Canadian History By brooke.zulak Jul 1, 1867 Canda Becomes a Country Canada broke free from their British ties and became their own country! Period: Jul 1, 1867 to Oct 20, 2015 Candian History Sep 11, 1972 Official Lanugages Act Canada has two official langugages, English and French! Apr 17, 1982 Charter of Rights & Freedoms The Charter of Rights & Freedoms is brought into place and soon becomes the laws of Canada! Feb 12, 2010 Winter Olympics Winter Olympics were held in Vancouver BC!! Oct 20, 2015 Justin Trudeau Just Trudeau is elected in as the Prime Minister of Canada.