Le devoir, Part 1: 1910-1945 - Do What You Must

Founded in 1910 by Henri Bourassa, the Montréal newspaper Le Devoir has long been characterized by its spirit of independence. This documentary explores the newspaper's influence and its coverage of local, national and international issues, including the controversial question of wartime conscription.

Top Cast

Pierre NadeauSelf - Narrator (voice)

Anne BourassaSelf

Robert BourassaSelf - Prime Minister of Quebec

Ramsay CookSelf - Historian

Peter DesbaratsSelf - Ottawa Editor, The Toronto Star

Gérard FilionSelf - Publisher & Editor, Le Devoir 1947-1963

Peter NewmanSelf - Editor, Maclean's

Gérard PelletierSelf - Editor, La Presse 1961-1965