CANS200 Textbook

What significant phrase did Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau say on October 13, 1970?

He said, 'Just watch me.'

What action did Trudeau take three days after his 'Just watch me' statement?

He invoked the War Measures Act.

What event occurred on September 28, 1972, that united Canada during the Cold War?

Paul Henderson scored the famous goal in the Summit Series against the USSR.

What was significant about April 17, 1982, in Canadian history?

The Constitution was patriated and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms was enshrined.

What did the Charter of Rights and Freedoms prevent?

It prevented discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and allowed women safe access to terminate pregnancies.

What was enacted on July 21, 1988, that transformed Canada's demographics?

The Multiculturalism Act was signed into law.

What tragic event occurred on December 6, 1989, in Montreal?

The École Polytechnique Massacre.

What was the outcome of the École Polytechnique Massacre in terms of national conversation?

It sparked a national conversation on violence against women and gun ownership.

What was the Supreme Court ruling on May 25, 1995, regarding Egan v. Canada?

The Court ruled against the plaintiffs but recognized sexual orientation as a protected ground.

What was the significance of the ruling in Egan v. Canada?

It paved the way for same-sex unions and the redefinition of marriage.

What was the outcome of the Quebec Referendum on October 30, 1995?

It brought Canada to the brink of a constitutional crisis.

What did the Truth and Reconciliation Commission release on June 2, 2015?

The Executive Summary documenting injustices against Indigenous populations.

What cultural significance did The Tragically Hip's final concert on August 20, 2016, hold?

It symbolized a Canadian cultural identity against American influences.

What was unveiled on March 8, 2018, that featured Viola Desmond?

A new ten-dollar bill.

How do the ten significant days discussed in the book impact contemporary Canada?

They inform Canadians' understanding of their history and current societal issues.

What does the author argue about the significance of these ten days?

They are crucial for understanding how Canada has become the country it is today.

What does the author suggest about the historical context of these days?

They reveal the causes and effects that shaped Canadian identity.

What does the phrase 'not all days are created equal' imply in the context of Canadian history?

Some days have a disproportionate impact on the nation's formation and outlook.

What role did the War Measures Act play in Canadian history?

It curtailed civil liberties during the FLQ crisis.

What was the impact of the Summit Series victory on Canadian national identity?

It united the nation and showcased contrasting hockey styles during the Cold War.

What was the societal impact of the Multiculturalism Act?

It transformed Canada into one of the most diverse countries in the world.

What ongoing issues did the Truth and Reconciliation Commission address?

Decades of injustices against Indigenous populations, including the residential school system.

What does the author suggest about the future repercussions of the events discussed?

The full repercussions remain to be seen, especially regarding reconciliation and societal change.

What does the author mean by 'the culmination of historical wrongs'?

It refers to the acknowledgment and addressing of past injustices in Canadian history.

What is the significance of Viola Desmond on the new ten-dollar bill?

She is recognized for her role in the fight against racial discrimination in Canada.

What is the main argument of the book?

Certain days in a nation's history have broader significance than was apparent at the time.

What event in 1982 is highlighted as significant in Canadian history?

The patriation of the Canadian Constitution from Britain.

Who was a key figure at the 1982 Constitution patriation ceremony?

Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau.

What major change did the Charter of Rights and Freedoms bring to Canadian society?

It ushered in sweeping changes that could not have been foreseen in 1982.

What tensions were exacerbated by the 1982 Constitution patriation?

Tensions between federalism and greater provincial powers, particularly in Quebec.

What does the author argue about the ten days discussed in the book?

They are interconnected and reveal how modern Canada has been shaped by political, social, cultural, and demographic changes.

What event is mentioned as having shaped modern Canada alongside political events?

The murder of Pierre Laporte during the October Crisis of 1972.

What was one of the criteria for selecting the significant dates in the book?

The dates should be memorable for those who were teenagers or adults at the time.

What does the author suggest about the Multiculturalism Act?

It ratified something that was already latent or well-known in Canadian society.

What is one example of a date that was left out of the final list of significant days?

The abolition of the death penalty in 1976.

What does the author hope to achieve by discussing these ten days?

To facilitate a larger conversation about the modern history of Canada.

What type of sources does the author prefer to use for the narrative?

Contemporary television interviews, newspaper articles, and memoirs.

What is the purpose of the additional resources section at the end of each chapter?

To provide further reading and digital resources related to the chapter's topic.

What vision of Canada is primarily presented in the book?

A liberal, progressive, anglophone, and centralist vision.

Who are some groups mentioned that have opposing views to the vision presented in the book?

Quebec nationalists, Prairie populists, and Indigenous activists.

What date is noted as significant in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic?

March 11, 2020, when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

What does the author believe is essential to understand modern Canada?

Awareness of the connection between historical events and the current state of the country.

What does the author argue about the significance of the hockey game mentioned?

It is as significant as major political events in shaping Canadian identity.

What is the impact of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms on Quebec's sovereignty?

It is viewed by many in Quebec as an illegitimate assault on their sovereignty.

What was the outcome of the Meech Lake and Charlottetown Accords?

Both failed, highlighting tensions in Canadian federalism.

What does the author suggest about the importance of remembering history?

It is crucial for understanding the present and shaping the future.

What type of events does the author include in the significant days?

Political events, cultural moments, and societal changes.

What does the author hope to encourage through the discussion of significant days?

Debate and reflection on Canada's modern history.

What is one reason the author believes the selected days are monumental?

They created headlines and sustained media coverage.

What does the author mean by the days being 'interconnected'?

They reveal a broader narrative about the evolution of Canada.

What is one potential criticism the author anticipates regarding the selected dates?

Some may disagree and suggest alternative significant dates.

What significant event did the World Health Organization declare on March 11, 2020?

COVID-19 was declared an international pandemic.

How did the NHL restructure its 2020-2021 season due to COVID-19?

Canadian teams played only against each other, initially in empty arenas.

What measures were taken by the Canadian government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic?

Charter rights were upended, immigration was curtailed, and border closures were implemented.

What was the purpose of the truck convoy that blocked border crossings in early 2022?

To protest COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restrictions.

What act did Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoke to address the protests in 2022?

The Emergencies Act.

What was the October Crisis of 1970?

A significant challenge to Canadian Confederation involving violence and demands for Quebec independence.

What did the federal government's response to the October Crisis call into question?

The concept of equality and unity of federal and provincial governments.

What was the War Measures Act invoked during the October Crisis?

A law that allowed the government to curtail rights and freedoms of Canadians.

Who was appointed as the first Official Languages Commissioner in Canada?

Keith Spicer.

What was the mandate of the Official Languages Commissioner?

To uphold French and English language rights in federal institutions.

What did the Canadian Radio and Television Commission establish on May 22, 1970?

Guidelines for Canadian content regulations for television and radio.

What was the slogan of Robert Bourassa's Liberal Party during the 1970 election?

'100,000 jobs.'

What was the 'Quiet Revolution' in Quebec?

A period of modernization and secularization in Quebec starting in the early 1960s.

What was 'le coup de la Brink's'?

An event where armored trucks transferred valuables out of Quebec to symbolize the risks of separatism.

What was the outcome for the Parti Québécois in the 1970 election?

They elected only seven members despite receiving 23% of the popular vote.

What historical tensions are highlighted in the October Crisis?

The tensions between francophones and anglophones in Canada.

What did the October Crisis reveal about popular support for Quebec independence?

It demonstrated significant support among francophones for Quebec independence.

What was the significance of Expo 67 in Canadian history?

It symbolized cooperation between French- and English-speaking communities in Canada.

How did the October Crisis affect Canadian identity efforts?

It exposed the fragility of the Canadian identity and the cooperation between communities.

What did the October Crisis suggest about the federal government's stance on Quebec nationalism?

It showed a strong opposition to Quebec independence.

What was the impact of the October Crisis on civil liberties in Canada?

It led to temporary curtailment of rights and freedoms under the War Measures Act.

What ongoing process is Canada experiencing as mentioned in the introduction?

Canada is still in the process of being shaped by events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the October Crisis.

Who commissioned Jacques Cartier to search for a western passage to Asia?

The King of France

What significant event occurred on September 13, 1759?

The Battle of the Plains of Abraham

What was the outcome of the Treaty of 1763?

Canada and most of New France were ceded to Britain.

What did the Quebec Act of 1774 re-establish?

The French language, Catholic faith, and French civil law in Quebec.

What did the Constitutional Act of 1791 accomplish?

It divided Quebec into French-speaking Lower Canada and English-speaking Upper Canada, each with its own legislative assembly.

What does the motto 'Je me souviens' signify?

It indicates that French Canadians remember their lineage and perceived injustices.

What political party emerged in Quebec in 1978 advocating for separation?

The Parti Québécois

What historical document expressed concerns about the influence of language on thought?

The Durham Report

What was the Act of Union of 1840?

It created the united Province of Canada, merging Upper and Lower Canada.

What was the primary focus of the Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism established in 1963?

To develop Canadian Confederation based on equal partnership between English and French.

What were some of the recommendations made by the Royal Commission?

To improve representation of francophones in political and business communities and address income disparities.

What cultural aspects contributed to tensions between anglophone and francophone populations?

Differences in language, religion, and customs.

What was a significant consequence of British control over French territories?

It led to resentment and mistrust between the two cultures.

What did the British Parliament aim to achieve with the Quebec Act?

To avert conflict in newly acquired French-speaking territory.

What did Lord Durham claim about the French inhabitants in his report?

He claimed they had no culture nor literature.

What was the significance of the October Crisis in Quebec?

It highlighted the irreconcilable differences between Canada's founding cultures.

What was one of the main goals of the Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism?

To promote bilingualism and better cultural relations in Canada.

What was the relationship between the Act of Union and the legal systems in Canada?

Upper Canada maintained English common law while Lower Canada kept the French civil code.

What was the impact of the British victory at the Battle of the Plains of Abraham?

It led to the evacuation of the French from Quebec City.

How did the Parti Québécois reflect Quebec's historical tensions?

It represented a strong desire for autonomy and separation from Canada.

What was a key factor in the development of Quebec nationalism?

The perceived uniqueness of Quebec culture and language.

What role did the media play according to the Royal Commission?

To promote bilingualism and appreciation of Canada's bicultural character.

What was the effect of the Quebec Act on the French-speaking population?

It allowed them to maintain their language and religious practices.

What was the significance of the phrase 'Je me souviens' on provincial license plates?

It symbolized the enduring memory of French Canadians' historical struggles.

What did the tensions between anglophone and francophone populations lead to over time?

A series of political movements and referendums regarding Quebec's independence.

What was the primary concern expressed in the Durham Report regarding educational systems?

That different educational systems heightened tensions between English and French Canadians.

What was one of the main recommendations of the commission regarding bilingual districts in Canada?

Bilingual districts should be created in regions where members of the minority community made up 10% or more of the local population.