Reckoning: The Political Economy of Canada
1987
Documentary
James Laxer, chairman of the political science department at Atkinson College, is the host for a five-part series examining Canada's role in the changing world economy. Produced by the NFB, the series explores free trade, the rise of the Japanese economy and the challenges posed by new technology.
Production
Psychomedia, ONF | NFB
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
October 26, 1987
Last Aired
November 23, 1987
Networks
TVOntario
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
The Rise and Fall of American Business Culture
Air date: 1987-10-26
A look at the United States' economic theories.
E2
Shift Change
Air date: 1987-11-02
The devastating effects of the high cost of technological advances are unveiled through interviews with unemployed workers from Hamilton.
E3
Riding the Tornado
Air date: 1987-11-09
An examination of the economic cycles experienced by countries that are mainly dependent on resource exports.
E4
In Bed with an Elephant
Air date: 1987-11-16
Using archival film footage, a retrospective of U.S.-Canada relationships as affected by their leaders.
E5
At the Crossroads
Air date: 1987-11-23
Possible alternatives for economic alliances and models are examined in this summary.
Cast
James Laxer
Self - Presenter
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