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This short documentary follows the migration of thousands of young Quebecers as they travel to British Columbia to harvest fruit in the lush Okanagan Valley. The camera follows several spirited youth into the orchards for seven weeks. As the rain sets in, reality unfolds: it's cold, the cherry crop is late, and money is short. But as they make friends and enjoy their independence, the promise of adventure is realized. Although their work is integral to the local economy, the youth find that the experience is not just about making money. It's about awareness, self-discovery and exploring the world.
Albert Ohayon

Albert Ohayon

Who in their 20s hasn’t dreamt of going away for the summer to work somewhere exotic? In this sunny film we follow several young Quebeckers as they go pick fruit in British Columbia. It is Shangri-la for them, as most have never set foot outside of Quebec. The chance to live an adventure away from their parents for the first time brings the young people to the various farms to pick fruit, make friends and create lasting memories. One of the characters best sums it up when he says that working in the Okanagan Valley with the mountains surrounding him is so much better than being stuck in an office in Montreal. I guarantee that this film will put a smile on your face.


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Grade 11 - 12

Diversity/Pluralism / Diversity in Communities

Social Studies / Labour Studies

Educational purpose:

In an essay, have students explain how the young workers of Quebec grew personally through the experience of fruit harvesting. What are some of the hardships they faced and how would global warming affect their journey if it took place currently? Explain the counterculture movement in the 1960s where youth rebelled and returned to nature. This film deals with mature subject matter.


 

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  • twiceaside

    twiceaside

      “IWhat a wonderful feeling I get , knowing that the youth of our great nation can still travel about the the country as I did 35 years ago having one of lives great adventures meeting the rest of the finest people in the world. New insights to labor opening an awareness that only a young person can benefit from a wonderful film”

    4 Jun 2010

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