The story will mostly take place in the town Oil Springs, Ontario, where the oil industry in North America was born. By making a case study of this town, we can better understand how the industry operates today. The documentary will explore themes of colonialism, climate change and Canadian identity.
Oil Springs is of 0 hour(s) and 45 minute(s). It is Produced By: . It has the tagline: Welcome to the town where the North American Oil Industry Was Born
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