Thrown into Canada
Nov 19, 2022 · 1h 17m
Director
Aleem KarmaliOverview
This documentary explores the history of Canada’s first major migration of non-European and non-white refugees who arrived in 1972 when Ugandan President Idi Amin expelled all South Asians from the country. Their story of struggle and hope became part of Canada’s conversations about refugees and cultural pluralism, and informed the Canadian response to future refugee movements.
Cast of Thrown into Canada
Crew of Thrown into Canada
About Thrown into Canada
What is Thrown into Canada about?
This documentary explores the history of Canada’s first major migration of non-European and non-white refugees who arrived in 1972 when Ugandan President Idi Amin expelled all South Asians from the country. Their story of struggle and hope became part of Canada’s conversations about refugees and cultural pluralism, and informed the Canadian response to future refugee movements.
When was Thrown into Canada released?
Thrown into Canada was released on November 19, 2022.
How long is Thrown into Canada?
Thrown into Canada runs 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).
Who directed Thrown into Canada?
Thrown into Canada was directed by Aleem Karmali.
Who is in the cast of Thrown into Canada?
The cast of Thrown into Canada includes Idi Amin, Salma Lakhani (Lieutenant Governor of Alberta), Michael Molloy, Shezan Muhammedi and Mobina Jaffer (Canadian Senator).