Discover Library and Archives Canada

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The Discover Library and Archives Canada podcast is where Canadian history, literature and culture await you. Each month, we will showcase treasures from our vaults, guide you through our many services and introduce you to the people who acquire, safeguard and make known Canada’s documentary heritage.

  1. Howie Morenz: Hockey's First Legend

    2 jun

    Howie Morenz: Hockey's First Legend

    In this episode, we feature a discussion between Andrew Ross, Director, Research Support at Library and Archives Canada and Donald Murray, author of Howie Morenz: The Greatest Season in the Life of Hockey’s First Legend. Join us as we unravel what made Howie Morenz one of hockey’s most compelling figures, on and off the ice.

    32 min
  2. Porter Talk #6: Porters and the Making of Modern Canada

    09/07/2025

    Porter Talk #6: Porters and the Making of Modern Canada

    In the final episode of Porter Talk, we dive into how union gains paved the way for a brighter future for Black communities in Canada. This fight for basic human rights significantly contributed to a stronger and more progressive Canada for all. (Episode 6) Transcript Narrator Biographies

    58 min
  3. Porter Talk: Episode 6 Trailer

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    Porter Talk: Episode 6 Trailer

    In the final episode of Porter Talk, we dive into how union gains paved the way for a brighter future for Black communities in Canada. This fight for basic human rights significantly contributed to a stronger and more progressive Canada for all. (Episode 6 trailer)TranscriptNarrator Biographies

    2 min
  4. Porter Talk #5: The Women Who Stood With Porters

    11/06/2025

    Porter Talk #5: The Women Who Stood With Porters

    Join us as we meet some of the strong and devoted women who stood with porters. Without their commitment and persistence, union gains would not have been possible in light of the men’s absence while working on the rails. (Episode 5) Transcript Narrator Biographies

    52 min
  5. Porter Talk: Episode 5 Trailer

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    Porter Talk: Episode 5 Trailer

    Join us as we meet some of the strong and devoted women who stood with porters. Without their commitment and persistence, union gains would not have been possible in light of the men’s absence while working on the rails. (Episode 5 trailer)TranscriptNarrator Biographies

    1 min
  6. Porter Talk #4: The Long Fight for Porters' Rights

    06/02/2025

    Porter Talk #4: The Long Fight for Porters' Rights

    Join us as we delve into the inhumanity of portering, and the long fight for porters’ rights. (Episode 4) Transcript Narrator Biographies

    44 min
  7. Porter Talk: Episode 4 Trailer

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    Porter Talk: Episode 4 Trailer

    Join us as we delve into the inhumanity of portering, and the long fight for porters’ rights. (Episode 4 trailer)TranscriptNarrator Biographies

    1 min
  8. Porter Talk #3: All Aboard the Hotel on Wheels

    12/12/2024

    Porter Talk #3: All Aboard the Hotel on Wheels

    Join us as we explore the extraordinary demands placed on sleeping car porters by rail companies and passengers while working aboard the hotel on wheels. We will also hear about the various ways these men resisted and rose above anti-Black racism. (Episode 3)Transcript Narrator Biographies

    44 min
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The Discover Library and Archives Canada podcast is where Canadian history, literature and culture await you. Each month, we will showcase treasures from our vaults, guide you through our many services and introduce you to the people who acquire, safeguard and make known Canada’s documentary heritage.

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  • Creador
    Library and Archives Canada
  • Años de actividad
    2012 - 2026
  • Episodios
    99
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © Library and Archives Canada
  • Mostrar sitio web
    Discover Library and Archives Canada

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