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May 7, 2018 · Canada 150. During Canada 150, the 150th anniversary of our Confederation, Canadians came together and celebrated what it means to be Canadian. This year was filled with activities that focused on engaging and inspiring youth; celebrating our diversity and encouraging inclusion; establishing a spirit of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples ...
Jun 27, 2017 · For Canadians looking for the ultimate party to celebrate Canada's 150th birthday on July 1, Parliament Hill — and nearby venues — will be the national hotspot. Live music, cultural ...
- July 1, 1917: The 50th anniversary of Confederation. The Parliament buildings, under construction, are dedicated to the Fathers of Confederation and to the courage of Canadians who fought in Europe during the First World War.
- July 1, 1927: The 60th anniversary of Confederation. The Peace Tower Carillon is inaugurated. The Governor General at the time, Viscount Willingdon, lays the cornerstone of the Confederation Building on Wellington Street.
- From 1958 to 1968: The government organizes celebrations for Canada's national holiday every year. The Secretary of State of Canada is responsible for coordinating these activities.
- July 1, 1967: The 100th anniversary of Confederation. Parliament Hill is the backdrop for a high-profile ceremony, which includes the participation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Jun 26, 2017 · On July 1, Canada will mark its 150th birthday with a national party — but many Indigenous people won't be celebrating. Some Aboriginal people across the country say Canada 150 stands as a ...
More than 300 delegates heard from 25 speakers, with the goal of developing an action to celebrate Canada's sesquicentennial. [1] The 150Alliance was established as a national network of groups with a goal to encourage communities and organizations to organize their own Canada 150 events. It held its first meeting in Ottawa on January 23, 2015 ...
Canada 150 Timeline. This Page. George Brown (1867), Tom Longboat (1907), Elsie MacGill (1927) and Jean Lumb (1957) are just a few of the remarkable Canadians featured in the Canada 150 Timeline. In 2017 Toronto marked Canada’s 150 birthday with TO Canada with Love, a year-long program of celebrations, commemorations and exhibitions.
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2017. Many of these are small, everyday acts that average Canadians can undertake, but others are more provocative that encourage people to think about Indigenous-settler relationships in new ways. We encourage you to use #150Acts to share your engagement with each item on the list. 1. Learn the land acknowledgement in your region. 2.
