The first episode traces Canada's history from 1940 to 1946. Highlights include the country's military role and the domestic, social and politicial consequences of World War II. The second episode traces Canada's history from 1946 to 1964. Highlights include baby boom, the power of television, Cold War, nuclear conflict, Medicare started by Saskatchewan Premier Tommy Douglas.

"Series 4"--Container. Originally broadcast on CBC in 2001. Companion to the book: Canada : a people's history by Don Gillmor and Pierre Turgeon. DVD special features include: Canadian history trivia quiz, web link, interactive menu, and chapter indexing.

Disc 1.Crucible (1940-1946) -- disc 2. Comfort and fear (1946-1964).