Tread Lightly Film Festival

On April 18th, 2024 BurlingtonGreen had the pleasure of joining the judging panel for the first ever RBG Eco-Studies* Tread Lightly Film Festival.

Students from across Halton were invited to submit a video under 2 minutes in length that focused on an environmental topic. The finalists included a line-up of 14 short films that we had the pleasure of viewing and offering our feedback on.

We were so proud of all the artists and have added 5 of the film submissions to our YouTube Page. Check out the videos below and learn more about Eco-Studies here.

*Eco-Studies is a 4-credit Environmental Specialist High Skills Major course run out of Aldershot High School in partnership with the Royal Botanical Gardens eligible to grades 11 and 12 students from across Halton.

Thawing Trust - Best Picture

This film explores the social and environmental impacts that Canadian politicians have on the climate crisis–namely, that politicians make promises that they are not keeping.

By: Taylor Neill, Aidan Manuel, Sam Polimac

Stop Draining the Colour - Best Picture, Audience Choice, Best Videography

This film goes into depth about a lesser-known environmental issue that affects our oceans, coral bleaching. This heartfelt film was made to create an emotional connection between people and the problem.

By: Avalon Vogt, Kahlan Myers, Madi Lycklama, Avery Bayliss, Cameron Larocque

The Way Up - Innovative Storytelling

Vertical farming, the topic of this video, is a collection of innovative solutions to the many environmental shortcomings of the agriculture and food processing industries. Welcome to the future of agriculture!

By:Anya Kalra and Henri Le

Honorable Mention based on artistic merit and impactful messaging:

IGNITE

In a forest shrouded in mystery, one man’s careless act sparks a tale of two diverging destinies. ‘Ignite’ takes you on a journey through perspective, where the flicker of a single cigarette sets ablaze contrasting futures. As flames rage and hope flickers, witness the power of choice in shaping our world. Brace yourself for an unforgettable lesson on the consequences of our actions, and the ability of choice.

By: Ben Bourassa, Finn Barnett, Jamie Hanneson, Subu Balakumar

THREADS UNRAVELLED

Threads Unravelled pulls back the kimono on the hidden consequences of fast fashion on our environment. “Threads” speaks about the alarming textile waste crisis caused by the industry and leads viewers on a journey towards a sustainable solution: thrifting.

By: Amelie Rainwater, Keech Rainwater, Elissa Lansdell, Olivia Sauro, Sean Hobeck