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Nile Expedition
"Voyageurs" (mostly just woodsmen) are recruited by Britain to rescue General Charles Gordon. -
Klondike Gold Rush
Gold is discovered on Rabbit Creek, a trubutary of the Klondike River. -
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South African War
Several contingents of Canadian volunteers were sent to help out. -
Naval Service Act
A Navy under the control of the Canadian government was established. -
World War I Begins
Germany invades Belgium and declares war. -
Imperial War Conference
The first of such is held in March -
Free Trade Agreement Published
The FTA is published after last minute revisions. -
official development assistance expenditures budget is cut.
In 1995 it is deceded that the expenditures will be reduced by 20.5% over the next three years.