[1945-1980] The Modernization of Québec & The Quiet Revolution

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    Maurice Duplessis as Premier with Union Nationale

  • Act to Promote Rural Electrification

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    Baby Boom

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    The Cold War

  • Asbestos Strike

  • Contraception Becomes More Accessible

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    Rise of Consumer Society

  • Establishment of CEGEPs and Université du Québec Network

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    Lester B. Pearson (Liberal Party of Canada)

  • Bill 16 – Married Women Gain Legal Independence

    Led by Marie-Claire Kirkland-Casgrain)
  • Expo 67 – Showcasing Québec’s Identity to the World

  • Introduction of Québec’s Medicare System (Health Insurance Act)

  • October Crisis – FLQ Kidnappings & War Measures Act

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    The Oil Crises & Economic Downturn

  • Election of René Lévesque & The Parti Québécois

  • Bill 101 – The Charter of the French Language

  • Economic Downturn