Canada: The Story of Us Expansion (1858 - 1899) (Season 1, Episode 5)
TV Episode | 44 min | Drama, History

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Canada: The Story of Us

Expansion (1858 - 1899) (Season 1, Episode 5)

TV Episode | 44 min | Drama, History

In the lead up to Confederation, Canada faces the threat of American expansionism. Determined that Canada will remain independent and free, a generation of risk takers, gold miners, cowboys and railway-men will rise to the challenge.

Directors

Renny Bartlett | P.J. Naworynski | Tim Wolochatiuk

Writer

Peter I. Horton

Producer

Cameron Rothery

Cinematographers

Marcus Elliott | Josh Pelham

Editor

Robb Watson

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Edit Released

Updated Apr 16, 2017

Release date

Apr 16, 2017 (Canada)

Awards

Series awards

1 nomination

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19 cast members

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