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1922 Chanak Affair - Hetvi
The Chanak Affair occurred in 1922 when militarians from countries like Britain were deployed to Turkey, who threatened those in Chanak and Canada preparing Canadian troops to attack in response, which was not needed after the conflict resolved itself. This event was crucial in aiding Canadian autonomy, being the first time Canada showed independence from British demand. -
1923 Halibut Treaty - Tamanna
The decrease of halibut in the North Pacific Region caused both Canada and the United States to come together to create a treaty that would stop all commercial fishing for a season. When signing the treaty, Canada didn’t negotiate with any British representatives. Although the British government had power over Canada and any laws passed, Canada expressed that Britain shouldn’t be involved in the matter. -
1926 Balfour Report - Simran
The Balfour Declaration was a report creating the commonwealth, which stated that all countries previously under the rule of Britain are now equal to Britain but still pledge allegiance to the crown. This declaration aided us in gaining autonomy because now Canada was able to make any political decisions they see fit, as well as strengthen any trading relationships they wanted. -
1931 Statute of Westminster - Dhruvi
In 1931 passed the Statute of Westminster: a law enacting suggestions from the Balfour Report and further declaring Canada’s autonomy. It led to Canada’s global legislative voice and is seen as the charter of the present-day Commonwealth. It also finalized Canada’s political, social and legal autonomy.