Film · Documentary, History

These were the reasons (2011)

stories of union organizing in British Columbia

This film takes us into the harsh realm of BC's early coal mines, canneries, and lumber camps; where primitve conditions and speed-ups often cost lives. Then, the film moves through the unemployed' struggles of the '30s, post WWII equity campaigns, and into more recent public sector strikes over union rights.

Director

Howie Smith

Country

Canada

Language

English

Release date

May 1, 2011