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LAMARSH, Judy

1981-0266

Film

1 of 1

1967-12-08

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation

narrator, Lloyd Robertson

Telecast of the Centennial Christmas Celebrations on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Officiating at the bilingual event are Gil Bergeron of the Centennial Commission and Secretary of State, Judy LaMarsh. Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson launches the Help a Child Campaign, the focus of the occasion, by lighting the Centennial Christmas Trees. Other celebrated guests include Senators John Connolly and Sydney Smith; Miss Grey Cup; and sportsman Russ Jackson. Santa Claus arrives to receive gifts and donations for needy children in Canada and around the world. The Young Canadian Singers, led by Bobby Gimby, sing Little People, and children throng Parliament Hill to watch the fireworks display and join in the singing and festivities. As the final burst of fireworks disappears behind the Peace Tower, Gil Bergeron of the Centennial Commission closes the event with the singing of O Canada, led by Bobby Gimby and the Young Canadian Singers.

English / Français

MG32B8

Libre

V1 8111-0031
V1 8111-0030

MSS 22427

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