Thank you for sending in your ideas on important historical events, periods, movements and changes that have contributed to making Canada the nation it is today. The site is no longer active but we have updated the website to reflect what you told us. Continue to share your ideas with us by email at myhistorymuseum@civilization.ca, or through Facebook and Twitter (@Civilization).
On this timeline, we have provided a selection of some important historical events. But there are many more that have helped to shape our country. What do you think are the most important historical events, periods, movements and changes that have shaped our country? Select the ones you would put in your Museum by clicking the “Like?” button. Is there anything missing?
- Added by you! Nortel Networks ceases operations
- Nova Scotia first British colony to achieve responsible government
- Added by you! The Rebellion Losses Bill establishes responsible government in the Canadas
- Added by you! Prairie Dry Belt Disaster
Added by you! Refus global
- Added by you! Rupert’s Land Act
Added by you! Marconi makes radio history at Signal Hill
Added by you! Enticing settlers to the Prairies
Introduction of agriculture into southern Ontario
Added by you! The Winnipeg General Strike
