History was marked on July 1st, 1867 now known as Canada Day, when the British North American Act was passed. This act allowed for Canada to be officially established as a self-governing entity under the British Empire. This was a momentous time for Canada as we were given more control, more opportunities, and we were allowed to reach new heights. This all setup Canada to become a great country, but something at the time was still missing. We were a country, but at the same time not a country.…
Flags have symbolized and represented countries for hundreds of years. Canada has had multiple flag changes since Confederation from the Union Jack to the Red Ensign. However, a new flag was announced and has been Canada’s flag ever since. Creator of the peacekeepers and future Prime Minister Lester Pearson had successfully convinced Canadians that Canada was in need of a brand new flag. That flag has changed Canada’s identity as an independent nation by removing British influences and uniting all Canadians.…
There have been several moments in Canadian history that shaped our country economically, socially and politically. Canada as a nation continues to grow and each day, every moment, every second history is made. World War I was a time when Canada embraced as a nation. Canadian efforts during World War I was noteworthy and epoch making. World War I was one of the most deadly wars human history has ever seen.…
Lester B. Pearson: Canada 's Greatest Prime Minister Being elected as prime minister of Canada is the greatest honour a Canadian political leader can receive. Lester Bowles Pearson was the most impactful man ever to take on the role of prime minister. Lester B. Pearson Pearson deserves this title because he defined Canada 's identity whilst creating and improving various social programs, which drastically improved the overall quality of life in Canada.(Biris ‘6’) Additionally, Pearson elegantly established Canada as a peacekeeping nation through his international relationships.(Biris ‘2’) Lester B. Pearson built Canada’s identity through the introduction of the Canadian flag, he also established the Canadian Royal Commision of Bilingualism…
Furthermore, the national flag has been taken to many wars including world wars one and two. This significant time in our history displays our country’s support for one another and how we have never given up. Additionally, the flag is very traditional and expresses a lot more than meets the eye as it has been with our…
Change in the 1920s Gava The 1920s was one of Canada’s most developmental periods, with changes that still impact everyday lives throughout the country. There was mass production of automobiles, which revolutionized transportation and shaped current civilization. Women began to break the gender barrier as the got the right to vote and joined the workplace, leading to early feminism and the way to gender equality.…
Canadian Coat of Arms Canada’s coat of arms is an important design that contains highly important symbols, but some of these need to be refreshed. In the initial design, the crest was represented by a lion, but we replaced this symbol with a totem. The totem represents the First Nations people, as the have a strong connection to Canada’s history. However we still decided to keep the crown to represent Canada as a constitutional monarchy that is run by a sovereign. On the right of the totem pole, is the Quebec flag, the Fleurdelisé.…
Our flag has flown for over 100 years, effectively promoting our Australian Identity on an international stage. It represents our country, our systems of government and virtually everything that we are. People often argue that the flag doesn’t represent all of Australia’s culture. This however, is wrong! The Southern Cross, situated on the right-hand side of the flag, not only refers to our place in the world, but is highly significant in Aboriginal mythology.…
The Canadian flag is important because it represents our country. Why is a maple leaf on the flag? It has to do with the maple trees on the east coast of Canada. People use the sap of the maple trees to make maple syrup. Then they can use maple syrup to make maple drops.…
Canada’s identity has always been considered to be a cultural mosaic of many international elements. On the surface, it may seem difficult to describe what exactly is the culture of this vast country. However, if one examines the history of Canadian art and compares it to the development of Canadian identity, one can easily discern their correlation. The rise of Canadian artistic expression in the 20th century greatly contributed to the Canadian identity by illustrating the growing nationalism in accompaniment to a stronger sense of independence. The evolution of the various sectors of art, such as the unique Canadian landscapes painted by the Group of Seven, the distinctive aboriginal folklore and songs gathered and promoted by Helen Creighton,…
Gun Control is an important issue to Canadians in today’s society. Society’s concerns about protection from violent crimes involving firearms have encouraged Canadian Parliament to pass tougher gun control legislation. In the early 1800s, Canada lacked a rational/permanent, gun policy. The gun restrictions that did exist were temporary executed during elections and rebellions. The federal government is mainly responsible for guns and gun control in Canada.…
I have been there are many occasions both with my family and on various school trips. I think that it symbolizes Canada because it is a pillar of entertainment. Each year, over three and a half million people visit this amazing theme park but the park is still proudly Canadian. Outside of the park are all of the provincial and territorial flags as well as the Canadian flag. There is a hedge portrait of our flag inside and they sell Canadian dishes like Beavertails and Poutine too.…
Many Canadian citizens pride themselves on the multiculturalism, diversity, and equality their country thrives on. Since 1980, citizens as young as kindergarteners have been taught to sing of Canada’s home and native land in the national anthem, promoting the freedom and strength of their sovereign country. But, there is a lack of celebration for Indigenous peoples, and their distinct role in creating Canada. There is little recognition that the brutal colonization of Indigenous peoples, dispossession of their vast amounts of native land, and rationalization of racism in order to assimilate them into acceptable cultural norms, greatly influenced Canadians ability to proudly sing about the glory of their country. If there is no room in our national…
Despite this, this poem is also symbolised. The flag represents a country as well as pride, and in the poem that 's how it was…
We think this can be the flag that Plantijn should use to represent their identity, as it brings out several (not all) aspects of their school, which was stated…