Small Voices
Lesser known stories from BC history, including the Candy Bar Strike of 1947 and the tale of Vancouver's first official lifeguard- Joe Fortes.
- 2021-2021
- 1 season
- Documentary
Lesser known stories from BC history, including the Candy Bar Strike of 1947 and the tale of Vancouver's first official lifeguard- Joe Fortes.
Season 1 Episode Guide
9 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
The Last Spike
On November 7, 1885 the ceremonial last spike was driven to complete the Canadian Pacific Railway. This is the story of how young Edward Mallandaine snuck into the photo.
Episode 2
Joe Fortes
This is the story of how Joe Fortes, an immigrant from Trinidad, was appointed the first official lifeguard in Vancouver.
Episode 3
Georgia Straight
In May 1967 Dan McLeod published the first edition of his alternative newspaper, the Georgia Straight. He reflects on his life running one of the most controversial papers in Canada.
Episode 4
Chocolate Bar Strike
In 1947 a group of kids from Ladysmith BC protested the rising price of chocolate bars.
Episode 5
The East Van Cross
Renowned Vancouver artist Ken Lum reflects on his childhood and what the East Van Cross represents to him.
Episode 6
Voice for Change
At the age of 12, Severn Suzuki delivered a passionate speech before the UN on climate change. Years later, she reflects on that important day and what it means now that she is a mother.
Episode 7
Gastown Riot
Vancouver Sun photographer, Glenn Baglo, reflects on what it was like to be at the centre of the Gastown Riot, capturing the event on film.
Episode 8
Birth of Greenpeace
Rex Weyler is one of the original founders of Greenpeace. Rex talks about his early days with the organization, and what it was like being a photographer on the first Greenpeace whale campaign voyage
Episode 9
Wreck Beach
Judy Williams, one of the central ambassadors and protectors of Vancouver's Wreck Beach, reflects on her life as a naturalist, and what the beach means to her.