Vimy Ridge Memorial
The centennial of a major victory during World War One is coming up on April 9th. The battle at Vimy Ridge, in France, is sometimes described as the beginning of Canada, as the soldiers who worked together forged a new identity, beyond the colonial experience of the Dominion of Canada. Marc Montgomery spoke with Peter Mills, who is a special advisor for the event, about what will be happening in April, and what happened in 1917.
Seeking Asylum in Canada
The asylum seekers who sheltered Edward Snowden in Hong Kong are about to be deported from there. They want to come to Canada, but for now their future is in limbo. Lynn Desjardins spoke to one of the Canadian lawyers working on their case. Hong Kong authorities were angered by the story told in a feature film about Snowdon, and now the refugees are in danger of being deported, possibly leaving three children behind,and facing torture or death on their return home.
Cole Foundation
The Cole Foundation funds research in medicine, specifically in paediatric and young adult oncology. Eventually the foundation began a new branch of philanthropy with funds to theatrical productions. Barry Cole, a nephew of the founder, explains why “intercultural” productions are the chosen beneficiaries, and how a repertoire of stories is now developing.
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