Canada's History

Emancipation Day - Canada's History A look at the history and legacy of slavery in North America “by the numbers.”

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In 2021, the House of Commons unanimously designated August 1 as Emancipation Day, an occasion to reflect on the history and legacy of slavery in North America. Canada does not have a history of industrial-scale slavery but it did exist in what’s now Canada, and wasn't abolished until 19th century.

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This week’s newsletter was all about the food that has brought Canadians together.
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Many illustrations from Canada’s colonial period survive today as woodcut prints, but Louis Nicolas’ Codex Canadensis presents a rare example of ink and watercolour drawings. Check out the full post on Instagram through the link in the comments!
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Arts and Crafts 🪡 On theme fir Historic Places Days

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Here’s a newsletter full of stories about how craft and craftiness has played a role in Canadian history. From urban homesteading trends to traditional knowledge, craft has been central in bringing people together.
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These 18th century hat labels caught the attention of potential customers with fanciful depictions of the new world where beavers were abundant🎩

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The War of the Nickel Bar - Canada's History Protesting a sixty per cent hike in the cost of chocolate bars, kids across the country mounted the bonbon barricades.

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Happy #WorldChocolateDay! Read about the (very successful) post-war children's protests to make chocolates affordable again. Full article linked in the comments.

🏊‍♀️ Dive into some summer reads Titles to keep you company till the end of summer - includes our annual Summer Reading Guide!

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The Summer Reading Den newsletter is out! Pick your next read from our June-July issue book reviews and our 2025 SUmemr Reading Guide! The newsletter is linked in the comments 🔗

2025 Heritage Fair National Showcase - Canada's History The Heritage Fair National Showcase is a celebration of student curiosity, creativity, and commitment to exploring Canada’s history, heritage, and culture. This year’s participants represent a new gen...

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Tomorrow is the last day to vote for your favourite project at the National Heritage Fair Showcase!

Check out the fascinating work done by our young historians this year and help your favourite project win the People's Choice Prize🎖️

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New beaver post out on our Instagram! See all the flags that could have been and find out why the beaver never made it on the flag: www.instagram.com/p/DLVH843yRr...

Canada's History Now: Indigenous History Month! The Founding of Fort Severn | They Made the House | Mohawk Language Dictionary | Headwaters of Their Own Stream | Their Stories that Echo into the Future | Become a Board Member

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This week’s newsletter highlights stories of Indigenous peoples sovereignty and resilience. Read a mix of long-form and shorter pieces through the newsletter link in the comments.

#OnThisDay, 213 years ago, the War of 1812 officially began. This medal was designed to decorate the veterans. However, that never happened. Check out this week's beaver post on our Instagram to find out why: www.instagram.com/p/DLDE6W7SBY...

Canada's History Newsletter Archive - Canada's Historysearch-iconclosesearch-iconclose Don't miss these fascinating stories from Canada's History. This list is updated weekly.

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In this week’s Destinations newsletter: read about the Irish Heritage Festival in Ontario; standout chuckwagon racing stories from Calgary Stampede; some of the fanciest historical summer houses populated by the rich and famous.
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We are saddened by the recent passing of archaeologist Birgitta Wallace Ferguson. Her research on L'Anse aux Meadows — North America's only acknowledged Norse settlement — reflects her passion for Norse history during her long career with Parks Canada. Find her 2018 story in the comments.

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2025 Heritage Fair National Showcase - Canada's Historysearch-iconclosesearch-iconclose The Heritage Fair National Showcase is a celebration of student curiosity, creativity, and commitment to exploring Canada’s history, heritage, and culture. This year’s participants represent a new gen...

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We’re excited to launch the Heritage Fair National Showcase — an online celebration of the top student projects from across Canada this spring!

These young historians have impressed us with their thoughtful questions, depth of research, and passion for the past.

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15 Questions about Canada (a.k.a. Eh? to Zed Trivia) - Canada's Historysearch-iconclosesearch-iconclose Have you got Canadian facts at your fingertips? Test your historical knowledge with our Canada Day quiz!

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Canada's History Newsletter Archive - Canada's Historysearch-iconclosesearch-iconclose Don't miss these fascinating stories from Canada's History. This list is updated weekly.

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This week's newsletter features stories from our recent issue as well as a very special Canada Day quiz. Have fun answering trivia questions about Canadian history and get a chance to win a one-year subscription to Canada's History magazine. The newsletter and the quiz are linked in the comments!