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127 Moments
2006
Stephen Harper becomes the Prime Minister of Canada.
2005
Canada legalizes same-sex marriage, becoming the fourth country globally to do so officially.
2003
Paul Martin succeeds Jean Chrétien as Prime Minister
SARS outbreak prompts significant public health measures in Canada.
2001
Canadian troops in international intervention in Afghanistan post-9/11 attacks.
2000
1999
Nunavut becomes a territory in Canada, representing the homeland of the Inuit people
1994
Canada joins NAFTA as a member, enhancing economic partnerships in North America.
1991
1986
World Exposition on Transportation and Communication was held in Vancouver to celebrate innovation and connectivity.
1984
Turner becomes the Prime Minister after the retirement of Trudeau.
Establishment of Cirque du Soleil
Establishment of BlackBerry Limited
1983
Establishment of Barrick Gold
1982
Rights and freedoms guaranteed to all Canadians in the Constitution Act, 1982.
1969
Official Languages Act formation for linguistic equality and bilingual services in Canada.
1968
Establishment of the Canadian Radio Television Telecommunications Commission
1967
Montreal hosted the EXPO67 showcasing innovative design, nations, and technology worldwide.
1965
Canadian Parliament adopts new national flag design featuring red maple leaf symbol.
1964
Tim Hortans Opens its Doors
1960
Establishment of Rogers Communications
1958
Avro Arrow aircraft takes maiden flight.
1957
Lester B. Pearson awarded Nobel Peace Prize for Suez Crisis diplomacy.
Establishment of Magna International
John Diefenbaker's re-election as Prime Minister.
1952
Vincent Massey was the First Canadian Governor General.
1950
Troops joining UN forces in the Korean War, representing Canada's involvement in the conflict.
1949
Canada becomes a NATO member
Newfoundland's decision to join Canadian Confederation approved by popular vote, changing political status.