1986Documentary0h 57m

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, who was voted the Greatest Canadian in 2004 for his devotion to social causes, his charm and his powers of persuasion. Known as the "Father of Medicare," this one-time champion boxer and fiery preacher entered politics in the 1930s and never looked back.

Information

StatusReleased
Original Languageen

Keywords

canadasaskatchewancanadian politicsinspirationalfactualadmiringhopeful

Production

ONF | NFB
ONF | NFB
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