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- ↑ Jessica Da Cunha, "'A Day in the Life' Cherish Violet Blood, Star of Deer Woman". Calgary Guardian, October 14, 2020.
- ↑ "Night Raiders, Scarborough emerge victorious at 5th night of Canadian Screen Awards". CBC News, April 8, 2022.
- ↑ Randall King, "On with the shows: After 18 long months real, live theatre is ready to return – with audiences in the seats". Winnipeg Free Press , October 7, 2021.
- ↑ Dana Gee, "The Power of the Dog, Night Raiders lead Vancouver Film Critics Circle Awards nominations". Vancouver Sun , February 20, 2022.
