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Documentary Organization of Canada

Have you ever watched a movie that is real, about something that actually happened? That's called a documentary! The Documentary Organization of Canada (DOC for short) is a group of people who make documentaries or work in the documentary industry. They help people who make these films by providing resources, workshops, and even funding.

Imagine you're drawing a picture with your crayons. Sometimes, you might need help picking out the right crayon or figuring out how to draw a certain shape. That's kind of like what DOC does for documentary makers. They help them choose the right equipment, find people to talk to, and plan out the story they want to tell.

But imagine your mom and dad were going away for the day and left you in charge of your little brother or sister. You have to make sure they eat breakfast, get dressed, and don't hurt themselves while they play. That's also kind of like what DOC does for documentary makers. They make sure everything runs smoothly and nothing bad happens while the filmmakers are trying to tell their story.

So, the Documentary Organization of Canada is like a group of helpers for people who make real-life movies. They give advice, resources, and support to make sure that the filmmakers can tell the best story possible.