What does the Modern Canada chapter cover?
After the Second World War, Canada's economy grew and the country became more diverse through immigration. Canada joined NATO in 1949 and took part in the Korean War. Women gained the right to vote federally in 1918, and Quebec women in 1940. During the 1960s, Quebec went through the Quiet Revolution. Canada adopted its own flag in 1965, and in 1982 the Constitution was patriated and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms added. Canadians have made major contributions to arts, science, sport and international peacekeeping.
What key facts should I remember?
- The Canadian flag (red and white maple leaf) was raised for the first time in 1965.
- The Quiet Revolution transformed Quebec in the 1960s.
- Canada is a founding member of NATO (1949).
- The Constitution was amended in 1982 to include the Charter.
- Sir Frederick Banting and Charles Best discovered insulin.
Common test questions from this chapter
What was the Quiet Revolution?
A period of rapid change in Quebec during the 1960s.
When did Canada adopt its current flag?
In 1965.
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