Expo 67: Montreal Welcomes the World

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Expo 67: Montreal Welcomes the World

Expo 67 was the most spectacular of Canada's 100th anniversary celebrations. When the Montreal Universal and International Exposition of 1967 opened on April 27, it was a gleaming futuristic spectacle and a dazzling international success. On two giant islands in the St. Lawrence River more than 50 million visitors were presented with a vision of the future.

Aerial photo of Expo 67 from Library and Archives Canada

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Expo hostesses and Canadian men

Broadcast Date: June 16, 1967

"Montreal is generally known for its attractive women, but this year the situation has become ridiculous," says The World at Six host John O'Leary — and it seems most of the male journalists covering Expo agree. They are incapable of taking their eyes off the mini-skirted "hostesses" — young women from 60 nations who act as guides to the various pavilions. In the spirit of international understanding, reporter John Sheltus takes it upon himself to ask the hostesses what they think of Canadian men.

Expo hostesses and Canadian men

• According to the Expo 67 Official Guide, "Some 250 attractive hostesses and guides are available to welcome, direct and escort visitors. They wear smart and distinctive uniforms specially designed for Expo. In addition 30 male guides are on duty."

• Most hostesses spoke several languages. They received two weeks of training, including courses in "grooming and protocol."

• At one point the hostesses were asked not to wear "mini-mini-skirts" since they "distracted visiting journalists"!

Expo hostesses and Canadian men

Medium: Radio

Program: The World At Six

Broadcast Date: June 16, 1967

Host: John O'Leary
Reporter: John Sheltus

Duration: 2:54

Last updated:
Aug. 14, 2009

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