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Anik

Accession number: 
1975.0100

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Producers:

Production Years: 
1975

Languages:

  • English
Film Properties: 
  • 16mm
  • Colour
  • Sound
Length (feet): 
900 (16mm)
Length (minutes): 
24

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Holding Institutions: 

Library and Archives Canada: 16mm, VHS, Digibeta.
"Illustrates and summarizes the evolution of satellite communications in Canada, especially in the North. Focuses on design, manufacture, and operation of Anik I, launched in November 1972. Discusses the formation and directives of Telesat Canada. Stresses Canada's importance as a world leader in satellite communications and as the first country to use geostationary satellites for domestic communications."