đź“… March 1
1872 – Creation of Yellowstone’s Canadian counterpart movement
The idea of national parks was gaining momentum in North America after the creation of Canada’s first protected areas in the Rockies (a movement that would later lead to Banff National Park in 1885).
1999 – Nunavut Act preparations
In the lead-up to its official creation in April 1999, administrative groundwork was underway for Nunavut, marking a major milestone in Inuit self-governance.
đź“… March 2
1923 – Birth of a hockey legend
Gordie Howe was born in Floral, Saskatchewan. Nicknamed “Mr. Hockey,” he became one of the greatest players in NHL history.
đź“… March 3
1847 – Annexation Manifesto published
A group of Montreal businessmen published the Annexation Manifesto, proposing that the Province of Canada join the United States — a controversial moment in pre-Confederation politics centered in Montreal.
đź“… March 4
1929 – First Canadian woman appointed to Senate
Following the landmark Persons Case, Cairine Wilson became the first woman appointed to the Canadian Senate.
đź“… March 5
1931 – “The Maple Leaf Forever” debate era
Throughout the early 20th century, discussions about replacing “The Maple Leaf Forever” with what would later become O Canada reflected shifting ideas about national identity.
đź“… March 6
1834 – York renamed Toronto
The town of York was officially incorporated as the City of Toronto, reclaiming its Indigenous-derived name.
đź“… March 7
1969 – Official Languages Act passed
The government of Pierre Trudeau passed the Official Languages Act, making English and French the country’s two official languages nationwide.