Until 1979, it was illegal for fishermen in Nova Scotia to form a union, prompting a grassroots movement documented by filmmakers in the 1970s.
Synopsis
Until 1979, it was illegal for fishermen in Nova Scotia to form a union, prompting a grassroots movement documented by filmmakers in the 1970s.
Synopsis
Inshore fishermen in Atlantic Canada faced significant challenges in the 1970s as they sought to form a union. Filmmakers Tom Burger, Bill McKiggan, and Chuck Lapp documented these struggles, capturing the determination of the fishing community. Until 1979, it was illegal for fishermen to unionize in Nova Scotia. After funding from the National Film Board was withdrawn, the filmmakers continued their work at night. The film was ultimately released in 1990 and aired on Vision TV after the CBC declined to broadcast it.
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Why Watch
- See how fishermen fought for union rights in Nova Scotia.
- Meet the filmmakers who persisted despite losing funding.
- Find out why the CBC refused to air the documentary.
Did You Know
- It was illegal for fishermen to form a union in Nova Scotia until 1979.
- Filmmakers worked on the film at night after losing National Film Board funding.
- The film was finally released in 1990 after being rejected by the CBC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was it illegal for fishermen to form a union in Nova Scotia?
It was illegal for fishermen to form a union in Nova Scotia until 1979.
What year was the film 'Fish or Cut Bait' finally released and broadcast nationally?
The film was released and broadcast nationally in 1990.
Who were the filmmakers of 'Fish or Cut Bait'?
The filmmakers were Tom Burger, Bill McKiggan, and Chuck Lapp.
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