Ninth Floor
Synopsis
In February 1969, hundreds of students barricaded themselves in a computer center at Sir George Williams University to protest alleged racism from a professor.
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Synopsis
In February 1969, students at Sir George Williams University in Montreal barricaded themselves in the computer center to protest alleged racism from a professor. The peaceful demonstration escalated into violence, resulting in the destruction of university property and numerous criminal charges against the protestors. Directed by Mina Shum, "Ninth Floor" revisits this significant event through interviews with key participants, reflecting on their experiences and the lasting impact of the Sir George Williams incident on race relations in Canada.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how a protest escalated into a significant event in Canada.
- Meet individuals who faced cultural shocks after moving to Canada.
- Find out about the lasting impact of the Sir George Williams incident.
Did You Know
- In February 1969, hundreds of students barricaded themselves in a computer center for two weeks.
- Ninety-seven protestors faced criminal charges, many from the Caribbean.
- The Sir George Williams incident is considered a turning point for race relations in Canada.
- The protest initially started as a peaceful demonstration against a university professor.
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What event occurred in February 1969 at Sir George Williams University?
Hundreds of students barricaded themselves in the university's computer center to protest alleged racism, which escalated into violence and resulted in the building being set on fire.
What was the outcome for the protestors involved in the Sir George Williams incident?
Ninety-seven protestors faced a variety of criminal charges, many of whom were from the Caribbean.
How did the Sir George Williams incident impact race relations in Canada?
The incident gained an almost mythical stature as a turning point for race relations in Canada.
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