Last Boat on the Lake

Join us for a thought-provoking evening as we screen Last Boat on the Lake, a powerful new documentary by researcher and filmmaker Hannah Harrison that dives deep into one of the most overlooked yet vital industries in North America — the Great Lakes commercial fishery.

Despite being one of the largest freshwater fisheries in the world, few people truly understand the intricate and often fragile system that brings fresh fish to their plates. Last Boat on the Lake journeys across Lakes Ontario, Erie, and Huron to uncover the hidden world of Indigenous and non-Indigenous commercial fishers whose lives and livelihoods are intimately tied to these waters.

From time-honoured traditions to modern pressures, the film weaves together personal stories, ecological insight, and the ongoing fight to preserve a way of life that is under threat. It’s a portrait of resilience, culture, and the environmental challenges that ripple across every dock and deck.

Special Feature:
Following the screening, stay for an intimate Q&A session with filmmaker Hannah Harrison and real-life local fishermen from Picton, offering a rare chance to ask questions and engage directly with the people whose voices shape this essential story.

Light refreshments will be served, making this an engaging and welcoming event for all ages interested in food sustainability, freshwater ecology, or Canadian maritime life.

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to explore the human stories behind the fish on your plate — and to hear from the people who know these waters best.

🎟️ Space is limited — reserve your seats early!

Last Boat on the Lake (Documentary Screening + Q&A)
Event Category: Film / Documentary / Environmental
Date & Time: Friday, January 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors at 6:30 PM)