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Incorrigible: A Film about Velma Demerson

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Wednesday, February 8th, 2023
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM

Incorrigible: A Film about Velma Demerson


In 1939 Velma Demerson was jailed for falling in love with a Chinese man. Pregnant and without legal counsel, she was sentenced to one year in prison. 60 years later she sued the Ontario government for wrongful incarceration. Director Karin Lee will join for a Q&A following the screening.


Hosted by VIUFA HRISC, Sociology and Anthropology

Cost: Free Event
Category: Arts | Entertainment
Everything Else
    Community
    Ethnic | Multi-Cultural
Location: Vancouver Island University - Bldg 200, Rm 203 (theatre)
900 Fifth Street , Nanaimo
This event is for Everyone
More Info: Darrell Harvey
[email protected]
250-740-6378
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