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Sir Robert Borden Declares War On Germany (-1) (POLITICAL CHANGE)
The participation of Canada in this war was the beginning to many casualties and injuries (61 000 casualties, 172 000 wounded). Many left their jobs to serve in the army though, which opened up occupation spots for both men and women. This was also the beginning of women in the workforce, however, work was still long and wages were still low. -
Introduction to Taxes (+2) (ECONOMIC CHANGE)
The introduction to taxes on businesses, and later, the addition of taxes on income and basic goods, helped Canada pay the debts of WW1. The government of Canada also insisted Canadians to buy Victory Bonds, which helped raise millions of dollars, all while helping Canadians gain some money, coincidentally during times when wages were low. By the end of the First World War, $44 545 was raised from Victory Bonds. -
1917 Federal Election (-1) (POLITICAL CHANGE)
Sir Robert Borden and his Union government won the election, supporting conscription. A little over 400 000 men registered for conscription, but only around 125 000 were added to the armed forces, and only about 25 000 of those men made it to France that following year. Additionally, many French-Canadians and conscientious objectors opposed (the fail of) conscription leading to violent riots throughout Quebec. -
The Battle of Vimy Ridge (+2) (CULTURAL CHANGE)
What war would result in no deaths? Right, none. So, the capture of Vimy Ridge, led by Commander Arthur Currie and the four Canadian divisions, brought major advantages. The elevation of Vimy Ridge and the capture of over 4000 Germans, helped the Canada and Triple Entente easily scout German attacks and plan ahead with the information gathered. -
Popularization of Cars (+1) (TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE)
The popularization of cars created mass production techniques to manufacture cars faster and at a cheaper price, so that vehicles can be sold for cheaper to Canadians. The increase in cars also encouraged the Canadian government to invest in infrastructure such as highways, gas stations, and car services. However, this affected the economy of the Maritime provinces, as the need for horses and hay lessened with the trend of cars. -
Women Gain the Right to Vote (+2) (SOCIAL CHANGE)
With the leadership of Nellie McClung and other suffragists, women were finally given the right to vote. Their thoughts and political opinions could finally be expressed through voting. "Up to the present time, women have had nothing to say about war, except pay the price of war - this privilege has been theirs always." - Nellie McClung (found in: In Times Like These by Nellie McClung). -
Agnes Macphail's Election (+2) (POLITICAL CHANGE)
The year 1919 saw the right for women to be elected as a Member of Parliament. 2 years later, as the first woman-Member of Parliament, Agnes Macphail supported social justice issues, which also inspired many women and young girls to speak up for themselves and prove female stereotypes incorrect. One year after her election, in 1922, women had the provincial vote in all provinces (except for Quebec). -
Bootleggers and Booze (+1) (ECONOMIC CHANGE)
The lift of alcohol prohibition in Canada was present in almost all provinces by 1927. The United States had yet to end prohibition, leaving Canadian liquor companies over 6 years (depending on the province), to illegally sell booze to the U.S. to make a ton of money. The lift of the alcohol ban also spiked up the popularity of jazz and entertainment services, where women were also beginning to dress less formally. -
Farmers and Farmland Drought (-2) (ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE)
Farmers in the prairies were unable to grow crops at a normal rate as drought would continue on to the second half of the 30s. The First World War caused a shift to industrial enterprises, making farmers unable to market their produce. They lost an unbearable amount of potential money from this because instead of exporting this surplus amount of goods to different countries such as the U.S., they had to ship it out to other provinces within the country. -
The Persons Case (+2) (POLITICAL CHANGE)
The Persons Case contributed progress towards the end to inequality of women in Canada. Under Section 24 of the British North America Act, women were not "persons," however Nellie McClung and four other women strove to change this (found in Persons Case by Canadian Encyclopedia). The case allowed women the qualification to be appointed to the Senate position in Canada.
