1949

36. NFB — Canada Calling — 18 min

An outline of Canadian radio activity. Commentator John Fisher briefly reviews the history of radio in this country and of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's present three—network set—up. The variety of radio fare for Canadians is indicated by snatches of favorite programs; Trio Lyrique; Mart Kenney; the Toronto Symphony; the Happy Gang; forums; religious programs; drama; and old—time music. The variety of people involved in the business of broadcasting is described, and concluding sequences deal with the CBC International Service.

Director — David A. Smith
Producer — James Beveridge
Voice and Narration — John Fisher