Carmen Ponto

Filmmaker, writer, producer

Carmen Ponto is a freelance journalist and filmmaker from Winnipeg.

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Absolutely Canadian

'It has been medicine for me': New documentary reveals transformative power of northern wrestling tour

The new documentary The Death Tour follows wrestlers as they struggle on the demanding northern Manitoba wrestling circuit. Visiting remote Indigenous communities, the wrestlers also discover their power and influence off the mat.
Absolutely Manitoba

Winnipegger's passion for running, supporting other athletes at heart of new documentary

Winnipeg's Junel Malapad took up running for his health but has since created a community of avowed fitness lovers and raised thousands of dollars for charity. The new documentary Running for your Life details the unexpected pressures he must overcome.
Absolutely Manitoba

Artist takes work from Point Douglas to Buckingham Palace

Ceramicist Jordan Van Sewell, whose work is a mélange of whimsical character studies, is at a crossroads. How will he stay relevant as a senior artist? Van Sewell faces this in Moral Injuries, airing Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. on CBC Manitoba and streaming free on Gem now.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet every woman: Leader, fighter, friend

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Jackie Wild: Entrepreneur, volunteer and culture keeper

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Gina Spence: Mother, problem solver, community nurturer

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Adrian Cheater: Game developer, 'tech witch' and ceiling breaker

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Joy Loewen: Champion for representation, mother and dream supporter

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Emily Solstice Tait: Dancer, creator, passion follower

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.
REMARKABLE MANITOBA WOMEN

Meet Fiona Green: Mother, academic and intersectional feminist

In celebration of International Women's Day 2023, meet nine remarkable Manitoba women who are making a difference.