Lurking in Michael Moore's satirical look at Canada-United States border relations are questions about our relationship with the US.Since 9/11, our countries have worked hard to keep the border open to trade but closed to threats. Professor Gilbert's lecture responds to Canadian Bacon in light of the new American President and increased security, asking the question: has our collaboration gone too far?
5:30 PM – Registration opens
6:00 PM - Presentation and screening of
Michael Moore's Canadian Bacon
Lurking in Michael Moore's satirical look at Canada-United States border relations are questions about our relationship with the US.Since 9/11, our countries have worked hard to keep the border open to trade but closed to threats. Professor Gilbert's lecture responds to Canadian Bacon in light of the new American President and increased security, asking the question: has our collaboration gone too far?
Your admission to this topical event includes:
- A lecture by Emily Gilbert, Associate Professor, Department of Geography & Planning, and the Canadian Studies program, University College
- Popcorn and a drink
- Screening of Canadian Bacon
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