What Does It Mean To Be Canadian? Strombo Wants To Know
George Stroumboulopoulos – the ex-MuchMusic VJ is making his way across the country to ask Canadians ‘What Canadian film and television MADE you?’
Part of a nationwide MADE | NOUS campaign, he will start his cross-country trip today in Vancouver, ending in Toronto in September.
A statement from Strombo reads “I have been lucky to meet so many of you Canadians over the years, and you’ve shared stories about how a Canadian television show or movie deeply affected you — whether it inspired you to live more authentically, to better understand your roots and this country’s history, or maybe even to pursue a career path. These are the kinds of stories that we’re searching for, the Canadian stories that MADE you.”
Valerie Creighton, president and CEO, Canada Media Fund – released a statement that reads – “Every Canadian has that one film or series that left a mark. This road trip is about honouring those defining screen moments while exploring the themes that have long preoccupied us and the questions that still remain.”
Starting in 2019, MADE | NOUS is a campaign from the Canada Media Fund and Telefilm Canada that highlights Canada’s great film, TV, gaming, and digital entertainment.
What would you add to the list? What are you favourite Canadian movies or tv shows that shaped you?
