/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/BTC_Boil.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240414T012601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240414T012721Z
UID:10000090-1715454000-1715464800@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Lucca Mae - Live at the Simcoe
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/lucca-mae-live-at-the-simcoe/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LuccaMae.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240505T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240505T180000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240414T003424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T135527Z
UID:10000089-1714928400-1714932000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Bobby Boyd: Kompliance King
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/bobby-boyd-kompliance-king/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/BBKK_Title.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240327T235538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T001647Z
UID:10000087-1714851000-1714856400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Under My Skin Remounted for July 21!
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/under-my-skin/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/UndermySkin.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240419T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240419T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240126T231132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T231225Z
UID:10000078-1713555000-1713562200@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:In Spite of Ourselves: An Evening of John Prine
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/in-spite-of-ourselves-an-evening-of-john-prine/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/InSpiteofOurselves.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240313T194846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T195019Z
UID:10000084-1713380400-1713387600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Seeds of Vandana Shiva
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-seeds-of-vandana-shiva/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/BTC-TheSeeds-MoviePoster-11x17-Mar24.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T163000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240415T185541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T192616Z
UID:10000091-1713362400-1713371400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:CanFilmDay Presents Scarborough
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/canfilmday-presents-scarborough/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Scarborough_Title.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240413T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240314T195708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T200019Z
UID:10000085-1713036600-1713042000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Sandra Battaglini’s Take it Ease Tour
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/sandra-battaglinis-take-it-ease-tour/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/unnamed.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240318T185739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185803Z
UID:10000086-1711564200-1711571400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Journey into the Arctic - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/journey-into-the-arctic-sold-out/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Arctic.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240322T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240122T193546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T172900Z
UID:10000076-1711134000-1711141200@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Bluewater Jazz Collective
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-bluewater-jazz-collective-2/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/BlueWater2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240313T192629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T192937Z
UID:10000083-1710961200-1710968400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Last Stand
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-last-stand/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/BTC-LastStand-MoviePoster-11x17-Mar24.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20230626T151710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T172050Z
UID:10000046-1710615600-1710626400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Red Dirt Skinners
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/red-dirt-skinners/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/RedDirtSkinners-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240315T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240304T213026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T213109Z
UID:10000082-1710531000-1710536400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Laugha-Cadabra: Rob Fishbaum & Ian the Magician
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/laugha-cadabra-rob-fishbaum-ian-the-magician/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SST_Magic.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240224T052547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T052844Z
UID:10000081-1710010800-1710018000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Memorial Tour: Rachael Kilgour & Ian Fisher
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/memorial-tour-rachael-kilgour-ian-fisher/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MemorialTour_S.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240224T012450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T012612Z
UID:10000080-1709751600-1709758800@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Magnitude of All Things
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-magnitude-of-all-things/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cbc_themagnitude_ott_program_v031.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240302T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240302T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240131T193603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T194245Z
UID:10000079-1709406000-1709411400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Burlesque Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/burlesque-student-showcase/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kat's Meow Beautiful Burlesque":MAILTO:ksalvador75@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240126T194230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T231347Z
UID:10000077-1708801200-1708806600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Live & Original Presents: Lethal Comedy 2
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/live-original-presents-lethal-comedy-2/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lethal-Comedy-Tour-Eventbrite-Banner-2160x1080-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240223T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240223T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240103T220936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T221428Z
UID:10000074-1708714800-1708723800@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Hyperborean
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-hyperborean/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240222T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240222T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240103T211355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T205512Z
UID:10000073-1708628400-1708637400@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Yonnhe'ón:we - Warrior Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/yonnheonwe-warrior-spirit/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240215T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240103T205931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T205556Z
UID:10000072-1708023600-1708032600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Yonnhe'ón:we - Run Woman Run
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/yonnheonwe-run-woman-run/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/RunWomanRun.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T204500
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20231219T165823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T192623Z
UID:10000070-1706986800-1706993100@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Laugha-Cadabra
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/laugha-cadabra/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Laugha_Cadabra.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240120T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20240116T225426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T225606Z
UID:10000075-1705780800-1705788000@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:The Audacity Comedy Tour
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/the-audacity-comedy-tour/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/The-Audacity-Comedy-Tour.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240102T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240102T223000
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20231211T152400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T152457Z
UID:10000069-1704225600-1704234600@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:Era's Drag Night
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/eras-drag-night/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231224
DTSTAMP:20260621T143811
CREATED:20230823T221423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T034030Z
UID:10000053-1702512000-1703375999@simcoestreettheatre.ca
SUMMARY:It's A Wonderful Life
DESCRIPTION:Voices: A Pathway to Indigenous InclusionAbout the FilmVoices: A Pathway to Indigenous Inclusion is a bold and timely documentary that explores how Canada’s colonial legacy continues to shape its institutions — especially in the world of business\, policy\, and economic development. Through powerful interviews with Inuit\, First Nations Elders\, and entrepreneurs\, Voices invites viewers to reflect on why Indigenous inclusion is not only a legal mandate in many government contracts — but a moral and economic necessity for a better future. The film highlights stories of leadership\, resistance\, and transformation across sectors\, offering a way forward for organizations\, and individuals ready to move beyond performative inclusion into meaningful partnerships. SynopsisNot just powerful people\, but everyday working Canadians are being challenged — even mandated — to forge paths toward Indigenous partnerships. Meanwhile\, Indigenous Canadians are asking for time and patience — commodities lacking amid today’s pressures and Canada’s history. Finding common ground is the only way forward\, both fundamentally and legally\, in the workplace and in business.   Join us on this journey as we examine the past and how it has shaped the present. Hear from Indigenous movers and shakers as they share their personal and their nation’s stories. Produced by Muckpaloo Ipeelie\, this film lights the path to meaningful Indigenous partnerships — and the best way forward together\, through Indigenous voices. Why This Film Was CreatedThe idea for Voices came from a conversation Inuk advocate Muckpaloo Ipeelie had with a business consultant. This consultant was helping companies apply for federal government contracts. Part of the process required an “Indigenous Participation Plan” — a section showing how Indigenous people or businesses would be included. Unfortunately\, many companies didn’t understand the requirement. Some pushed back\, some were frustrated\, and others saw it as just an inconvenience. At the same time\, Muckpaloo herself was learning about this new policy. She joined seminars\, asked questions\, and eventually became eligible to offer her own services to the federal government. In these spaces\, she saw how much confusion there was\, and how\, in the outside world\, people understood so little about why Indigenous inclusion matters. That experience sparked this film. Voices was created to explain the bigger picture — how Canada’s past shapes today’s policies\, and why including Indigenous people in business and government isn’t just a rule on paper. It’s a step toward fairness\, respect\, and reconciliation. This documentary shares stories of Indigenous people who are leading\, creating\, and building every day. They don’t need permission to belong — they always have.   Who You’ll Hear From Voices features a diverse group of Indigenous changemakers whose lived experiences offer valuable insight into the intersections of business\, culture\, leadership\, and inclusion. Elder James Carpenter – An Anishinaabe Elder and Traditional Healer with roots in Collingwood\, OntarioJennifer Wabegijig – An Anishinaabe entrepreneur from Manitoulin Island and owner of Wild and GloriousElder David Serkoak – A respected Inuk Elder who was forcibly relocated to the high Arctic as a child\, educator\, and cultural advocate from Ahiarmiut\, NunavutMuckpaloo Ipeelie – Inuk filmmaker and founder of Urban Inuit Identity Project Inc. from Iqaluit\, NunavutTheir voices ground the film in both local and national Indigenous realities — showing how Canada’s systems can be reshaped through respect\, truth\, and Indigenous-led solutions. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									Event Schedule6:30 PM – Doors open7:00 PM – Film screening begins8:00 PM – Live Q&A with Muckpaloo Ipeelie and Jennifer WabegijigAdmission: Free (registration required) 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n						\n							\n									Register\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n					Patron Parking				\n				\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n									Parking at 65 Simcoe is reserved for building tenants. Simcoe Street Theatre visitors are encouraged to use street parking or nearby municipal lots (paid and free lots available on Ste. Marie and Simcoe Streets). For accessibility needs\, a temporary drop-off/pickup location is provided at the rear of the building. Look for the blue space before the accessibility ramp entrance off of Ste. Marie Street. Thank you for your cooperation!   Paid parking is enforced Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Visit collingwood.ca/parking-collingwood for more details.
URL:https://simcoestreettheatre.ca/event/its-a-wonderful-life/
LOCATION:Simcoe Street Theatre\, 65 Simcoe Street\, Collingwood\, Ontario\, L9Y 1H7\, Canada
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