https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh en-us 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC 2023-06-12 17:38:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/2065859964/0240e11426cc7c2453eb818ed117e7f0/IMG_0627.jpg ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786890 The Constitution  act of 1982 is the act where Pierre Trudeau believed  that if the new constitution was made Quebec would want to remain in Canada. In the year 1981 a deal was made for the new constitution with all of the provinces except Quebec. The 3 main points where The power to amend or change the constitution would be brought home from Britain, Changes to the constitution could be made if the federal government (House of Commons & Senate) and 7 provinces with 50% of the population agreed, A Charter of Rights and freedoms would be added to the constitution.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786890 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786892 In order to end the struggle between Quebec and the rest of Canada, Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney signed the Meech Lake Agreement Act in 1987. He thought that Quebec should be recognised as a "distinct society," allowing it to have its own government while still receiving federal subsidies. The Accord was rejected by all but Manitoba and Newfoundland, whereas 8 out of 10 provinces and all three political parties supported it..]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786892 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786893 Berlin was separated into four parts by the 4.2-meter-tall concrete Berlin Wall. On November 9, 1989, a mob surrounding the Berlin Wall caused it to fall. After East German citizens were permitted to cross the border, the roadblock was destroyed that evening. Because it marked the beginning of Germany's unification, the fall of this wall was significant. 1990 saw the unification of Germany.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786893 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786894 A group of Mohawk people got into a land dispute known as the Oka Crisis. Around 77 days, or from July 11 to September 26, 1990, the crisis remained. Townhouse development on contested land in the pines, which included Mohawk territory, was a major cause of the Oka Crisis. The military's use of force against its own people and the advent of militarised police in North America made the 77-day standoff noteworthy]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786894 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786896 Between August 2nd, 1990, and February 28th, 1991, Iraq's air defence system was destroyed before networks, buildings, arms plants, and roadways were targeted. Because Iraqi soldiers in control of adjacent Kuwait refused to withdraw, Desert Storm was launched. The Patriot missile system was employed for the first time during this event, making it noteworthy. As a result of the attack, more over 10,000 Iraqi soldiers were killed. Kuwait and Iraq both sustained significant losses.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786896 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786897 In Canada, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was implemented in 1991. Many nations around the world employ the GST, which is a standard tax. This tax is significant because it is necessary to eliminate all indirect taxes imposed on goods and services. The manufactured sales tax in Canada was replaced by the GST. The GST is noteworthy since it contributed 11.7% of the federal government's income from 2017 to 2018.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786897 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786901 On December 31, 1991, the Soviet Union disintegrated, ending the power of the national and federal governments. As a result of the constitution, republics acquired power. This event is notable because it signalled the Soviet Union's breakaway from its 15 constituent republics, the shift to more liberal political systems, and the severe economic disaster that followed.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786901 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786903 Prime Minister Brian Mulroney made yet another failed attempt to amend the Constitution with the Charlottetown Accord. The objective was to convince Quebec to support the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. This Act was important because it established the consultative process and set the parameters for Aboriginal action]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786903 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786904 The North America Free Trade Agreement was signed on January 1st, 1994, by the US, Canada, and Mexico. As part of this deal, all three countries agreed to eliminate trade and investment barriers and tariffs. This development is significant since NAFTA boosted trade between the three countries and opened the door for later developments like international human rights agreements.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786904 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786906 The North American Free Trade Agreement was ratified on January 1st, 1994, by the US, Canada, and Mexico. All three parties to this agreement agreed to eliminate trade barriers and taxes. NAFTA increased trade between the three countries and opened the door for following developments like international human rights agreements, which contributes to the significance of this development.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786906 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786909 Voters, primarily French-speaking Canadians, had the chance to decide whether Quebec should become an independent nation in the 1995 Quebec Referendum. Voters ultimately defeated the measure in 1995 due to a 1% discrepancy. Because the Quebec Referendum was the third failed attempt to rule Quebec, it is noteworthy.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786909 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786910 The Northwest's newest territory, Nunavut, was created on April 1st, 1999. As a result of the creation of Nunavut, the Canadian government and the indigenous Inuit people have been involved in the largest Aboriginal land claims. This event was significant since it was the first change to the Canadian map since Newfoundland was added.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786910 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786911 The Nisga'a people and the British Columbian government entered into a treaty known as the Nisga'a First Nation Treaty. The Treaty gives the Nisga'a control over their own land, including its forestry and fishing resources. It is noteworthy that the treaty, which recognises Aboriginal people and went into effect on May 11, 2000, is the first modern treaty in British Columbia.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786911 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786912 The World Trade Centre in New York City was attacked on September 11, 2011, after planes had been hijacked. The Islamic network Al-Qaeda organised the coordinated attack against the United States. 9/11 was notable because four planes were taken over by 19 gang members, which resulted in nearly 4,000 fatalities.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786912 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786913 In 1984, there was a band called The Tragically Hip. A third of Canada attended their final concert in August 2016 when it was held. The fact that the band played at their farewell concert meant a lot to their fans and to Canada because they were formed in Kingston, Ontario]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786913 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786914 When both partners are of the same sex, the union is referred to as same-sex. On June 20, 2005, same-sex unions became officially allowed in Canada. Because people who choose to be married within their own sex group have happier, healthier, and longer lives, this occurrence or action is significant]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786914 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786915 On June 11, 2008, the prime minister apologised to the pupils who had attended Indian Residential Schools on behalf of the Canadian government. This was crucial because it demonstrated that the government was aware of the negative effects that the Indian Residential School system had on Aboriginal language, culture, and history.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786915 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786916 The Olympic Winter Games held in Vancouver in February 2010 were known as the "Vancouver Olympics." Team Canada's 14 medals, which broke the previous record for the most gold medals won by a single country in an Olympic winter competition, made the competition noteworthy.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786916 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786917 By the end of 2015, Canada had committed to accepting 25,000 Syrian refugees. The main reason Canada took this move was to find a political solution to the dispute. The fact that more than 70,000 people have since migrated to Canada makes this significant.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786917 ncipro7244 https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786918 20th August 2016 The Tragically had just finished a cross-Canada tour, but this was unique. Sadly, we all knew it would be their final performance because Gord Downie was battling brain cancer.]]> 2023-06-05 13:05:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ncipro7244/g89a2x2172xl4thh/wish/2614786918