Canada: A People's History

Canada: A People's History (2000-2017)

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Canada: A People's History is a documentary series that tells Canada's story through the eyes of the people who lived it.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E02New Times, New Waysjuin 22, 2017
S05E01New Times, New Ways (1991 to 2001)juin 15, 2017
S04E04In An Uncertain World (1976 to 1990)nov. 18, 2001
S04E03Years of Hope and Anger (1964 to1976)nov. 11, 2001
S04E02Comfort and Fear (1946 to1964)nov. 4, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Canada: A People's History premiere?

Canada: A People's History premiered on October 17, 2000.

Who narrated Canada: A People's History?

Canada: A People's History was narrated by Maggie Huculak.

How many episodes does Canada: A People's History have?

Canada: A People's History consists of 17 episodes.

What is the genre of Canada: A People's History?

Canada: A People's History is a documentary series.

Who directed the episode "When the World Began"?

The episode "When the World Began" was directed by Barrie Howells.

In which episode does the show explore the experiences of the early European settlers?

The experiences of the early European settlers are explored in the episode "Worlds Collide."

Which episode focuses on the role of the fur trade in Canada's history?

The episode "Adventurers and Mystics" focuses on the role of the fur trade in Canada's history.

What is the runtime of each episode of Canada: A People's History?

Each episode of Canada: A People's History has a runtime of approximately 44 minutes.

In which episode does the show cover the history of the Canadian Pacific Railway?

The history of the Canadian Pacific Railway is covered in the episode "The Great Enterprise."

Who wrote the episode "Worlds Collide"?

The episode "Worlds Collide" was written by Mark Starowicz.

What historical event does the episode "Ordeal by Fire" focus on?

The episode "Ordeal by Fire" focuses on the War of 1812.

Who composed the music for Canada: A People's History?

The music for Canada: A People's History was composed by Claude Desjardins.

Which episode examines the role of women in early Canadian society?

The episode "Claiming the Wilderness" examines the role of women in early Canadian society.

Who wrote the episode "The Great Enterprise"?

The episode "The Great Enterprise" was written by Brian McKenna.

What is the historical period covered in the episode "The Pathfinders"?

The episode "The Pathfinders" covers the period of European exploration and colonization in Canada.

In which episode does the show explore the impact of the gold rush in Canada?

The impact of the gold rush in Canada is explored in the episode "The Great Transformation."

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