Maple Sugar & Cooperation, Quebec, Canada (1955 Original Colored Film)

Explore the sweet history of maple syrup production with this vibrant 1955 color film, produced by the Maple Sugar Producers of Quebec and directed by Father Maurice Proulx. Trained in agronomy, Proulx brings his expertise to this documentary, showcasing the innovative techniques of the time. The film begins with the traditional tapping and collecting of maple sap in spring and highlights the cooperative efforts of Quebec's independent maple sugar producers, known as Citadelle, formed in 1920. Follow the journey of maple sap through evaporation, classification, and certification processes at the Plessisville factory, narrated by Jean-Paul Nolet. Discover the array of products made, including maple syrup, sugar, butter, and candy. This film, with sound engineering by Jack Burman, offers a fascinating glimpse into the advancements and cooperative spirit of Quebec's maple syrup industry.

Source :
Burman, J., Maple Sugar Producers Of Quebec Producer, Nolet, J., Omega Productions Associated Name & Proulx, M. (1955) Maple Sugar and Cooperation. [Quebec: Producteurs de sucre d'érable du Québec] [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2021671094