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Beginning of United States Branch Plants (1+)
During the 1920s, American’s started expanding their companies by opening branch plants in mainly Ontario and Quebec. Although the American companies made the profit from sales, these manufacturing sites provided Canadians with a stable income and explored new technology. -
The Group of Seven (1+)
The legendary group of seven, composed of seven Canadian members formed on May 18, 1920. They explore Canada’s landscapes, proving to be extremely significant to Canada’s art history. These artists put Canada on the map of the art world. -
Agnes Campbell Macphail (2+)
From 1921 to 1940 Agnes Campbell Macphail was the first woman to be elected to the house of commons and was one of the first women to be elected to the Ontario legislature. Additionally, she was the first female representative to the league of nations. She made tremendous progress for all the women out there! -
The Discovery of Insulin (2+)
On January 11, 1922, Fredrick G. Banting, an orthopedic surgeon discovered insulin, along with the help of two assistants. Insulin is extremely useful in aiding the body to use blood sugar efficiently. The discovery of insulin was a major advancement in the treatment of diabetes and improves the quality of life for many. -
The Halibut Treaty (2+)
In March of 1923, Canada had negotiated a treaty with the United States regarding the rights to fish in the Pacific Ocean. Without the presence of a British official, Canada decided to sign the treaty. This was a huge advancement in the progression of Canada’s independence from Britain. -
The Canadian Chinese Exclusion (-2)
Starting on July 1, 1923, to 1967, Canada passed a law that did not allow Chinese citizens to migrate to Canada. This was a large step against the Chinese, compared to the previous Chinese Immigration Act, which forced immigrants to pay a hefty tax when entering Canada. Chinese refer to this day as “humiliation day” since it coincided with Canada’s dominion day. -
The Opening of Pier 21 (1+)
The so-called “Gateway to Canada”, Pier 21 opened during the year 1928. Located on the depot of Halifax, the peer allowed over a million immigrants to Canada from 1928 to 1971. Welcoming those to Canada, despite there unwelcoming past. -
Canada’s First Female Olympic Medalists (1+)
In 1928, Amsterdam hosted the Olympics where the first Canadian summer Olympic team allowed women to participate. There were only 7 women out of a total of 92 participants from the Canadian team. Yet, these women took home 5 of the 15 medals won! -
Supreme Court Ruled Women are Not People (-2)
On April 24, 1928, the supreme court of Canada ruled that women are not persons and may not sit in the senate due to the British North America Act. This was a major decline in women's rights, deeming females unfit to serve society. -
The Persons Case (2+)
By 1929, women had been granted the right to vote and work. Aside from these progressions, in 1928 the Canadian Supreme Court ruled that women are not “persons” according to the British North America Act. 5 women in London, England appealed to the ruling and won the constitutional right for women in Canada to be appointed to the senate and house of commons. After women were granted the rights as persons they were able to gain more power they rightfully deserve.
