Canada and the Twenties

After returning home in early 1919, many Canadian soldiers found there were no______available to them.

no stable pensions, limited medical services, and few job opportunities

Labour unions had reduced wages to support the __________.

war effort

Despite companies profiting, wages stayed low, leading to __________ between workers and employers.

tension and inevitable conflicts

In response to poor post-war conditions, workers across Canada demanded higher __________.

wages, better working conditions, and the right to unionize

Many strikes were long and bitter, resulting in __________ and job losses.

economic hardships

In 1919, the western labour conference led to the formation of the __________.

One Big Union

The One Big Union aimed to unify Canadian workers to gain control of __________ through peaceful means.

industry and government

The main strategy of the One Big Union was the __________.

general strike