CBC Docs POV

Available on CBC Gem Born Bad For over 50 years, thousands of "bad kids” were sent to Ontario's training schools. Four survivors open up about the abuse they experienced. More »

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Hockey Mom
Year of the Goat
#BLESSED
Prison Farm
Rare Bird Alert

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features Stories of abuse and trauma: Survivors say Ontario’s training schools failed children In-Depth For decades, at-risk children were sent to detention schools, where it’s alleged many were victimized a second time. More »
features Scenes from a prison farm: these inmates raise cattle, grow vegetables, make maple syrup and keep bees Ontario’s prison farm program was revitalized in 2019. How farm work and rehabilitation go hand-in-hand. More »
First Person I was a teenage UFO investigator who explored an infamous alien sighting near Ottawa Photos, secret documents and video suggested aliens had landed and the government had covered it up More »
First Person We investigated an alleged UFO sighting near Ottawa 'We didn’t find any answers but are convinced residents saw something mysterious' More »
Interview Housing for all in Toronto is possible say urban planning experts As the city gentrifies, we need to consider the needs of all who live there. More »
Photo Essay The Toronto block that no longer exists: former Mirvish Village business owners on why it was so special “It was a gift from Ed Mirvish. And it allowed people to do creative things that they would not have been able to otherwise.” More »
Video There are seven breeds of dairy goats and they are all the cutest ever! Whether they're Alpines or Nubians, all goats have sparkling personalities. More »
Essay Farmers, ferris wheels and funnel cakes: inside a county fair 'We spent an entire season travelling to Ontario’s county fairs and fell in love with them.' More »
Article Single mom of 3 embraces new lifestyle on rural farm with tribe of goats ‘Goats seem to be just a little more in touch with humans than some other types of livestock.’ More »
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About CBC Docs POV

CBC’s point-of-view documentary series gets to the heart of issues that matter to Canadians. Celebrating the great Canadian tradition of documentary, Canada’s best filmmakers bring us films with compelling characters, harrowing tales and unforgettable moments. With unique and often unexpected access, these stories will ignite discussions and open dialogues about issues relevant in today’s society.