Location: ESB 5104-06
The documentary director and producer, Pieter Romer, will be presenting his recent documentary: Tsunami 11th Relative (Trailer of: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJciikN6iFw).
The documentary "Tsunami, 11th Relative" is a compelling exploration of the intersection between traditional Indigenous Knowledge and modern ocean science, showcasing the importance of integrating these two perspectives to enhance community resilience. Through a captivating narrative, viewers are immersed in the rich history of tsunami resilience on the Pacific West Coast, highlighting the invaluable insights gained from combining Indigenous Knowledge with scientific data. Supported by Ocean Networks Canada (ONC), the film delves into the Indigenous perspective of past 'great saltwater floods' on northwest Vancouver Island, offering a tapestry of stories against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. "Tsunami, 11th Relative" serves as a prime example of how collaboration between Indigenous knowledge and science can better prepare communities for future challenges.
The film showing (~ 25 minutes) will follow up with a Q & A period, where you can ask any questions to Pieter!
Pieter Romer has been a documentary producer for 24 years. His credits include Story Producer and Senior PRoducer of CTV First Story, the longest running Indigenous Current affairs series in Canada, Executive Producer for APTN Western Canada and and numerous CBC and APTN shows. You can learn more here: https://romermedia.com/about/