VIDEO
Common Cause: The Story of the Operation Solidarity Coalition, Video, 1984
Produced by Barna-Alper Productions, this documentary tells the story of the 1983 Solidarity protests in BC. The film follows the mobilization of the Operation Solidarity Coalition, as labour and community groups joined against the Social Credit government’s austerity budget and legislative measures.
Extensive video collected by the filmmakers during the protest is used to document the key events between July and November 1983.
● 1983 BC budget and the public response
● Establishment of Operation Solidarity and Solidarity Coalition
● Province-wide protests
● Escalation and confrontation
● Labour victories
● Aftermath and legacy