Mysteries and Backstories

The Reesor Siding Incident: Canada’s Deadly Labor Clash and Civil Unrest


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Dive into the gripping story of the Reesor Siding Incident, a tragic labor clash in 1963 that left a community scarred and changed the landscape of Canadian labor history. In this episode, we'll explore the explosive tensions between striking union workers and determined farmers, the deadly confrontation that ensued, and the profound impact on labor rights in Canada.


Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction: Setting the Scene

[02:00] Background: Labor Unrest in the 1960s

[04:00] The Spruce Falls Power and Paper Company

[06:30] January 1963: Rising Tensions

[10:00] February 10, 1963: The Night of the Incident

[12:30] The Aftermath: Legal Consequences and Memorials

[16:00] Reflection: The Legacy of Reesor Siding

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Mysteries and BackstoriesBy J.J.