35 Years of Heritage Minutes
Heritage Minutes taught Francois Gingras about Viola Desmond
"This money that got her into trouble, and then incarcerated and accused of fraud, we can now use it to pay, with her face on [the] $10 bill."
Francois Gingras discovered the story of Viola Desmond through Heritage Minutes. The director of the "Boat People Refugees" and "Liberation of the Netherlands" Minutes sat down with us to discuss the impact the story had on him, and the way they shape Canadian understanding.
In 2026, we’re celebrating 35 years of the Heritage Minutes with Canadians reflecting on the stories that continue to shape our understanding of the country. Join us each week as we explore Canada’s history — minute by minute.