Drawing Connection: The Story Behind Ben’s Animals

In this special episode, we explore Ben’s Animals , a stunning new documentary premiering June 28 on CBC and CBC Gem at 8pm. The film follows 23-year-old Ben Lachapelle, an autistic artist and passionate environmentalist whose deep connection to animals and nature shapes his powerful artwork—and his voice. We speak with Ben, his mother Julie Lachapelle, award-winning filmmaker Evan Beloff, and…