After a life-altering accident shatters his world, former elite mountain biker and trail builder, Matt Hadley, faces the ultimate test of resilience. With his career and passions on the line, Matt embarks on an extraordinary journey to rebuild his life and defy the odds.
This inspiring story explores the power of determination, community, and the human spirit in the face of unimaginable challenges.
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Trailblazing: The Matt Hadley Story is produced with the support of TELUS Storyhive. The film will premiere on Telus Optik TV channel 9, Stream+ and Storyhive’s YouTube channel in 2025.
With additional support from
World Premiere
Yorkton Film Festival
Nominated for a Golden Sheaf Award in the Documentary (Point of View) category
May 23-24, 2025
Yorkton, Saskatchewan
Meet the Team
Kim Logan
Director, Writer, Producer
@kim.n.logan
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Kim is an Australian-born emerging documentary filmmaker based in Canmore, Alberta. With over a decade of experience in marketing and communications, Kim expanded her expertise in filmmaking, producing and directing two impactful documentaries: Once a Cowgirl, Forever a Cowgirl (CBC Creator Network) and Trailblazing: The Matt Hadley Story (Telus Storyhive).
Kim’s dual expertise in marketing and filmmaking allows her to craft compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences. As a producer, director, and writer, she specializes in narratives of overcoming adversity, often set against the breathtaking backdrop of the great outdoors.
Seth Williams
Director of Photography, Editor
sethwilliams.org @flip.city.films
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When it comes to crafting bios, Seth struggled to find a witty and unique format that stood out from the crowd. Therefore, begrudgingly, he reverted to the traditional method of humble bragging in the third person.
Since graduating film school, Seth’s professional journey has included working with clients such as Netflix, MTV, and the BBC. His portfolio spans from narrative films, branded content and music videos. However, he's best known for emotionally driven, human centered documentaries that reflect the grittiness and beauty of the real world.
As a cinematographer, Seth has filmed in some of the planet's most challenging locations, from the frigid peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the stifling humidity of the Golden Triangle. As an Editor, Seth’s work in outdoor adventure films showcases his ability to craft thrilling, immersive experiences, while his commercial and music video projects demonstrate a sharp eye for style and rhythm.
From script to screen, Seth is a passionate and dedicated filmmaker.
Michael Klekamp
Additional Cinematography
Portfolio
@cameraoperator.ca
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I'm Michael, a camera operator with a passion for capturing the extraordinary - locations and characters alike. I've had the privilege of working in diverse environments, from the depths of ice caves within glaciers to the heart of Africa. Whether working solo or as part of a team, my calm focus and problem-solving skills ensure every project thrives. I’m always ready for the next challenge—no matter where it takes me.
Ben Ford
Additional Cinematography
@saalttttt
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Ben Ford is an automotive documentary filmmaker based out of Fredericton NB, and a reporter with CBC New Brunswick. When he is not writing for CBC, Ben can be found either at a music festival or at a car show, with a camera in hand, taking in life as he sees it. Driver Mod and Driven to Succeed are two of Ben's passion projects, meant to help tell the stories of the automotive scene, from show to person, bridging the gap between enthusiasts.
Ben believes that the East Coast is a treasure trove of stories, and he intends to tell as many as he can.
John Blerot
Sound Designer
blerotsound.com
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John Blerot began his sound recording education at 16 and has been working with audio professionally for more than 25 years. With a diploma in Music and Recording Arts from MacEwan University, John is both a musician and audio engineer, with the unique ability to receive the world through sound. The recipient of 13 Alberta Motion Picture Industry Awards, and 30 nominations, including two for the Canadian Screen Awards, his position as a premiere audio authority is well established.
Andrea Wettstein
Composer
Six Degrees
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Andrea Wettstein is a composer at 6 Degrees Music and Sound in Calgary, specializing in music for film, television, and commercials. Her composition credits include Fly Over Canada's Awaken Canada and Windborne (Pursuit and Sherpas Cinema), Travel Alberta’s ‘Remember to Breathe’ campaign, Historica Canada’s Heritage Minutes, and documentaries Close the Divide, Herstory - Side Saddle and A-T’i Xwee-Ghayt-Nish: Still, We Live On.
Michael McIntosh
Colourist
LinkedIn
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Michael McIntosh specializes in providing many facets of post-production services, including non-linear editing, colour grading, conform, & broadcast delivery. In total, Michael has over 20 years of experience in broadcast television, live events, corporate videos, and sports entertainment production.
He was the colourist for such diverse award-winning documentaries as Ice Guardians (2016), Wochiigii Lo: End of the Peace (2021) and many different television series including the multi-award winning APTN series Tales from the Rez (2023) and Blackstone (2017).
Michael is dedicated to producing a wide range of excellent entertainment for today’s market and to collaborating with like-minded partners to bring great stories to the screen, both large and small.
IN THE NEWS
Mountain FM
Trailblazing: The Matt Hadley Story receives TELUS STORYHIVE GRANT
Calgary Citizen
Calgary-area resident Kim Logan received a $20,000 grant from TELUS to bring her captivating documentary to life
