Why Canadian patriotism isn’t blind nationalism

The outrage over threats by the U.S. to become a 51st state indicates Canadian nationalism is very much alive. IDEAS shares this 1992 award-winning documentary, which includes music compositions inspired by Glenn Gould. Composer Christos Hatzis discusses the meaning and enduring relevance of The Idea of Canada, saying, "Canada allows you to be patriotic and not to be nationalist."

Credits:

Composer Christos Hatzis

Producer Steve Wadhams

Audio engineers Laurence Stevenson and Rod Crocker.