The day was established in 1996 by then Governor-General Romeo Leblanc. Over one million Canadians identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit. In creating the day of recognition for First Nations contributions to Canada, the original proclamation read in part,… »
Highlights / Canada 150
Articles related to Canada’s 150th anniversary.
Health, Highlights, International, Society
Emotions, effort, and fund raising for wounded veterans
It’s called the Battlefield Bike Ride, and this was the 17th edition organized by the non-profit Wounded Warriors Canada This year in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday, some 150 riders signed up to ride across northern France to raise money… »
Ottawa unveils Royal Tour details
Heritage Minister Mélanie Joly unveiled today the details of the upcoming Royal Tour by The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, who will be travelling to Canada at the end of June to take part in celebrations of the… »
Canada 150 Mi’Kma’Ki 13,000 in Nova Scotia
Canada 150, the celebration of this country’s sesquicentennial anniversary of confederating, is being eclipsed by the indigenous experience in Nova Scotia. Just Us!, the coffee shop in Grand Pre, Nova Scotia put up the statement on the sign, to the… »
Economy, International, Society
Inspiring women to join the Canadian Forces: Short sessions offer a taste of military careers
Women in Force Programme The Canadian Forces are eager to increase the number of women in the military. There is a perception that women generally are intimidated by the idea of a military career so a new pilot project seeks… »
Arts & Entertainment, Politics, Society
The controversy over two words
In these politically correct times, changing two words has led to acrimonious debate in the Canadian government. The late Mauril Belanger, (Liberal Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier) had introduced a private members bill to change the words of Canada’s national… »
Highlights, International, Politics, Society
Canada Day 150- heightened security
Canada’s official birthday, July 1st, is always celebrated with great fanfare in celebrations in cities and towns across the country. The biggest event is of course in the national capital, Ottawa. Crowds are likely to be even bigger than the… »
Indigenous, International, Politics
Trudeau and Pope Francis discuss reconciliation at the Vatican
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Pope Francis discussed reconciliation with Canada’s Indigenous peoples, religious freedom and current ethical issues during a private meeting at the Vatican. The meeting between the pontiff and Trudeau, who was accompanied by his wife, Sophie… »
Artisans craft special yarn colours for Canada’s birthday
A small, family-run business has created a new palette of yarns to mark the 150th anniversary of Canada’s confederation. Each colour was inspired by one of Canada’s national parks such as the famous Banff National Park in the western Rocky… »
Prince Charles and Camilla to visit Canada for 150th anniversary of Confederation
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall will be travelling to Canada at the end of June to take part in celebrations of the 150th anniversary of Confederation, Heritage Minister Mélanie Joly announced today. Prince Charles and his wife… »
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