For Future Generations
1985
54 min
Coming soon
This documentary is about the conservation ethic in Canada that led to the national parks systems around the world. Includes interviews with the then-Minister of Natural Resources, Jean Chretien.
Details
This documentary is about the conservation ethic in Canada that led to the national parks systems around the world. Includes interviews with the then-Minister of Natural Resources, Jean Chretien.
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directorBoyce Richardson
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scriptBoyce Richardson
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narratorBoyce Richardson
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producerMark Zannis
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executive producerBarrie Howells
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associate producerIan Rankin
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editingIan Rankin
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cinematographyBarry Perles
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soundJean-Guy NormandinAndré HourlierRichard Besse
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sound editingJohn Knight
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re-recordingJean-Pierre Joutel
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musicAllan Rae
Education
Ages 9 to 17
Geography - Environmental Issues
Geography - Natural Resources
Media Education - Advertising
Science - Life Systems/Ecology
Science - Physical Science
Social Studies - Environmental Challenges
Discuss the economic and environmental values of Canada’s national parks. How important are national parks for the tourist industry and the preservation of wildlife? Have students comment on the concerns of Canadians in the 1960s regarding Canada’s national parks. Discuss Jean Chretien’s contribution to national park development in the 1960s. Have students comment on the negative attitudes regarding park development, especially in British Columbia, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
