A new statue of Louis Riel in Manitoba
The Story
The provincial legislature unveils a new, dignified statue of Riel to replace the controversial old one.
Program: Sunday Report
Broadcast Date: May 12, 1996
Host: Wendy Mesley
Reporter: Colleen Rajotte
Duration: 2:16
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