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Maurice Duplessis
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Baby Boom
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Immigration From Western & Eastern Europe and China
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The Cold War
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Asbestos Strike
Cause- The strike started due to the poor working conditions and low wages of the asbestos miners in Quebec. Effect- The strike led to violent confrontations between the workers and the police, often resulting in injuries. Impact- The strike highlighted the growing discontent with the Duplessis government. It also contributed to the rise of the Quiet Revolution. -
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Korean War
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Suburban Development
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Quebec Implements Provincial Income Tax
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Vietnam War
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Rise Of Americanism
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Creation Of The Department Of Cultural Affairs
Cause- The creation of the department was mostly part of the broader reforms of the Quiet Revolution. Promoting and preserving Quebec culture. Effect- Increased the investment the government gave to arts, literature, and cultural institutions. Impact- Between 1960-1970, the influence of Quebec literature, music, and film rose a lot more due to the creation of the department. -
Cegeps & Universite Du Quebec Network
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The Ministry Of Education
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Bill 16
Cause- Bill 16 was introduced in response to the growing concerns over the popularity of English in Quebec. Effect- The bill required French to be the language used in public services and on signs. Impact- Bill 16 acted as the first step for passing Bill 101 in 1977, which would give the French language more protection. -
Expo 67
Cause- Expo 67 was part of the modernization movement during the Quiet Revolution. Aiming to transform Quebec's economy, politics, and culture. Effect- Expo 67 was able to showcase Quebec to the rest of the world. It helped establish Montreal as a growing city and bring Quebec culture to millions of visitors. Impact- Expo 67 reinforced the idea of Quebec's distinctiveness within Canada, influencing future political movements. -
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Pierre Elliott Trudeau
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Bill 63
Cause- French-speaking Quebecois were pushing for the protection and promotion of the French language, especially in education. Effect- Bill 63 allowed parents to choose whether their children could attend English or French schools. Impact- Bill 63 acted as the first step for other language laws like Bill 101. -
Quebec's Medicare System
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Arrival Of Refugees (Vietnam, Laos, & Haiti)
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Robert Bourassa
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October Crisis
Cause- The FLQ was a group that fought for Quebec's independence. Effect- The FLQ kidnapped British diplomat James Cross and Quebec minister Pierre Laporte, leading Prime Minster Pierre to invoke the War Measures Act. Impact- The War Measures Act suspended civil liberties, which caused concern about the balance between security and freedom. -
James Bay Hydroelectric Project
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The Oil Crises & Economic Downturn
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Bill 22
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Rene Levesque
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Bill 101
