My fierce padlet by Anna Bulych

Ontario

ab1526 — 2025-05-30 18:40:20 UTC

The Canadian Pacific Underground Railway had Ontario as its major location. This was a secret network to help enslaved African Americans to escape to Canada for freedom.

Canada's First Residential School UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-05-30 18:42:07 UTC

Canada's first residential school. This sparked a legacy of over 150 years of children's abuse at the hands of the government. Residential schools began as a way to control the language, religion, culture and education of First Nations and Indigenous children in Canada. THis quickly turned horrific as there was foul treatment, sexual assault, discrimination and abuse happening in these schools. THey would enforce the Catholic religion, not allow them to speak their own language, practice their culture, and go home to see their families regularly. They were taken without consent and treated brutally from the moment they stepped food in the buildings. THis is very significant to our lives daily because there is still vass measures taken to make reconciliation with this large group of people. As they were mistreated for many decades, it will continue to leave a mark on their generation for years to come.

Halifax, NS

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 18:46:06 UTC

Halifax was a mane convoy assembling port throughout World War II. This helped Canada to have a significant impact in the war

Québec City, QC

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 18:49:37 UTC

Quebec city became a permanent trading post in 1608. Trade became a significant part of Canadian society.

Ottawa, ON

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 18:53:35 UTC

In 1857, Ottawa was named the Capital Province of Canada because of its significant involvement. This has been the same since they signed Confederation.

Northwest Territories #11

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:01:12 UTC

Treaties seemed like a promise to secure their land and protect their way of life. At the time there was increasing pressure to settle therefore Treaties would guarantee support and protection from the crown.

Winkler, MB #1

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:05:23 UTC

Brandon, MB

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:09:36 UTC

Lake of the Woods, ON, Canada #3

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:14:20 UTC

Treaties would help Indigenous people's educational systems, insuring that teachers on reserves would be paid for by the government.

Fort Qu'Appelle, SK #4

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:15:29 UTC

Treaties would help Indigenous people's educational systems, insuring that teachers on reserves would be paid for by the government.

Lake Winnipeg, Manitoba #5

ab1526 — 2025-06-02 19:17:31 UTC

Treaties would help Indigenous people's educational systems, insuring that teachers on reserves would be paid for by the government.

Fort Carlton Provincial Historic Park #6

ab1526 — 2025-06-03 18:45:53 UTC

Treaties helped them to coexist with the settlers and therefore hopefully create reconciliation between the two groups.

Cluny, AB #7

ab1526 — 2025-06-03 18:53:27 UTC

This treaty was not signed in this exact location but close to it. Treaties helped them to coexist with the settlers and therefore hopefully create reconciliation between the two groups.

Lesser Slave Lake, Alberta #8

ab1526 — 2025-06-03 18:57:06 UTC

Treaties were signed to secure the future for First Nations people, especially in adapting to the new way of life that Europeans wanted.

Fort Hope, ON #9

ab1526 — 2025-06-03 19:00:59 UTC

Treaty 9 was signed in many locations of the Hudson Bay Trading posts. It was signed in about 11 locations. Treaties were signed to secure the future for First Nations people, especially in adapting to the new way of life that Europeans wanted.

Île-à-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan

ab1526 — 2025-06-03 19:04:36 UTC

This Treaty was signed to cross Northern Saskatchewan. Treaties were signed to help Indigenous people protect their education, get promises of support for healthcare, housing and farming tools.

First Encounter Between Two Cultures UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-13 18:47:45 UTC

The encounter between Canada’s First Peoples and the Norsemen occurred when Eric Eriksson, who had led the colonization of Greenland’s son Leif Eriksson ventured farther Westward. He found new lands and flat territories and ended up spotting smoke rising from woods by a river. Therefore, he and some of his crew went to see what was happening, and this is where the meeting happened. This is very significant in Canadas history because it marks the beginning of generations of encounters between these people. This first acknowledgment they would not have known at the time was important, it was the beginning of a new time of two groups reconciling and agreeing.

Jacques Cartier Place of Birth UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-15 22:03:05 UTC

Jacque Cartier, the famous voyager and French explorer who is known for being the first to claim and explore the gulf of Saint Lawrence, paving the way for French colonization in Canada. He originally was born in St-Malo, Brittany, France. He was born in 1491, and set on his first voyage on April 20, 1534. On this voyage, he came into contact with Indigenous first peoples, and named this land based on a Huron-Iroquois word "Kanata". Which meant "Village".

Jacques Cartier Explores Newfoundland UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-15 22:06:35 UTC

Jacques Cartier originally arrived in Newfoundland, now known as Newfoundland in Newfoundland and Labrador. This is where he claimed the territory on behalf of France and planted a cross as a symbol of his claiming at Gaspe Bay. He explored the coastline, and focused on mapping it for a passage to Asia. He spent time here and came into contact with many Indigenous peoples.

Jacques Cartier First Trip UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-15 23:39:39 UTC

Jacques Cartier was discovering land which he thought was India, he rather ended up discovering the GUlf of St. Lawrence on his first trip. When Jacques Cartier was voyaging and discovering the lands of Canada, he came into contact with many Indigenous peoples. Two of which, were sons of Chief Donnacona. Jacques Cartier took these two sons and brought them back with him to France in 1534. This was only on his first voyage to Canada and back to France. This is significant to Canadians now because it was the first voyage ever taken place, If Jacques Cartier never claimed and discovered this land, who knows if Canada would build into the country it has.

Gulf of St Lawrence History UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 18:54:28 UTC

The Woodlands peoples, a tribe of First nations peoples inhabited the GUlf of St. Lawrence. They depended on the sea for their source of food and goods. This is significant to see the variety of the first peoples, how they were constantly changing and inhabiting different areas in search of food, and resources. These peoples, along with hundreds of different groups of Indigenous peoples, make up what is now Canada. Jacques Cartier also discovered the Gulf of St. Lawrence and voyaged around it. Proving its history in our country and importance. It shows how although Jacques Cartier was known for finding the Gulf of St. Lawrence, there was already groups of people there thriving off of the land. That European men were not the first ones on this land, and seeing the ripple effect through history that took place after that.

Start of the Hudson's Bay Company UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 19:09:59 UTC

The Hudson Bay Company originally started in London, United Kingdom in 1670. This began when King Charles the II granted a group of English investors a charter to RUperts Land in Canada. This was a joint stock company which had the sole purpose of trading in this land. They would call it the fur trade, and now, the company stands to be about 355 years old.

Samuel De Champlain's Land Claims UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 19:18:33 UTC

Samuel De Champlain was a French explorer who took sail to what is now known as Canada, and founded what is now Quebec City. This was in 1608 when he also established New France, in 1603 to 1635. Quebec City is important because it signified his significance in the start of New France, when he came from France and solidified the French culture in Canada. He also had relations with the first people of Canada, specifically the Montagnais, Huron, and Odowa peoples.

Samuel De Champlain's Discoveries UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 19:30:08 UTC

Samuel De Champlain adventured St. Lawrence River, and he journeyed up to the Lachine Rapid. He participated in a raid against the Iroquois peoples. The St. Lawrence River is significant because Champlain believed it would be a gateway to a vital route for the fur trade. He charted the course of the St. Lawrence River, mapping it and signifying his new discovery. This is significant to Canada's history because it shows the beginning of our country. This was the first French settlement, one that set base to the culture of French Canadians that would soon become prominent to the country.

Loyalist Landing Location UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 20:20:33 UTC

Loyalists were people who remained loyal to the British Crown, while the American Revolution was underway. Nova Scotia, along with New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island were all places that some 30, 000 loyalists arrived and settled. They were mostly empty handed, and had to begin new lives with their families. They were also given land grants by the government, this all put an increasing amount of pressure on the British Government which they rarely followed through. These people were mostly made up of farmers, labourers, or tradesmen. These people are also some of the foundation of Canada therefore it is significant to our roots as Canadians.

Seven Years War Turning of the Tides UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 20:28:09 UTC

The Battle of the Plains of ABraham turned the tide of the Seven Years war which occurred in 1759 where the British forces fought against the French who were allied with the First Nations peoples. The British were attempting to conquer New France, and in this battle the British were victorious and it led to the fall of Quebec City. This all caused the later loss of the French in the Seven Years war. The British took advantage of their natural superiority and the French highly underestimated the power of the British FOrces. These both lead to the outcome of the Seven Years War.

Signing of the Royal Proclamation UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 20:29:22 UTC

Signing of the Royal Proclamation occured in St. James Palace in London United Kingdom. The Royal Proclamation of 1763 set the foundation for several important developments in North American history, particularly concerning Indigenous peoples and colonial governance. The Royal Proclamation of 1763 set the foundation for the recognition of Indigenous land rights, the establishment of boundaries, the framework for treaties, and the organization of colonial governance, although its implementation was often inconsistent and led to ongoing conflicts. The Royal Proclamation also impacts myself today as it is often used as a symbol of Indigenous rights in Canada, used in courts and in the setting up and agreements of Treaties in our country.

Constitutional Act Signing UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 20:47:20 UTC

The Constitutional Act was signed on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa in 1791. This Act divided the province of Quebec into two sections, Upper Canada which is now known as Ontario, and Lower Canada which is now Quebec. This law put in place by the British Parliament, ensured there were two separate legislative assemblies for both provinces. In upper Canada, there would be an English common law, and in lower Canada there would be a French Civil Law. THis Act wanted to make way for both populations and to insure that the members of the English speaking population had their needs met, as well as the French Speaking population in the East.

War of 1812 UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 20:53:56 UTC

The War of 1812 took place on the North America coastline of the seas as well as the borders of the United States and Canada. Which was at the time British North America. This war broke out because of the ongoing Napoleonic wars, when Napoleon cut off the American ships from British Ports. This lead to incriminating ships of both nations at the time, this is significant to Canada because as they were a British territory, America planned to invade parts of Canada to put more pressure on the British Forces. This caused a great sense of Canadian strength, identity and unity as they successfully defended our land.

Québec Act Signing UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 21:04:19 UTC

Passed in 1774 by the British Parliament, the Quebec act replaced the Constitutional Act which now expanded territory of the Province of Quebec. This was a hope to make all Europeans happy. Although this brought internal conflict in Canada because they all wanted representation. They needed a responsible government. They had small oligarchies which would independently govern the Upper and lower Canada. The Quebec Act granted religious freedom to Catholics and wanted to maintain French Civil Law, although still maintain British criminal law. This was extremely unpopular in the thirteen colonies, therefore it led to the American Revolution.

Act of Union UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 21:09:01 UTC

Adversely, marking the beginning of peace and starting point of Confederation and Democracy in Canada, they would later pass the Act Of Union in London, United Kingdom by the British Government. They had to pass this because in Canada, A bill had to be approved by the majority of both Canada East and Canada west for it to be passed. Although, they rarely agreed therefore it formed a deadlock. Their disagreement came from a difference in language and resentment from inability to see past that. At the time there was many reasons to have Confederation because The British wanted Canada to defend itself, become more independent, and because British-Canadian nationalism wanted to unite lands into one country to make the English language dominant. They also were afraid that the U.S would soon expand.

Beginning of Louis Riel UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 21:18:48 UTC

Louis Riel, a very significant Canadian figure, was born in the Red River Settlement in 1844. He was well educated and bilingual, and emerged as a leader in the Metis in Red River. He was the head of a provisional government in 1869 where he was responsible for negotiating the Manitoba Act. He is a very important man in Canadian History because he was asked by a delegation to present Saskatchewan's problems to the Canadian government. When the government ignored Metis concerns, Riel headed a Resistance called the Metis Northwest Resistance in 1885. This Resistance paved the way for all Metis people in Canada, a sense of pride and belonging comes from Louis Riel as he led his people with strength and courage.

End of Louis Riel SK

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 21:25:10 UTC

Louis Riel, an important figure in Canada and especially the Metis peoples history, lead the Northwest Resistance of the Metis people. Afterwards, he had to surrender to the Canadian Forces and was then found guilty, they said the reason was insanity. He was then hanged on November 16, 1885. After a jury of six English Speaking protestants found Louis guilty. This act had major backlash by especially Quebec, which created a lasting legacy and political ramifications in all of Canada. It is significant because this is not a highlight in Canada's history. As it should be a good and brave thing to fight for a group of peoples rights and voice, he was hanged for it.

Beginning of the Canadian Pacific Railway UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 22:25:32 UTC

The start of the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway was in February 15, 1881. They begun their construction in Montreal, Quebec. This railway was built to connect British Columbia with the rest of Canada, but also to begin to embark on a large amount of trade within country to deplete Canada's dependence on United States. The railway was also a huge part of confederation in Canada. It was a major factor for all of the regions, how they were going to pay for the railway, including where the railway would surpass. The Canadian pacific railway is significant in Canada because it united Canada, as well as improving its economic growth, and it is a huge part of our country, today.

End of the Canadian Pacific Railway UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 22:32:54 UTC

Port Moody marks the end of the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and signifies a dark part of Canada's history. Canada would import workers from China, payed extremely low wages, facing extremely horrible working conditions, and much discrimination all to get the Railway construction done. Many of these workers died due to these conditions. This is very significant in Canada's history because while it is important to highlight the good moments in our roots, it is equally important to understand that without this discrimination and harsh reality, it never would have happened. With the building of the railway came unity, a national legacy, but also symbolizes cruelty, discrimination, and a lack of credit for their significant attributions.

Conference to Start Confederation UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 22:42:22 UTC

There was a conference held in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island in 1864 with the idea of bringing together Canada, specifically the Maritime colonies of British North America. The Maritime provinces consisted of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. Without this conference there would have been no groundwork for future possibility of the Canadian Confederation. This is because after the Charlottetown conference, delegates from Ontario and Quebec, which was at the time called the province of Canada, brought fourth the idea of a larger union of provinces. This is so significant to me and to Canada because it shaped the base that our confederation was made on.

Birth of the First Prime Minister UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-16 22:43:35 UTC

The first Prime Minister in Canada, John A. Macdonald, was born in 1815 in Glasgow Scotland, and worked his way up to being the first prime minister in Canada. This is significant to our unit because we learned about the beginning of confederation and John A Macdonald served as a key role in the Charlottetown and Quebec Conferences. He had legal expertise, he was a successful lawyer and politician. He also led the Canadian delegation in London which passed the British North American Act, the beginning of Canada. He got elected into this position after Confederation. Canada's history is definitely derived from the help of this man, which solidifies its significance.

Battle of Batoche and Metis Resistance UNIT 2

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 01:03:27 UTC

First Nations and Metis peoples were unhappy with the government due to a lack of follow through on Land promises, a decrease in buffalo population, and more. Under Gabriel Dumont, Metis groups and First Nations groups began to have issues with the Northwest Mounted Police. Louis Riel declared a provisional government and this led to the events at Batoche. Although Indigenous peoples were outnumbered, the Battle of Batoche still went underway and marks a significant moment in Canada's history. It shows the importance of Gabriel Dumont, how it was not safe for Metis people and First Nations peoples of the time, and Canada's dark history.

Komagata Maru Start UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 01:51:39 UTC

The Komagata maru was a steamship in 1914 which aimed to sail to Canada, in an attempt to challenge the laws set in place in Canada against immigration. This steam boat carried 376 Indian passengers, 340 Sikhs, 24 Muslims, and 12 Hindus. They sailed to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This event was significant because, since the shoreline of British COlumbia rejected and denied entry to Vancouver. It symbolizes the discriminatory immigration policies and highlights the systemic racism in Canada. Another highlight of Canada's dark history.

Komagata Maru Arrives in Canada UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 03:23:30 UTC

When the Komagata Maru arrived along the coastlines of Vancouver, British COlumbia, they were rejected from entering the country due to the immigration laws and the policies that Canada had at the time. One of the reasons was because of the COntinuous Journey Regulation, since the Komagata Maru stopped in Japan, they were not allowed in, but along with the Immigration act of 1910 as well as anti-asian sentiments, the ship was forced to leave. On their return to India, British confrontation led to cruel treatment back home, leaving these people lost and stranded. This is significant through its relation to Canada's treatment of the First Nations and Metis people, which is still alive today. Canada's racist roots are not exposed of enough.

First Treaty Since Confederation UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 03:45:41 UTC

Treaty number one in Canada marked a special time being an agreement with the Canadian crown and Anishinabe and Muskegon First Nations. This was the first Treaty signed from the 1867 formation of confederation. But, First Nations tribes immediately mentioned and pointed out that the promises made in Lower Fort Gary were not fulfilled at all. These came to be called the Outside Promises, really signifying the effect they had on these peoples. I believe this is significant because, being the first Treaty in Canada signed since confederation, it is the Government's duty to fulfill and respond to the needs of the people. It further shows the racist ideology held in Canada and in the Government.

Start of the Indian Act UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 03:53:30 UTC

The Indian Act, a law which would deal with the status, governing and rights of Canada's population of First Nations and Indigenous peoples in Canada, was created in 1876 and enacted throughout all of Canada. This has historically controlled aspects of Indigenous peoples lives. From their land, to their schooling, culture, and their governing. It played a huge role in the start of Residential schools, which are known in Canada to be the darkest part of the countries history. When they tried to assimilate these children into Canadians society in the way the government wanted. It has been amended several times since 1876, although it is still in effect. That is so significant because despite its discriminatory control it has over the Indigenous population, Canada fails to improve on their reconciliation and co-existing with first peoples.

Conscription and Military Service Act UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 04:05:29 UTC

Robert Bordon, the eighth Prime Minister of Canada was born in this town. It is significant because, during the World War One, when Robert came home from a trip to France and saw the brutality of the war, he decided Canada had to be a significant role in World War One and therefore pushed for conscription, in the Military Service Act. The debate that all young men aged 20-45 had to join and fight in the war divided the country. This is incredibly significant because Canada's economy after World Wars flourished because of the economic respect and strength they proved through them. Conscription was not mandatory for the outcome of the war, although the "Infantry divisions" couldn't have been maintained without these men.

Detention Camps in World War I UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 04:16:33 UTC

Canada began to turn face in the war, tensions rose and the government began to look at a half of a million German and Austrian-Hungary immigrants. The government saw them as threats, making the "enemy aliens" carry special identification cars, around 8500 of them were put in detention camps throughout the war. Banff National Park is significant because it was actually home to a internment camp, Ukrainians were detained here and built the roads and buildings. This also shows another part of Canada's dark history, how fear embeds a sense of selfishness and cruelty into an entire country to turn on their own.

Battle of Vimy Ridge UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 04:23:37 UTC

Vimy Ridge was a popular battle fought in the tides of World War One, in France when Canada was fighting. They would advance through "No mans land" , at 50 metres per minute. This moment was one that was so crucial to Canada's reputation and global known respect. Great strategy went into this advance, their success helped earn Britain their victory in the war. And now there is a memorial sight to pay respect to the Canadians who fought and died in this battle. This caused 10, 600 Canadian casualties, therefore in order to have pride in our country and feel safe to be here, credit is due to this battle.

Battle of Juno Beach For Canadian Military UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 18:19:09 UTC

Juno Beach is significant in Canada's history because Canada had a major impact on the outcome of World War Two. Canada was pushed inland on land of Cean, in 1944, on D-Day. Canadian Soldiers successfully protected the coast line, and there were 14,000 Canadian Soldiers there to defend it, and 340 Soldiers were killed. This was significant because the Canadian Army did advance further inland than any other Allied force. World War Two also paved the way for much of Canada's global respect, women earning the right to vote, and economic growth. Therefore, Juno Beach proved Canadas national Identity which we do celebrate every year still, on remembrance day.

Saskatchewan Joins Canada UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 18:28:41 UTC

September first, 1905, Saskatchewan, along with Manitoba, became a province of Canada along with what was called the "dominion of Canada". They did this by dividing the Northwest Territories, and making Manitoba and Saskatchewan. At the time many of its governors believed it would soon become the most powerful province in Canada. This is definitely significant to me individually because I have lived in Saskatchewan my whole life, and plan to continue to live here. Saskatchewan is a plentiful province, witches land I live off of as my dad is a farmer. This time, when they joined the country of Canada, marks the start of a fruitful province for much of Canada.

Internment Camps in World War II UNIT 3

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 18:39:35 UTC

Internment camps were a common phenomenon in World War Two as many Japan citizens living in Canada, regardless of if they were Canadian born or not, were seen as enemies and were seen as a threat by the Canadian government. Because of the events of Pearl Harbour, Canada was now at risk. The Canadian government used the War times Measure Act as a principle to detain Japanese Citizens and place them in Internment Camps. This is a location of one of these camps in Canada. Although there were several. This is very important to know and significant to Canada's history because it shows Canada's dark history. Although they may have believed they were doing the proper thing for the country, it took away the rights and freedoms of so many of Canada's citizens who had been working hard to build a life there. This also shows that history repeats itself. As they had already done so in World War one.

Most Brutal and Harsh Residential School UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 19:03:58 UTC

George Gordon Residential school is known as one of the most harsh Residential Schools to be in Canada. Closed in 1996, Indigenous students faced severe consequences for misbehaving, speaking their original language, being children they were meant to be. The Govenrment of Canada was running the building from 1969 till its close, at the time of its worse fatalitys and records. This place is significant because it sheds light on the thousands of Indigenous children who were stripped from their homes, abused, beaten, sexually assaulted, and much more. This is debatable Canadas worst part of their history, which haunts generations to this day.

Tracy Latimer UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 19:17:26 UTC

Tracy Latimer, a 12 year old Crebral Palsey patient died, after being suffocated nby her father in a truck. This case was extremely sad because her father killed her to release her from the burden she faced with a disability. She could not communicate, she was aged extremely young mentally, therefore people across Canada debated the fairness of the courts calling. Her father ended up getting life in prison with no possibility of parole for 10 years. This case was significant in Canada because it set the stage for Canada's views on people with disabilities. It also raised awareness about the topic of mercy killings, if they were acceptable or not. This is important in the defense of people with disabilities, that they do have just as much of a right in our country as anyone else does.

Loyalist Landing Location UNIT 1

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 19:50:49 UTC

Loyalists, people who were loyal to the British Crown during the time of the American revolution, along with around 80,000 other people fled to Canada. They went to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. They are seen as the losers of the American Revolution and although they were given land grants and promises in Canada they still struggled majorly to start a life. This is important because they shaped Canadas political and cultural landscape. They worked as soldiers, labourers, and pilots cooks or musicians, therefore they did help Canada grow into a larger economy.

Discovering the Unmarked Graves UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 20:05:19 UTC

215 students were found under unmarked graves at a Kamloops residential school in 2021, and this sent Canada into a shock. This set off massive "Every Child Matters" movement across the nation and there was wide disappointment and sadness in the country. This event then caused a ripple of many other discovered unmarked graves, many children were found and named after decades of families being confused with no answers of where their children were. The country has tried to set funding in place for Indigenous peoples, recognizing the effect that these residential schools have had on them. We recognize our Treaty with each gathering, therefore this moment was relevant by increasing the individual efforts for reconciliation in our country.

Last Closing of the Residential Schools UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 20:10:39 UTC

The last residential school open was one in Rankin Inlet, closed in 1996. This date is important because it was genuinely not that long of a time ago. On June 11th, 2008 the Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued a public apology on behalf of the Government of Canada, towards the First Nations and Indigenous peoples. This was for the mistreatment, discrimination, stripping of their freedoms and for the generational trauma which has taken place. They agreed on a $10,000 compensation for any student of an Indian Residential School in Canada, although the money would not make up for this burden. This marked the first step Canada could have taken towards harmony and peace. It is said that 64.2% of former residential school attendors have PTSD, if this is not significant enough to what our country is known for, I don't know what is.

Beginning of the Maple Leaf UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 20:19:15 UTC

In 1965, Canada adopted the Maple leaf flag, the Parliament committees recommendation along with the collaborative effort of Canada resulted in the Maple leaf becoming a major symbol of our country. Queen Elizabeth the II proclamation this flag on January 11th 1965, although there have been few changes made to the flag since then, the significance stays the same. This flag represents national Identity and pride. This flag unifies Canada, shows its independence and unity as a country of people. SHowing that regardless of our past, we are evolving and growing as an economy and all yearning for the greater good of the country.

First Black History Month UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 20:25:38 UTC

Toronto, Ontario, Canada was the first city in Canada to celebrate black history month, which is now in February. Prior to this, there was a petition by Ontario Black History Society, afterwards, other provinces followed their lead and begun to celebrate this too. This happened in 1979. Canada was not a safe space away from slavery, at the time that United States was extremely discriminatory towards African American peoples. therefore it is crucial that we acknowledge the scars even our country faces. As a country, we have a reputation of being "kind, polite" and nicer than other countries, this is ironic because we have extremely dark roots. therefore celebrating things like this can increase our inclusivity and have more peace in our nation.

Canada Joins NATO UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 20:57:54 UTC

The North Atlantic Treaty was signed on April 4th, 1949 in Washington DC. THis was The main goals are to have defense among all nations signing, security taking cooperation amongst them. Canada is apart of it, along with the United States. France, Germany, and other European COuntries. This Treaty is important because it increases our safety within countries. If we were to get invaded or involved with war, we are not only defend ourselves. There are also opportunities for military training and collective cooperation with all these other very powerful countries. This is very significant because everyone wants to feel safe and protected in their own country.

Automotive Products Agreement UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 21:02:59 UTC

THe Canada United States Automotive Products agreement was made and signed in 1965 in Johnson City, TN. In 1965. THis agreement basically insured there would not be any tariffs on automotive products that would be treated between Canada and the United States. This is very significant to Canada because afterwards, Canada experienced a growth in the Automotive industry. With this cooperation, we also would grow our relationship and peace with the United States, a neighboring country. Learning that we can work together is important because Canada and the United States could be extremely powerful together.

Donald Trump Calls Trade War UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 21:20:09 UTC

On February 1st, 2025, Donald Trump Called to order a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican goods being imported into the country. He did this after years of a fair trade agreement, he said this was a powerful weapon to simply push his own agenda. These actions plummeted stocks and with time will increase the price of all goods. This is significant to Canada and its history because as we have discovered, America and Canada have been neighboring countries who usually work together in agreements and protection. Donald Trump imposing 25% tariffs on Canadian goods creates fear in Canadians, as Trump has mentioned Canada becoming its "51st state". As we have had a successful trading relationship with the States, it is very shocking he would impose this on Canada.

Canada Responds to Trade War UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-17 22:24:36 UTC

In response to Donald Trump's imposing 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico imports, Justin Trudeau on March 3rd, 2025 imposed tariffs on 30 billion dollars worth of goods, 25 %. Later on the 16th, he imposed it on the remaining 125 Billion dollars worth of goods. This response was significant because it further pushed back Donald Trump. Showing that our country would fight against it. Our economy today is definitely shocked by the tariffs, raising prices in goods and basically being forced to pursuit non tariff measures. Canada as a country showed that they do not want the tariff wars, although that they had to defend the country. Inflation was set to rise in America and the stock market went down almost immediately. Costs were raised for consumers, it is not good for anyone.

Opening of a National Historical Site UNIT 4

ab1526 — 2025-06-18 00:59:44 UTC

Batoche National Historical Site was opened in 1923, although Batoche has been around since the Metis Resistance in 1885 when Metis people, lead by Gabriel Dumont and Louis Riel, resisted against the Canadian Government. This was the site of the final battle fought in 1885. There was armed conflict and actions taken to protect their rights and land because of the mistreatment and lack of recognition and follow through by the Canadian government. This place is significant because millions of Canadians can draw attention to the resilience in these people to fight against the overwhelming majority, for the greater good. It also ended a turning point in history for the Metis people.