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 Uncle Louis and Canada's Golden Age |
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Louis Stephen St. Laurent never cared much for politics, its gamesmanship or its pretense. Yet under the leadership of this reluctant but passionate visionary, Canada witnessed an era of unprecedented prosperity and international influence. Accusations of arrogance would eventually cause St. Laurent to retire an embattled and disillusioned man. But the golden age would forever be the legacy of "Uncle Louis." The CBC Archives looks back at Canada's unassuming prime minister. Painting of the Rt. Hon. Louis Stephen St. Laurent, above, © House of Commons.
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 An idyllic childhood leads to a successful career. (TV; runs 2:25) |
 The hesitant climb to the top begins at the Ministry of Justice. (Radio; runs 9:12) |
 The unlikely politician achieves a sweeping victory. (Radio; runs 8:32) |
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 Canada expands its territory with a 10th province. (Radio; runs 8:56) |
 An architect of NATO, St. Laurent takes an international leap. (TV; runs 1:38) |
 An economic boom assures St. Laurent's popularity and a second electoral victory. (Radio; runs 6:41) |
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 St. Laurent finally reaches agreement on the St. Lawrence Seaway. (Radio; runs 10:28) |
 St. Laurent sets out on a world tour of 12 countries. (TV; runs 3:14) |
 The pipeline project brings St. Laurent to crisis mode. (TV; runs 3:37) |
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 After an election defeat, St. Laurent resumes his quiet life. (TV; runs 3:39) |
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