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Assassination of Franz Ferdinand
This event initiated WWI, which is why the Canadians fought in the first place. WWI negatively impacted Canada, resulting in many casualties and violence. Archduke Ferdinand and his wife were shot to death by a Serbian Nationalist in 1914 on Sarajevo Bosnia. -
Great Britain Declares War on Germany
By declaring war on Germany, Canadians had to support Britain with military power and supplies. This was why Canadians became part of WWI and the Allied Powers. When Germany attacked Belgium, close to the British coast, Britain ignored the threat. When Germany attacked France through Belgium, Britain declared war on Germany. -
Battle of Sommes
This battle was one of the most bloodiest battles in WWI, with more than 600,000 casualties on the first day. Although Allied powers gained territory, it was still a stalemate between Allied and Central Powers. This battle continued for 141 days near the banks of Somme River in France. Fought between Allies and German troops. -
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Although this battle has cost Canadians 10,602 casualties, it was the first time that Canadians had attacked as a national unit successfully. This helped Canadians to prove to the world that it is an independent country. First war where all four divisions of Canadian Crops attacked as a unit. Led by Sir Arthur William Currie, first Canadian appointed commander. -
Battle of Passchendaele
The Battle of Passchendaele also called the Third Battle of Ypres, is an event where the Allied and Central Powers fought for the village of Passchendaele. The end of the battle resulted in many casualties for the Germans and the Allies captured 8km of the best-defended territories in the world. This battle again showed the world that Canadian soldiers are strong as a unit. British sent a massive troop to attack German forces holding Passchendaele in the late summer of 1917. -
Battle of Amiens
This was the first strong of offensive successes that led to the end of WWI. It was a very well planned surprise attack, the Germans were unprepared for the attack and surrendered all at once. Canadians played an important role, they captured many key destinations and forced German soldiers back. Also known as Third Battle of Picardy and the Hundred Days Offensive ultimately led to the end of WWI. Allies fought Germans with more than 75,000 men, 500 tanks and 2000 -
Armistice Day
Otherwise known as Remembrance day, this day marked the end of WWI. The armistice was signed between the Allies in Germany and France. This is an important progress made between countries. An agreement was signed between Germany and Allies to end fighting at Compiegne, France. -
The Group of Seven
These 7 artists were the most important Canadian artists of this century. They created many new ways to portray art. Their works were recognized by the world and became part of the Canadian identity. Also known as the Algonquin School, group of Canadian landscape painters. Consists of Franklin Carmichael, Lawren Harris, A.Y. Jackson, Frank Johnston, Arthur Lismer, J.E.H. MacDonald and Frederick Varley. -
Inventing Insulin - Frederick Banting
Frederick Banting, an Ontario doctor, made a medical breakthrough to treat patients with diabetes. This discovery has helped patients all around the world, decreasing diabetic death tolls. He injected insulin, the hormone, into a dog and found that high blood glucose levels became normal and worked with Charles H., a medical student at the time. -
Person’s case
One of the most famous cases in Canada that decided that women are allowed to sit in the Senate of Canada. It was initiated by the Famous Five, a group of women activists. This was very important because it was one of the first steps to fighting for women’s rights. The Famous Five went to the Privy Council of England, led by Emily Murphy. All five women signed a letter petitioning the Supreme Court to allow women to sit at the Senate. -
The Great Depression (October 29,1929)
The stock crashes during the United States has spread to Canada during this period. This led millions of Canadians unemployed, hungry and homeless. It was the worst economic downturn in the history, especially for Canadians. Had effects on the rich and poor. Personal income and prices had dropped with major stock crashes. The Great Depression started to recover in mid 1930's.
