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Declaration of war (-1)
The Canadian Parliament did not choose war in 1914, but in my opinion the decision should have been made by the Canadians.
The country's foreign affairs were directed from London. The British Empire, including Canada, was at war when Britain's ultimatum to Germany to withdraw its troops from Belgium expired on 4 August 1914. -
The Battle of y Pres (-1)
The Second Battle of Ypres was fought from 22 April to 25 May 1915. This was the first major battle fought by Canadian forces in World War I. The fighting took place on the Belgian Western Front, on the Ypres branch outside the city of Ypres. Canadians were determined to resist the largest poison gas attack in modern history.
Many Canadians died in this battle, most of the Canadian soldiers were farmers, teachers, doctors, etc. -
The Battle of of Viny Ridge (1)
The Battle of Vinny Ridge was part of the Battle of Arras in the French department of Padcalais during World War I. The main fighters were four divisions of the Canadian 1st Corps, opposed by three divisions of the German 6th Army.
Canadians played a leading and decisive role in these battles. -
Halifax Explosion
On the morning of December 6, 1917, the French cargo ship SS Montblanc collided with the Norwegian ship SS Imo in the waters of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. The Mont Blanc, loaded with explosives, ignited and exploded, devastating the Richmond district of Halifax. -
Federal Election (-2)
The federal election of 1917 split France and Great Britain in Canada. After months of political bargaining, Prime Minister Borden announced in October the formation of a Union military government of loyal Conservatives, pro-conscriptionists and independent MPs.
For the first time during the war, soldiers also participated in elections.
Boden and the Unionists won the election. In my opinion, this divides the Canadian public and still leaves a bad impression. -
The Hundred days (+1)
Hundred Days Front in Canada, August 8 to November 11, 1918. During this period, Canadian and Allied forces pushed German forces east from Amiens (France) to Mons (Belgium) in a series of battles that ended in the surrender of Germany and the end of the war.
I think Canada had a big impact on the First World War. Canadians have shown what it means to fight for a just cause. -
The Winnipeg General (+1)
The 1919 Winnipeg General Strike, the largest strike in Canadian history, took place from May 15 to June 25, 1919. More than 30,000 workers quit their jobs. Factories, shops, public transport and city services were closed. The strike resulted in arrests, injuries and deaths. The strike helped unite Canada's working class and had a positive effect. -
Agnes Macphail election (+2)
Agnes MacPhail was the only woman elected to Parliament in 1921, the first general election in which women were given the right to vote. She was a Member of Parliament until she was defeated in her 1940 election. She entered politics to represent local farmers. She also championed the rights of miners, immigrants, prisoners, women and other marginalized groups.I think she was a fitting role model for many women to demonstrate their ability to stand up for their people's rights. -
Chanak Affair (+2)
After World War I, Turkish forces threatened British forces in Turkey. The Prime Minister (King) refused to allow Canada to automatically give Britain military support. On September 18, King's cabinet agreed that only Congress could decide such matters. In my opinion, this was the right decision to give the Canadian parliament the vote and another step towards Canadian independence. -
Balfour Report (+2)
The Balfour Report of 1926 helped Canada become a fully self-governing nation. The report declared Britain and its Dominions constitutionally equal. This was the founding document whereby Canada remained politically related to Great Britain but legal powers were transferred to the Canadian Parliament and Prime Minister. This led to Canada's independent foreign policy.
Canadians have fought on an equal footing compared to other countries and should have an equal footing in decisions. -
Indian Act (-2)
In 1927, this law made it illegal for indigenous peoples and communities to claim land. Other changes forced Indigenous children to attend industrial and boarding schools. Indian law also defined who is considered an Indian under the law.
I think it was the wrong decision to separate children from their families and discriminate against indigenous peoples, their cultures and societies. -
Famous Five (+1)
Five famous people were plaintiffs in landmark person lawsuits. The case was decided in 1929 by the Privy Council Judiciary Committee, then Canada's Supreme Court of Appeals. The group was headed by Judge Emily Murphy. This also included Henrietta Edwards, Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney and Eileen Pearlby. Over the years, the five women have actively participated in various campaigns for women's rights. Not everyone supported the movement, but it set a positive example for many women.