Roots & Community Archives

New Beginnings: More Than a Thrift Store

A visit to New Beginnings Thrift Store reveals a story about more than donated items. Through volunteers, community support, and the memories attached to everyday objects, this film explores care, connection, and second chances.

Life Inside the Meadows

Life Inside the Meadows follows a resident in a Swift Current long-term revealing how community, creativity, and connection continue within a place often misunderstood.

Lines That Remain – A Model Railway Documentary

A short documentary about a model railway built by volunteers, reflecting the enduring role of rail lines in shaping place, memory, and community.

The Backyard Hummingbird

A rare broad-billed hummingbird appears at a Swift Current backyard feeder, drawing birders together and leading to a quiet act of care as winter approaches.

Redneck Betties – A Sisterhood on Skates

Redneck Betties explores roller derby on the prairies as a space of belonging, confidence, and quiet strength. Through the women who skate together, the film reveals how community and determination shape identity in rural Saskatchewan.

The Last Call – A fading prairie tradition: the live auction

A fading prairie tradition comes to life as auctioneer Ralph Oberle & Val Marie resident Maurice Lemire share the legacy of the live auction.

Greek Prairie Traditions: The Paniyiri Festival

More than just a festival, Paniyiri is a cultural bridge that connects generations of Greek-Canadians to their heritage while welcoming neighbours from across the prairies to share in the experience.

El Faro: A Gluten-Free Oasis in the Heart of the Prairies

In the quiet town of Shaunavon, Saskatchewan, a little market with big heart is changing the way people think about gluten-free food.

Lebanese Culture in Saskatchewan

Music, migration, and resilience come together in this powerful story of Lebanese and Syrian settlement in Southwest Saskatchewan.

Jamboree on the Air: Where Nature and Connection Unite

Out on the quiet plains, where the sky stretches endlessly, Scouts gather for a weekend unlike any other—Jamboree on the Air. This global event uses amateur radio to connect Scouts with peers across the world,

Cowtown Roughstock: Nurturing the Next Gen

In the thrilling world of saddle bronc riding, young cowboys face the ultimate challenge: holding on for eight seconds against a bucking bronc. Thanks to the Cowtown Roughstock, a non-profit group in Maple Creek, aspiring riders are getting the chance to sharpen their skills and chase that elusive 8-second glory.

Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation Punches Above its Weight

Over 2,000 wild animals are brought through the doors of Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre each year, It’s Wildlife Rehabilitation on a staggering scale.

We value your privacy

Customize Consent Preferences