Heritage Regional High School had the honour of a visit from veteran CBC reporter and anchor Debra Arbec. Debra spoke at Heritage on behalf of REEL Canada on National Canadian Film Day (April 29). Debra introduced the Canadian film, "Breakaway" to an auditorium packed with enthusiastic secondary three and four students.
LeeLee (Riverside TV) had a chance to talk with Debra about the importance of Canadian Films and National Canadian Film Day.
REEL CANADA is a traveling film festival, a national initiative designed to bring Canadian films into Canadian classrooms. For more information check out www.reelcanada.com
National Canadian Film Day is presented by REEL CANADA and supported by Scotiabank, Cineplex, CBC and a host of film festivals, movie clubs, schools, broadcasters and industry organizations. For more information check out www.canadianfilmday.ca
On April 29, celebrate Canada by watching a great Canadian film.