Borrowed From Nature explores the rich and complex history of Japanese gardens in western Canada. Through the principles and design philosophy of famed Japanese-Canadian designer Roy Tomomuchi Sumi, we visit Japanese gardens in Lethbridge, AB, Vancouver, BC, and New Denver, BC, revealing hidden testaments to an enduring Japanese influence in our country. Available on CBC Gem starting Nov. 13, 2020 Airs on CBC TV in BC and Alberta on Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Directed by Guillaume Carlier Written by Linda Kawamoto Reid & Guillaume Carlier Produced by Nicola Waugh & Gillian McKercher Cinematography by Bryce Zimmerman Narrated by Tim Tamashiro Produced in association with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation with support from Rogers Documentary Fund, Canadian Media Fund and Alberta Media Fund.