History Browser

This article explains the history of the Cold War era of NATO, the Warsaw Pact. It focuses on Canada's role during this era. Includes a list of suggested readings.

Listing of films from the National Film Board. The evolution of nuclear fear in Canada is documented in this collection. Beginning with rumours of communist spies, continuing with fear of nuclear attack, and finally today with testing of nuclear weapons in our northern provinces by the United States.

CBC assesses damage and results of Tocsin B nuclear attack simulation exercise.

Compares and contrasts the positions of civil defense and nuclear disarmament.

A brief biography of Lester B. Pearson introduces this article on his peacemaking achievements in Egypt. The events surrounding the build-up of a United Nations force in the Suez Canal are also discussed. Taken from the television series "Canada: A People's History." Includes links to educational resources, bibliography, games, puzzles, and video clips.

Students explore a CBC Archives website to gather some first impressions and background information on the Cold War era and its impact on Canadian society and politics.

A history of Canada's involvement in peacekeeping, including the formation of the League of Nations and the United Nations.

Investigates government and personal measures taken in order to ensure survival in the event of a nuclear war.

This episode questions Canada's role in Vietnam. Did we maintain our role as peacekeeper or did we assist the United States by providing intelligence for bombing raids and distorting facts to justify their war?

Four experts on Canadian diplomacy talk about whether Canada deserves its peacekeeping reputation.