Lead With Love
Lorraine Whitman (“Grandmother White Sea Turtle”)
This film discusses multiple forms of trauma, including sexual assault and intergenerational trauma.
Lorraine Whitman (“Grandmother White Sea Turtle”) is a wise and powerful force in the Indigenous community. Her family and community have seen horrific tragedy, and yet she is the epitome of leading with love.
Featuring: Lorraine Whitman, Verena Rizg, Derico Symonds, Tyler Simmonds
Tyler Simmonds | Director
Derico Symonds | Producer
Paul McCurdy | Director of Photography
Cinnamon Robinson | Camera Assistant
Josh Owen | Sound
Cordelle Beals | Sound
Rhys Waters | Editor
Outpost East | Offline Edit
Ross Simmonds | Creative Consultant
Bailey Williams | Creative Consultant
Sylvia Beirnes | Executive Producer
Jonathan Torrens | Executive Producer
Tyler Simmonds
September 28th to October 10th
Neptune Theatre Lobby
Free
Tyler Simmonds is an award-winning Canadian film director, with titles including In My Mind and the Lead With Love series.
Tyler is also a keynote speaker and advocate for mental health and mindfulness, having spoken at many notable events such as TEDx and WE Day. In 2016, the Huffington Post named him one of “10 Inspirational People under 30 You Should Be Following on Twitter” (@tylersimmonds), alongside Malala Yousafzai, Stephen Curry, and Shawn Mendes.
Tyler’s passion, courage, and authenticity allow him to connect with people in deep and meaningful ways. His keen eye and natural storytelling ability enable him to engage and resonate with his audiences through the sharing of his perspectives. Across his many channels, Tyler inspires people in Nova Scotia, across Canada, and around the world with the power of vulnerability, creative fearlessness, and authenticity.