Press & Impact
92%
of audience members stated that the series educated them about a civic issue they hadn’t known about before
70%
of audience members stated that the series showed them different ways to make change in Canada
55%
of audience members stated that the series inspired them to get involved in their community
SERIES 1 IMPACT
In 2020, eight filmmaking teams from across the country were selected to create short films about bold and unlikely change-makers who inspire us to jump in and get involved in civic issues close to our homes and hearts.
The films premiered at Hot Docs in 2021, and went on to screen at several other Canadian and International film festivals before being broadcast on Crave TV. Beyond that, an impact and engagement strategy was activated to ensure the films were used as tools for change in educational, community and professional settings.
SERIES 2 IMPACT
In 2023, seven filmmaking teams were selected to create short films for the second series of Citizen Minutes. The films had their world premieres during the 30th anniversary edition of Hot Docs Festival.
The films went on to screen at festivals worldwide before being broadcast on Crave TV and CBC Gem. Beyond that, an impact and engagement strategy was activated to ensure the films were used as tools for change in educational, community and professional settings throughout Canada.
NATIONAL IMPACT Partners
venue Partners
Vancouver Partners
Toronto Partners
Calgary Partners
