Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame (1986)

Documentary

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.

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  • Release Date: 1986-01-01
  • Runtime: 0h 57min
  • Director: Elise Swerhone

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Cast

  • Tommy Douglas

    Tommy Douglas

  • Donald Brittain

    Narrator

  • Carlyle King

    Carlyle King

  • Shirley Douglas

    Shirley Douglas

  • Irma Douglas

    Irma Douglas

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