Inspired by this recent Metafilter discussion about popular knowledge of history, I found these remarkable short films are now online. Most Canadians will probably recognise this long running series. But for those elsewhere, this is an ambitious project to promote historical knowledge and awareness among the general public, at least of recent Canadian history. Of course, the Canadians will claim anything they can as their own, but we do have our own myths and legends. Like all good histories, there is some silly swashbuckling, but also heroism and pride, not to mention tears. New minutes are also being made by students, including this excellent profile of Chief Piapot. The project is not without controversy; unabashedly proud, it only occasionally dwells on the darker side of Canadian history. But it succeeded at least in teaching this Canadian about the exciting origins of our "responsible government". Quicktime versions of the minutes are available at each page.