Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: The Battles of the Somme and Beaumont Hamel
The Battle of the Somme was one of the costliest battles of WW1. The effects in Canada were stagering but the impact on the colony of Newfoundland was worse.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: The First Europeans
The first Europeans to arrive in North America -- at least the first for whom there is solid evidence -- were Norse, traveling west from Greenland, where Erik the Red had founded a settlement around the year 985. In 1001 his son Leif is...
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History of Metropolitan Vancouver: Komagata Maru
This site looks at the 1914 incident of the ship Komagata Maru in which a boat loaded with Indians attempted to immigrate into Canada, and the reception they received in the Port of Vancouver. This event was a black mark in Canada's...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Canada: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Canada in North America.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Canada
On this site, find information about Canada's history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: History of the Independent Record Labels
A fascinating pictorial look at the history of record labels in Canada.
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Parliament of Canada: The Rule of Law and the Courts
Late Canadian Senator Eugene A. Forsey left a public legacy to all Canadians including this website hosted by the Parliament of Canada. In this article, he introduces important legal principles that underpin the Canadian court system,...
Curated OER
Cbc News: A History of Residential Schools
Need a better understanding of residential schools? Through a series of pertinent Q&As, this article provides a clear history and timeline of the schools, the controversy they caused, and the final apology by the Canadian government.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: History of Canada (1960 1981)
Historical events in Canada from 1960-1981 are outlined. Issues of greatest importance are covered: the New Flag, Trudeau and the 1970's, the 1980 Quebec Referendum, and Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: The Saskatchewan River Highway Through History
The importance of the Saskatchewan River as an early trade and travel route, and passage to open western Canada is profiled. Archival photographs, documents, and stories are included in the exhibit.
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Upper Canada Village
Ever want to know what life in Canada was like back in the 1860's? Well, look no further than this site! Information can be found on topics such as: daily life, communication, manufacturing, religion and more. Also be sure to check out...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Catholic Indian Missions of Canada
This article from The New Advent deals with the history and development of Catholic missions to the native peoples of Canada. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context...
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Canada Science and Technology Museum: Images of Canada; A Canadian History
This immense gallery of photos of Canada is divided into topics and accompanying text. Includes agriculture, aviation, people, natural resources, structures, and scenic views! An invaluable site for educators, students, and anyone who...
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: The Commissariat 3 D Reconstruction Project: Ottawa's Rideau Canal
Following the War of 1812, Canada realized it needed to find a water route between Montreal and the Great Lakes that was safer than using the St. Lawrence River. As a result, Ottawa's Rideau Canal and its 47 lock system were developed....
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum: Locomotives
Get a glimpse into the history of Canada's railways and explore how the locomotive influenced transportation in the country. See some of the important advancements in locomotive technology in Canada from 1900 to 1960.
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Standards Council of Canada: Measuring Success One Standard at a Time
Outlines the history of Canada's adoption of the metric system and its success today.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Origins of Skiing in Canada's National Capital Region
A look into Canada's rich ski heritage through history and photographs in the Ottawa region.
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Parks Canada: Glacier National Park of Canada
Glacier National Park of Canada is located in the Interior of British Columbia. This site has a wealth of information about the park, its history, management, geography, etc.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: Botwood Heritage Centre: Botwood: History of an Airport
This small town in Newfoundland has played a major role in Canada's aviation history. View historic footage of early planes and read of their feats.
Virtual Museum of Canada
Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: The French Connection
This exhibit features narratives and pictures that recount the history of French settlers to the banks of the Detroit River in the 1700s.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: Canada's Nursing Sisters
Canada' s Nursing sisters began in 1885. This history tells the story of these brave and dedicated women who endured the hardships of war to care for the troops.
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University of Victoria: Canada's Rights Movement: A History
The history of human rights movements in Canada from the 1930s is explained in detail and backed up by extensive support materials and primary documents. Much of the focus is on individuals and NGOs (non-governmental organizations)...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Air Canada
Air Canada is Canada's largest airline carrier. Founded in 1937, its history and expansion are traced on this site.
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Canada Tibet Committee
The Canada Tibet Committee supports Tibetans in Canada through ts fundraising and awareness campaigns. Here you can read news items, learn more about Tibet's history and the Tibetan community in Canada, and read about His Holiness the...
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