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CPAC Rewind

We showcase the best of the CPAC archives, bringing you pivotal debates from the 45-year history of televised House of Commons proceedings. Plus classic CPAC interviews with politicians and public figures who helped make Canada what it is today.
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CPAC Rewind

Builders of Canada: Ramon Hnatyshyn

Former Conservative cabinet minister and Governor General of Canada Ray Hnatyshyn speaks with Martin Stringer in 2000 about his early life in Saskatchewan and his work as a Member of Parliament, cabinet minister and Canada's 24th Governor General.
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Builders of Canada: Rosemary Brown

Rosemary Brown, the first Black woman in Canadian history to be a member of a Canadian parliamentary body, speaks with Martin Stringer in 1998 about her life in politics and her efforts to promote equality and human rights.
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Builders of Canada: Peter Gzowski

Canadian broadcaster and journalist Peter Gzowski sits down with Ken Rockburn in 2001 to discuss his journalism career and his role as the beloved CBC radio host.
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Builders of Canada: Willie P. Bennett

Juno award-winning Canadian folk music singer and songwriter Willie P. Bennett sits down with Ken Rockburn in 2002 to discuss his musical career, life on the road, and how he has influenced a generation of folk and roots musicians.
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Builders of Canada: Dave Broadfoot

Canadian comedy legend Dave Broadfoot sits down with Laurier LaPierre in 2001 to discuss his award-winning career and how he remained so deeply committed to Canadian culture.
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Builders of Canada: Alex Colville

Alex Colville, one of Canada's most celebrated artists, sits down with Laurier LaPierre in 2000 for an in-depth discussion on his work as a war artist.
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Builders of Canada: Pierre Berton

Author, historian and journalist Pierre Berton sits down with Michelle Lavoie in 2003 to discuss his early newspaper career, working in Klondike mining camps and his life as one of Canada's best-selling authors.
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Builders of Canada: Mavor Moore

Canadian writer, producer and actor Mavor Moore sits down with Nyka Alexander in 1998 to discuss his role in founding many of Canada’s key arts organizations and his career in the theatre, radio and television.
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April 22, 2016 – Medical Assistance in Dying Debate

Justice Minister and Attorney General Jody Wilson-Raybould and other MPs take part in a debate on the Medical Assistance in Dying Act on April 22, 2016.
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February 16, 2005 – Same-Sex Marriage Debate

Prime Minister Paul Martin, Conservative Leader Stephen Harper and other MPs take part in a debate on the Civil Marriage Act on February 16, 2005.
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December 18, 1980 - Economic Emergency Debate

MPs take part in an emergency debate on the state of the Canadian economy on December 18, 1980. The participants include NDP Leader Ed Broadbent, Progressive Conservative Leader Joe Clark, Progressive Conservative finance critic John Crosbie, and Finance Minister Allan J. MacEachen.