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December 2001


Routing the Taliban

In this follow-up report, we look at the events that occurred following several weeks of heavy bomb- ing by the United States and the collapse of the Taliban regime. We also examine the efforts by the various factions in Afghanistan and the international community to establish a new order in that country, and the implications and ramifications for the world.

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Islam: An Overview

In light of the events of September 11, 2001, and a renewed focus on Islam, senior correspondent Joe Schlesinger presents an essay on this major world religion in which we look at its history and the conflicts that have shaped it.

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Northern Pipeline: Competing Visions

Twenty-five years ago the Aboriginal peoples of northern Canada fought tirelessly to stop the building of oil pipelines through their territory, and won. Now, in different economic and political times, there has been a far different reaction to a proposal for a natural gas pipeline through the Mackenzie River valley. This report is also the occasion for examining the transborder political and economic issues as well as the environmental implications of a northern pipeline.

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The National Ballet At 50

This profile of one of CanadaŐs premier artistic institutions examines this world-renowned dance company. The report is also a case study for exploring the role of the arts in Canada and the cultural industry the company represents.

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Acknowledgments

Resource Guide Writers: David Downer, Nadine d'Entremont, Peter Flaherty, Jim L'Abbé
Production Assistant:
Carolyn McCarthy
General Editor:
Bob Fisher
Manager, CBC Non-Broadcast Sales:
Karen Bower
Copy Editor and Desktop Publisher:
Susan Rosenthal
Web Design and Layout: Rachael Athill

CBC Non-Broadcast Sales wishes to thank the staff of CBC Television National News, in particular Executive Producer Arnold Amber, Associate Producer Lou Kovacs, Host Knowlton Nash, Writers Michael Kearns, Paul Hambleton, Brien Christie, Associate Director Yvonne Berry, and ENG Editor Greg Svaluto.