17/11/2020
ABOUT THE SHOW:
‘HOW I GOT HERE’ is a brand new TV series, where Canadian or American born 14-30 year olds will embark on an adventure of a lifetime as they travel with their Parent (or Grandparent) back to their country of origin.
You will immerse yourself in special customs, enjoy thrilling local activities and reunite with important people from your parent’s past. Through this experience you will uncover the challenges and sacrifices that your parent overcame to come to Canada or the US. ‘How I Got Here’ brings two generations closer together by sharing a trip you both will remember for the rest of your lives!
SEEKING
• Canadian or US born 14-30 year olds.
• Either one or both of your parents relocated to Canada or the US
• OR – if you were raised by or are very close to a grandparent who relocated to Canada or the US you can apply with them!
• You have not recently travelled to their country of origin/or you have never gone with them.
• Both you and your parent/grandparent must be interested/available to travel to their country of origin for up to one week in the Spring/Summer of 2021.
CASTING FAQS
• We are looking for Canadian or American born 14-30 year olds who have at least one parent born outside of these countries, who want to share their experience as they go on an all-expenses-paid, once-in-a-lifetime trip to visit their country of origin.
• For the purposes of this series, ‘2nd Gen’ is an individual who was born in Canada or the United States with at least one parent born outside of Canada or the United States.
• If selected, travel will occur sometime between February 2021 - September 2021. Those selected can expect to be travelling abroad for approximately 5-7 days.
• If selected, filming will occur at your home residence in Canada or the US and in your parent’s birth country.
• COVID Protocols: We’ll be following each country’s most current government practices and safety protocols to make sure your trip will be a safe and enjoyable experience. Health and safety of our cast and crew is our first priority.
• Ultimately only one parent and one child will be selected to travel to the selected parent’s country of origin.
• All participants will need a valid passport in order to participate.
• We require all participants to be able to speak English reasonably well in order to participate.
• Because this series is being told through the younger generation's perspective, we want 14 to 30 year old child to fill out the application on behalf of themselves and their parent. Please note, if you're under the age of 18 at time of application you'll need a parent to sign for you.
