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The documentary employs a non-linear narrative structure, featuring Thomas King as the narrator, who guides viewers through a visual journey that interweaves historical footage, contemporary Indigenous voices, and artistic expressions. It highlights the ongoing struggles and resilience of Indigenous peoples in Canada, contrasting past depictions with the vibrant realities of modern Indigenous life.

For Love is a 2022 documentary that addresses the profound impacts of colonization on Indigenous communities in Canada, particularly focusing on the child welfare system. Narrated by Shania Twain, the film highlights the connection between the historical injustices of residential schools and the ongoing crisis faced by Indigenous children in foster care.
The documentary features personal stories from Indigenous individuals across Canada, revealing the trauma inflicted by the child welfare system, which has resulted in a significant overrepresentation of Indigenous children in care. It emphasizes the need for Indigenous communities to reclaim jurisdiction over their children and cultural practices to ensure their heritage is preserved for future generations.

The series is hosted by Saxon de Cocq and Erin Goodpipe, who embark on a journey across Canada to explore the history and impact of the Numbered Treaties, which were agreements made between Indigenous nations and the Canadian government from 1871 to 1921. These treaties involved significant land transfers and have had lasting effects on Indigenous communities. Throughout the series, de Cocq and Goodpipe confront the complexities of these treaties, examining the promises made and the realities faced by Indigenous peoples, thereby uncovering the truths about Canada's colonial past and its ongoing implications for Indigenous rights and sovereignty.