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Newfoundland Joins Canada
What Happened:
-Newfoundland asks Canada to help them economically, they will only if they join confederation
-*Newfoundland referendum says they'll join
Relation to progress/decline: Created pride as they became close with Newfoundland. Reinforced that they were a welcoming country. Created national pride to accept another nation which is why it's a +2.
Country they wanted: Yes, they weren't forced and accepted on their terms. Increased their territory and able to spread power and influence. -
Status Indians allowed to vote federally
What Happened:
-First Nations had to give up their Indian status to vote
-*Parliamentary committee recommends First Nations be fully enfranchised
-Non-status vote federally 1950 and status vote 1960
Relation to progress/decline: First Nations boycotted enfranchisement which government recognized. Allowed more groups of people to vote which is why I'd give it a +2.
Country they wanted: They recognized status Indians should have a say. Made them keep their religion as well as having a voice. -
New Flag Adopted
What Happened
*Privy Council investigated a new flag design which in 1925 with the Parliamentary Committee accepting thousands of designs in 1946. It was voted and selected in 1964 and officially adopted in 1965.
Relation to progress/decline: United Canada under one flag which was there own and furthered their independence by creating a new identity which is why it's a +2.
Country they wanted: Yes, Canadians created it, powerful symbol and people believed it was good for the country -
Expo 67
What Happened:
-*Montreal holds World Exhibition
-Predicted to make government in debt $82 million
-Made $480 million in revenue
Relation progress/decline: Event generated a lot of tourist income for the Canadian economy. Unified Canadians from all across the country creating strong social relations and slightly mitigated political tensions between Quebec which is why I'd give it a +1.
Country they wanted: Yes, Canadians made money for the economy. They unified by rallying during the event. -
October Crisis
What Happened:
-James Cross kidnapped by FLQ
-Pierre Laporte kidnapped
-Army called in
-Laporte dies Cross released
Relation to progress/decline: Divided Canada, lowered pride during a dark time and dulled identity for Canada being safe country which is why I'd give it a -2
Country they wanted: No, tarnished their reputation, divided the nation and ruined pride by taking away their safety and security. -
Canada beats Soviet Union in Summit Series
What Happened:
-Canadian NHL players couldn’t go to Olympics or World Championships
-Canada would face Soviet’s in 8 game series
-Paul Henderson scores series winning goal with 34 seconds left in game 8
Relation to progress/decline: Known as champions creating pride for the sport they made. Expanded the game which showed multiculturalism. Thousands watched the series which is why its +2.
Country they wanted: Yes, globalized the sport and brought many people together. -
Ministry of Multiculturalism
What Happened:
-*Canada started to accept more non-white immigrants in the 1960’s
-PM Trudeau formalized policy 1971
-Ministry established 1973
Relation to progress/decline: Furthered identity as it showed they accept every type of race. Gave them rights they deserved which is why I'd give it a +1.
Country they wanted: Canadians created the country they wanted by letting more ethnicities into the country and ended up supporting the idea of multiculturalism after years of racial discrimination. -
Quebec Referendum
What Happened:
-Quebec was trying to achieve independence from Canada
-Parti Quebecois wins 1976 election
-*Liberals win 1980 take majority gov
-Referendum held May 20 1980 60% rejecting sovereignty
Relation to progress/decline: Quebec has wanted separation it didn't unify the country. Divided them and gave a weaker identity with provinces trying to leave Canada which is why it's a -2.
Country they wanted: No, Quebec's proposal of sovereignty made Canada lose identity, never wanted separation. -
"O Canada" officially made Canada's national anthem
What Happened:
-*Original "Chant National" written in Quebec
-First performed in 1880
-Many English versions created
-1980 bill presented to make offical
Relation to progress/decline: "God Save the Queen" was the original anthem showed Canada still with Britain. Showed Canadians becoming independent by creating own anthem which is why it's a +2.
Country they wanted: Yes, it showed independence that Canadians should be proud to make. Gave a stronger identity as the British anthem was first used. -
Creation of Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
What Happened:
-*Canadian Government decides to create a new charter of rights and freedoms 1980
-Special committee listens to Canadians
-April 17,1982 the Canadian government officially signs the new Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Relation to progress/decline: Made it clear by law all Canadians were equal which unified them. Gave them their own right and freedoms which set them apart from nations so I'd give it a +2.
Country they wanted: Yes, it set them apart from the rest and more inclusive.
