Press Release
Kawartha Lakes, Ontario–A new documentary series offers an intimate look at the farmers working with care, intention, and community at the heart of their practices. Farming with Intention, created and hosted by filmmaker Kait Howell of Common Thread Films, explores regenerative and community-rooted farming across the City of Kawartha Lakes.
The series examines how farming can be an act of care, for the soil, for local ecosystems, and for the communities these farms serve.
Each episode centres on a different farm, revealing how day-to-day decisions shape sustainability, education, food access, and community building. From long-established organic operations to volunteer-driven community farms, Farming with Intention highlights the shared values guiding these growers as they navigate climate uncertainty, economic pressure, and the responsibility of nourishing their communities.
“Farming reminds us that nothing exists in isolation. Soil, seeds, farmers, and communities are all part of the same story. Farming with Intention is about exploring those connections.” – Kait Howell
Filmed across the City of Kawartha Lakes, the series features a range of farms and agricultural initiatives including Thunderbird Farm, Merkaba Acres, The Glen Road Organics, Edwin Binney’s Community Farm & Education Centre, Kawartha Backyard Farms and Featherstone Farm. Each episode explores how these growers approach farming with care and purpose, balancing environmental stewardship, food access, and community connection.
Farming with Intention invites viewers to reflect on where their food comes from, how thoughtful farming practices can support resilient local food systems, and the power of fostering community.
The series was produced by Common Thread Films, a local production company dedicated to telling thoughtful, community-rooted stories. Farming with Intention is hosted, produced, and directed by Kait Howell, with cinematography by Stephanie Sannuto and editing by Jessica Zimmerman.
The series will premiere April 30th 2026 on Bell Fibe TV Channel 1 and the Fibe TV app. For more information about the series, visit: tv1.bell.ca
Media Contact
Kait Howell
Common Thread Films
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About Fibe TV1
Fibe TV1 is one of Canada’s leading community TV channels, operating exclusively under Bell Canada. Viewers get to experience original content, made from the community and by the community.
As the home to multiple award-winning and nominated shows, TV1 prides itself on being the ultimate destination for local programming by showcasing unique stories and experiences.
Available commercial-free on demand to Bell Fibe TV subscribers on channel 1 and the Fibe TV app.
tv1.bell.ca
About Kait Howell
Kait Howell is a documentary filmmaker and founder of Common Thread Films, a production company dedicated to telling thoughtful, community-rooted stories.
A filmmaker and content strategist with over a decade of experience in video storytelling, Kait has created digital series for platforms such as HuffPost Canada and Yahoo!. Through Common Thread Films, she partners with local businesses and nonprofits to craft meaningful video content, from brand stories and marketing films to community-focused documentaries that help organizations connect with their audiences in an authentic way.
Through projects like Farming with Intention, Kait tells stories that strengthen our sense of connection, to each other, to our food and most importantly to our communities.
Media Contact
Kait Howell
Founder & Filmmaker, Common Thread Films
Website: www.palevioletred-opossum-822187.hostingersite.com
Email: kait@commonthreadfilms.com
Instagram: @commonthreadfilms
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