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Immigration Regulations 1962
Changed immigration rules in Canada to disallow exclusion based on race and gender.
Baby Boom
The sharp increase in birth rate in Canada during the late 1940s, averaging 3.7 children per family in the 1950s.
Suburbia and Consumerism
The development of suburbs fueled by job availability, leading to increased consumer spending in Canada.
Welfare State
A form of government that protects and promotes the economic and social well-being of its citizens.
Bill of Rights
The first federal law in Canada to protect human rights at the federal level was introduced by PM John Diefenbaker. Only protected citizens from federal law, not provincial offenses.
The Pill
Contraception was decriminalized in Canada in 1969, allowing more women to join the workforce.
Massey Commission
Established rules to protect Canadian culture. 35% of all popular music broadcasted must be Canadian music.
Trans-Canada Pipeline
A pipeline was constructed to bring Alberta's natural gas to Central Canada.
Initiated by John Diefenbaker
The pipeline was controlled by American interests, angering Canadians
Creation of a conservative party with Diefenbaker as he rose to power
St. Lawrence Seaway
Opened in 1959, allowing large ocean ships to reach the Great Lakes and enhancing trade with the U.S.
Mega Agreements and Projects
1940: Construction of the Alaska Highway led by the U.S. in conjunction with the Canadian government.
Joint Board of Defence- A board established by the U.S. and Canada in 1940 regarding continental
1950-1962 Trans Canada Highway was built and connected all of Canada
Canada’s first Underground Subway 1954 Toronto
Expo 67
Canada's Centennial celebration in 1967, fostering national unity and tourism through entertainment.
Flag Debate
Controversy over creating a new Canadian flag, culminating in its adoption in 1965 and symbolizing national independence.
Greenpeace Foundation
Environmental movement founded between 1967-1974 that protested against nuclear testing and advocated for peace.
Tommy Douglas
Premier of Saskatchewan
Created Medicare in Canada, leading to the establishment of universal healthcare.
Youth Culture
Emerging cultural movement in Canada during the 1960s that centered around education, activism, and anti-establishment sentiments.
Joey Smallwood
Prime Minister of Newfoundland
Affluence (Consumption) - Women
Many young mothers stay at home
Women are not allowed to work at their wartime jobs
School boards do not hire married women
Governments fire married women
Daycares
