1950s

  • Red River floods

  • Inuits Allowed to Vote

    Inuits Allowed to Vote
    Aboriginals are giving permission to vote in federal elections, if they give up their status. This paved the way for more just elections, where everyone can vote.
  • Transcanada Pipeline

    Transcanada Pipeline
    Used to carry multiple liquid resources throughout Canada that are
    still used today. Proved Canada can adapt to a booming population, and can manage its many resources. The pipeline is also responsible for many jobs. The construction was expensive and raised concerns of being uneconomic, it then proved to be have been worth it in the long run. This pipeline is not only the largest in Canada, but one the largest in the world, putting Canada on the map in the oil industry.
  • End of Korean War

  • Marilyn Bell Swims Across Lake Ontario

  • First Subway Train In Toronto

  • Hockey Fans Riot Over Rocket Richard

  • First Female Cabinet Minister

    First Female Cabinet Minister
    Ellen Fairclough became the first woman cabinet minister. Opening up the world of politics to women all over the country.
  • Avro Arrow

    Avro Arrow
    Fastest created jet in the world.
    Created 14 000 jobs.
  • John Diefenbaker

    John Diefenbaker
    Prime minister John Diefenbaker wins a landslide election, wining 208 out of 265 seats. Showing the power of democracy in this country.