Return to the Falls @Calgary Justice Film Festival (CJFF)

RETURN TO THE FALLS 6:30 PM - 8:10 PM | Thursday, November 5, 2026 (Time includes a 30 minute community discussion after the film) Upper Barracks | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland | 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta FILM SYNOPSIS: The harrowing life story of Elder Betty Ross who held the sacred teachings of her father like a torch helping her survive the residential school system. A hybrid of dramatic, cinematic reenactments of Betty's childhood journey of unimaginable hardships and euphoric moments of freedom combined with present day footage of Betty as she returns to the falls for the first time in more than 70 years. CULTURE IN ACTION: This year marks the inaugural year of CJFF's Culture in Action initiative, filling The Confluence with art and performance for all three days of the festival. We invite you to arrive early and stay late to experience the full CJFF experience that brings justice stories to life. BE EARLY!: CJFF is entirely free, and so we open a few extra spots to make sure our seats are full. Registration does not guarantee a seat, so please arrive early. Seating is first come, first served. Find all films and times here: https://justicefilmfestival.ca/cjff-2026-films. FILM CONTENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Given the nature of documentary film and CJFF's focus on justice and human rights, some films may contain disturbing, challenging, or sensitive content. CJFF films are presented without edits and are intended for mature audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. USE OF IMAGES ADVISORY: Photographs, video, and recordings will be taken by CJFF and the public throughout this event and published online. OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER: We are so grateful for our partnership with the Hilton Garden Inn Calgary Downtown and the connected Homewood Suites by Hilton Calgary Downtown. If you are coming into Calgary for CJFF 2026, or are planning a fun stay-cation, snooze well at a lovely hotel just a 15 minute walk, and 3 minute drive, from the doors of The Confluence! Room rates are available November 5th to November 8th, 2026. Explore the hotels' wonderful CJFF 2026 discounts by clicking HERE!