Hallowe’en has a history dating back to the age of the druids. How did graveyards, ghosts, goblins, monsters and witches get caught up in Hallowe’en folklore? Why do people carve faces into pumpkins and place them outside their homes on Hallowe’en evening and why do children dress up in costumes and go trick or treating? Discover some of the myths, legends...
Canadian Government
The House of Commons is the heart of our Parliamentary Government. This program studies the operation and functions of the House of Commons including Members Of Parliament,...
Read MoreCanada In The 20th Century
Three words describe the 1950’s in Canada: BOOM, GROWTH and PROGRESS. For ten years the phenomenal growth rate surged and its effects were felt into the 21st century. The average...
Read MoreSocial Studies
Shot throughout Canada and the United States, the War of 1812 is vividly recalled. Through a combination of historic recreations, archival images, paintings, drawings and maps, the...
Read MoreWorld History
This film unfolds day-by-day, revealing through the letters and diaries of 10 people the momentous ten days that led to the Allied invasion of Europe on June 6, 1944. This excellent...
Read MoreCanadian Educational Video Programs Since 1977
The Legislative Process – Educational Film
This program presents in simple format, how a Bill becomes a Law in Canada’s Federal Government, from concept through First, Second and Third readings, including Cabinet stage, Debate and Committee Stage to Royal Assent. It looks at why we have laws, what is meant by the term Rule of Law, the role of our Constitution, Police, Judges, Lawyers, Courts and...
Canada In The 1950’s – Building The Future
Three words describe the 1950’s in Canada: BOOM, GROWTH and PROGRESS. For ten years the phenomenal growth rate surged and its effects were felt into the 21st century. The average Canadian living wage skyrocketed and the labour market tightened. It was an age building with mega-projects like the St. Lawrence Seaway and Trans-Continental Pipeline. It was also a...
Snacking – New Tastes For An Old Bud – Educational Film
This fast paced and humorous video looks at improper snacking habits and how to improve upon them. This light hearted program examines the average Canadian and offers tips and advice on how to develop good snacking habits which can lead to healthier bodies and improved dental conditions. While this program is older, the message is very relevant. Grades 5 through...
10 Days To D-Day – Educational Film
This film unfolds day-by-day, revealing through the letters and diaries of 10 people the momentous ten days that led to the Allied invasion of Europe on June 6, 1944. This excellent film also presents through the reconstruction of pivotal scenes, the stories of the three key titans of D-Day, Churchill, Eisenhower and Rommel. Woven throughout the programs are the...
Our Nations’ Capital – Ottawa
This excellent film recalls Ottawa’s past and tours the present Capital Region. The extensive tour includes the National War Museum, Museum of Civilization, Science and Technology, National Gallery, Prime Minister’s Residence, Government House (Rideau Hall), Canadian Mint, Bank of Canada, Supreme Court, Rideau Canal, National Arts Centre, Embassy Row and...
Let’s Visit Ottawa – Educational Film
Designed for a younger audience, we tour our Capital Region. It includes numerous museums such as the Museums of Civilization and Natural Sciences. We walk the brick shores of the Rideau Canal and tour embassy row. Then it’s on to the Agriculture Research Centre, Bank of Canada, Supreme Court and the Mint. We take a trip to the Governor-General’s residence...
Of Spirits and Shamans: Art of Canada’s First Nations
This fascinating study looks at our country’s Native Art from every region of Canada. This exceptional program gives students an unique view of our country’s First Nations from an aspect that most have limited or no knowledge about. This program was shot entirely in Canada. An original music score accompanies the narration. A beautiful film. Grades 7+....