The film “Atautsikut / Leaving None Behind” tells a story of great hope in the face of exploitation, at a time when such hope is sorely needed.

I found Atautsikut captivating — and educational, especially about the activities of the Hudson Bay Company — how apposite of current debates on colonialism and its legacies. And it was such a powerful illustration of the value of co-operation.

It was heartening to see co-operatives being successful and making such a difference to people’s lives. And it was such a different experience of the history of co-operation to that we are aware of in the U.K.

“This is a heroic story, of people who took on colonial powers and showed that they are perfectly capable of making their own way, for their own betterment.”

“I defy you not to cry while watching this movie!”

“I believe what you have filmed will be important for our grandchildren and our children. Back when there was nothing in all of Nunavik… those who came before us, those who founded the co-operatives and the Federation… they started out with nothing but their determination.”

“In literature we find either an emphasis on autochthones (Indigenous peoples) or on Settlers or government but it is rare to find a testimony that tells the stories of all the actors together.”