Joe

Name: Joe
Genre: Animation, History
Released: 2002
Duration: 9 min
Cast: Blu Mankuma, Richard de Klerk, Maria Fierro, Shirley Milliner, Janyse Jaud

2002

9min

Animation

History

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Overview

This animated short tells the story of Seraphim "Joe" Fortes, one of Vancouver's most beloved citizens. Born in the West Indies, Joe Fortes swam in English Bay for over than 30 years. A self-appointed lifeguard at first, he became so famous that the city of Vancouver finally rewarded him with a salary for doing what he loved best.