Join us for a free screening of the thought-provoking film “In My Backyard” at the library on Friday, March 14th. This engaging documentary explores the intricate relationship between our personal spaces and the environment, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own impact on the world around them. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply curious about sustainable practices, this event promises to inspire and educate.

In My Backyard chronicles director Jamie Day Fleck’s personal journey into urban agriculture, converting her entire backyard into a kitchen garden. Using her personal story as a jumping-off point, she branches out to look at the various solutions that backyard gardeners and urban growers have dreamed up and implemented in her city — Toronto, Ontario, Canada. By looking at the stories of individuals that are changing their communities through local food production, it becomes evident that positive changes are being implemented and solutions are available. To many people global environmental problems seem insurmountable but a few people are working diligently to create new paradigms and show bright possibilities within urban spaces.

This screening is brought to you through a partnership between the Pemberton & District Public Library, Stewardship Pemberton Society, Speĺkúmtn Community Forest and Seeds of Diversity.