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- ↑ Tim Ford, "Two DOXA Films Explore the Legacy of Hydro in BC". The Tyee , May 2, 2022.
- ↑ Pat Mullen, "Three Feature Docs Make Canada’s Top Ten". Point of View , December 8, 2022.
- ↑ Pat Mullen, "2023 Canadian Screen Award Nominations for Documentary". Point of View , February 22, 2023.
