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History

On This Day June 27

🕰️ Historical Milestones

  • June 27, 1910 – Auguste Belliveau, who ran the Duke Hotel in Moncton, earned notoriety locally for being repeatedly arrested—reportedly 13 times within hours—for selling alcohol in defiance of the Scott Act

  • June 27, 1919 – Esther I. Clark of Fredericton became New Brunswick’s first female pastor when she was appointed to the Baptist Church in Grangeville, marking a milestone in women’s religious leadership

  • June 27, 1947 – Viscount Richard B. Bennett, originally from Hopewell Hill and a former Prime Minister during the Depression (1930–35), passed away in England

🗳️ Political Landmarks

  • June 27, 1935 – The 1935 provincial election saw the Liberals, led by Allison Dysart, win a decisive victory (43 out of 48 seats), toppling the Conservative government of Leonard P. W. Tilley. This was also the first election in which women could run—though none were elected until 1967

  • June 27, 1960 – The 1960 election brought Liberal leader Louis Robichaud to power, defeating incumbent Premier Hugh John Flemming and initiating a transformational era in NB politics

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🎉 Civic Celebration – June 27, 2025

  • Canadian Multiculturalism Day is officially celebrated in New Brunswick, especially in Saint John, with a flag‑raising ceremony at City Hall followed by music, dance, international food and speeches—honouring cultural diversity and community unity

  • In Moncton, “[BGC SparkFest celebrations continue this year on June 27th with Canadian Multiculturalism Day to be held at the Riverfront Park]” highlighting similar festivities locally

Summary Table

Year Event
1910 Belliveau Scott Act arrests (Moncton)
1919 Esther I. Clark becomes first female pastor in NB
1935 Liberal election victory; women eligible to run
1947 Death of former PM Viscount Bennett
1960 Louis Robichaud’s historic election win
2025 Multiculturalism Day celebrations in Saint John & Moncton
Quiz

Canada Day Quiz

🇨🇦 Canada Day Quiz 🇨🇦

Multiple Choice (1 point each)

  1. When is Canada Day celebrated?
    A) July 1
    B) June 1
    C) July 4
    D) June 30

  2. What year did Canada officially become a country?
    A) 1812
    B) 1867
    C) 1901
    D) 1776

  3. What was Canada Day originally called?
    A) Founders’ Day
    B) Dominion Day
    C) Maple Day
    D) Confederation Day

  4. Which of these is NOT one of the original provinces of Canada?
    A) Ontario
    B) Quebec
    C) Alberta
    D) New Brunswick

  5. Which symbol is most commonly associated with Canada?
    A) Bald eagle
    B) Moose
    C) Maple leaf
    D) Beehive

True or False (1 point each)

  1. Canada Day celebrates the signing of the Constitution Act.

  2. Fireworks are a traditional way to celebrate Canada Day.

  3. All provinces in Canada recognize Canada Day as a statutory holiday.

  4. Canada Day has always been called Canada Day since 1867.

  5. The capital city of Canada is Toronto.

Short Answer (2 points each)

  1. Name two activities commonly done on Canada Day.

  2. What is the national anthem of Canada?

  3. Which Canadian city hosts one of the largest Canada Day celebrations?

  4. What is the significance of the year 1982 for Canada Day?

  5. What colors are typically worn or displayed on Canada Day?

Bonus Question (3 points)

What does the word “Dominion” in “Dominion Day” refer to in Canadian history?

Bonus Question

“Dominion” referred to Canada’s status as a self-governing colony within the British Empire after Confederation in 1867. The term came from the British North America Act, which named the new country the “Dominion of Canada.”