Arts and Culture
New movie about Jordin Tootoo, Kelowna premiere coming up
"It's okay to be not okay"
Former NHL player Jordin Tootoo recently joined Ara, from 103.1 Beach Radio, to chat about the new film Tootoo: The Jordin Tootoo Story.
The documentary follows his rise to international stardom, his battles with loss and addiction, and his journey as a mental health advocate.
Tootoo was the first Inuk player to play in the NHL.
There's a Kelowna Red Carpet Premiere of Tootoo; An evening with Jordin Tootoo, benefitting the Ozanam Recovery House. That happens Saturday, Nov 1 at the Kelowna Community Theatre.
The award winning documentary screening will be followed with a Q&A with Jordin and film producer Adam Scorgie.
Check out the video here, to hear how Tootoo hopes to inspire others to open up and chase their dreams.
Published 2025-10-28 by Kolby Heiss
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