Post-War Canadian History Review

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Which action is directly associated with Pierre Trudeau's time as Prime Minister?

  • Establishing Medicare
  • First Indigenous rights discussion
  • Decriminalizing LGBTQ rights (correct)
  • Implementing bilingualism policy (correct)

What major event is linked to Lester B. Pearson during his tenure as Prime Minister?

  • Creation of NATO
  • Annexation of Newfoundland
  • Cuban Missile Crisis
  • Suez Crisis intervention (correct)

Which of the following was a landmark moment for Canada in expanding human rights?

  • Rejection of nuclear arms
  • The establishment of the Avro Arrow
  • Indigenous right to vote (correct)
  • Implementation of the Bi and Bi Commission

Which individual is recognized for their action against societal prejudice in Canadian society?

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Which project was significant in showcasing Canada's technological ambitions during the post-war period?

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Flashcards

NORAD

A Canadian government initiative to promote a strong military partnership with the United States.

Decriminalization of LGBTQ+

The process of removing criminal penalties for acts related to sexual orientation, giving LGBTQ+ Canadians more rights and freedoms.

Cuban Missile Crisis

A major Cold War event that brought the United States and the Soviet Union to the brink of nuclear war.

Avro Arrow

The "Avro Arrow" was a groundbreaking supersonic jet fighter designed in Canada, but it was cancelled by the government in 1959.

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Inuit Relocation

This event involved the forced relocation of Inuit people from their traditional hunting grounds to settlements, leading to significant cultural disruption and hardship.

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Study Notes

Post-War Canadian History Review

  • Canada participated in various organizations with the US and other Allied countries.
  • Key figures and their actions include Lester B. Pearson, Igor Gouzenko, René Lévesque, Terry Fox, John Humphrey, and Tommy Douglas.
  • Landmark moments in Canadian history include Indigenous peoples gaining the right to vote, Newfoundland joining Canada, acquiring nuclear capability (and later rejecting it), decriminalizing LGBTQ+ rights, legalizing abortion and birth control, adopting a new national flag, and establishing bilingualism and multiculturalism policies.
  • Significant Canadian developments include major infrastructure projects and the Avro Arrow aircraft.
  • Key events during specific Prime Ministers' terms were noted.
  • Instances of prejudice, racism, and intolerance such as the treatment of women, the Africville community, and Inuit relocation were documented after the war.
  • Television portrayals of women during this time were covered.
  • Canada's human rights record expanded to limit discrimination against LGBTQ+ people, women, Indigenous peoples, and to broaden citizenship opportunities.
  • Canada's relations with the US were influenced by events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Bomarc missiles, NATO, NORAD, the "Third Option," the SS Manhattan, and other significant interactions, including Pearson's Philadelphia speech.

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