Search Out The Land - Film Screening

Join us for an in-person screening of "Search Out The Land" and explore its powerful story together! SEARCH OUT THE LAND: THE STORY OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY OF CANADA When filmmaker Len Pearl suffers a devastating tragedy, he embarks on a deeply personal journey to heal. But what begins as a search for meaning becomes an epic odyssey across Canada, Europe and the United States, unearthing a hidden chapter of history—the overlooked story of the Jewish community of Canada and its vital role in shaping a nation. Search Out the Land is a cinematic documentary filmed across sweeping landscapes and storm-tossed seas—from the remote, rugged Canadian wilderness to the depths of the ocean floor and vaults long sealed by time. It’s a quest for lost artifacts, buried truths, and a history locked away for more than 250 years.Through breathtaking visuals, immersive re-enactments, and relentless investigation, the series brings to life a forgotten past—the legacy of the Jewish community of Canada—that continues to shape the country today.As Len walks in the footsteps of the early Jewish Canadian pioneers, he uncovers so much more than a long-buried history and is forced to confront his own personal grief. Past and present collide in a story of perseverance and belonging. Search Out the Land is a revelation of identity, a reckoning with nationhood, and a haunting reminder of the cost of forgetting. And it all begins, as the most powerful journeys often do, with a broken heart. Presented by Unapologetically Jewish and the Toronto Zionist Council.