A Man of Conscience
The life of one man whose actions wove a strand of compassion and morality into the fabric of Canada
January 24, 1997
24m
Documentary
Overview
The story of Morris Saxe, one man whose actions left their mark not only on the business and agricultural life of Ontario, but on the conscience of Canada. The determination and generosity that made Saxe "a man of conscience" are examined through the eyes of his grandson. Born in 1878, Saxe founded the Federated Jewish Farmers of Ontario. He rescued 79 Jewish orphans from Europe and brought them to Canada.
Directed by: Cayle Chernin
