Parliament building

Dates in Modern Canadian History

By MrLemoine
  • John Cabot discovers Canada
    Jan 1, 1497

    John Cabot discovers Canada

    It is believed that sometime in 1497, John Cabot (also known as Giovanni Cabotto) landed on the island of Newfoundland.
  • Samuel de Champlain founds Quebec City

    Samuel de Champlain founds Quebec City

    Samuel de Champlain is credited with founding the town of Quebec City (Stadacona) and the colony of New France
  • War of 1812 Begins

    War of 1812 Begins

    The picture depicts the burning of Washington, when the original White House was razed
  • War of 1812 ends

    War of 1812 ends

  • Charlottetown Conference

    Charlottetown Conference

    September 1-9, 1864
  • Canada Becomes Independent

    Canada Becomes Independent

  • Women Gain the Right to Vote

    Women Gain the Right to Vote

  • Newfoundland Joins Canada

    Newfoundland Joins Canada

  • Expo '67

    Expo '67

    Considered the most successful World's Fair of the 20th century, it ran from April 27-October 29, 1967
  • 2010 Winter Olympics

    2010 Winter Olympics

    Vancouver Games. Ran until February 28, 2010.