About this season
James Laxer, chairman of the political science department at Atkinson College, is the host for a five-part series examining Canada's role in the changing world economy. Produced by the NFB, the series explores free trade, the rise of the Japanese economy and the challenges posed by new technology.
Episodes (5)
1. The Rise and Fall of American Business Culture
Aired 26 October 1987 • 58 min
A look at the United States' economic theories.
2. Shift Change
Aired 2 November 1987 • 57 min
The devastating effects of the high cost of technological advances are unveiled through interviews with unemployed workers from Hamilton.
3. Riding the Tornado
Aired 9 November 1987 • 58 min
An examination of the economic cycles experienced by countries that are mainly dependent on resource exports.
4. In Bed with an Elephant
Aired 16 November 1987 • 60 min
Using archival film footage, a retrospective of U.S.-Canada relationships as affected by their leaders.
5. At the Crossroads
Aired 23 November 1987 • 59 min
Possible alternatives for economic alliances and models are examined in this summary.